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kathy
01-22-2004, 07:40 PM
Does anyone have a picture of this new dog that is obviously a cross between a Lab and a Poodle. My friend said they're out of Australia and I'd love to see a picture.
Thanks,
Kathy:)
cocker_luva
01-22-2004, 09:25 PM
heres a pic of a labradoodle, but just go to google.com or any other search site for pics and info.
EssTer
01-23-2004, 08:02 AM
Am I only who cant see Cocker_Luva´s photo?
I dont know which she put in, so I´m putting in one too :p
http://dogs.about.com/library/gallery/labradoodle1.jpg
kathy
01-23-2004, 02:39 PM
thank you for the pix!!. da.....i should know that google knows everything as i use it for everything.
I opened the file by clicking 'open as is', instead of installing it to my computer.
What a cutie pie!
thanks again,
Kathy
G.P.girl
01-23-2004, 04:46 PM
I don't know much about them, but my mom's best friend from highschool breeds them:rolleyes: :mad:
tikeyas_mom
02-19-2004, 11:47 AM
I personally dont agree with them making this new breed of dog, what is the point??? I know poodles and Labs are boths dogsa who love the water... but still. I seen an add in my paper saying gsd mal X for sale bred for temp, :rolleyes: what is the point, they arnt even int he same group catagory.... GRRR>
G.P.girl
02-19-2004, 12:13 PM
I think it's just a stupid fad pepole are goign through. they are goin gto get sick of them after awhile and find some new breeds to mix, then shelters are going to be full of them and they are going to be abandonded all over the place
wolfie
02-19-2004, 04:19 PM
I think that if they are responsible breeders (they test their dogs for genetic defects, and have health guarantees, and screen their buyers, don't false advertise as a 'new breed', ect) then breeders of mixes have every right to breed that purebred breeders do. Just my opinion. (of course I still say get your dog from the pound. :))
And I think that pic is very cute! :) Poodles/poodle mixes are adorable, especially when they have a cute puppy cut. ^_^
binka_nugget
02-19-2004, 07:05 PM
Just another fad.. :(
I actually haven't seen any around here so hopefully, the fad isn't as big here.
I personally don't feel there's any reason to breed dogs unless it's to keep the breed alive and to better improve the breed. That's of course, after all the necessary testing. I don't agree with breeding mixes for companion pets. Maybe after the shelters are empty but right now, no way. Just my opinion..but that euthanasia video sure gave me a new perspective to animal shelters.
Amber
02-19-2004, 07:35 PM
Originally posted by binka_nugget
Just another fad.. :(
I actually haven't seen any around here so hopefully, the fad isn't as big here.
I personally don't feel there's any reason to breed dogs unless it's to keep the breed alive and to better improve the breed. That's of course, after all the necessary testing. I don't agree with breeding mixes for companion pets. Maybe after the shelters are empty but right now, no way. Just my opinion..but that euthanasia video sure gave me a new perspective to animal shelters.
I totally agree with you
Shelteez2
02-19-2004, 08:05 PM
In North America the "labra doodles" and "golden doodles" you see are mostly the product of BYB's and people looking to make a buck off of a "designer" breed.
However in Australia they are breeding these mixes with a goal in mind. The goal is to produce a sturdy non-shedding guide dog. They are using genetically tested parents and are breeding towards a standard. This I don't mind so much as they are trying to fill a need.
That being said though, I don't think there is really any reasonfor a "new" breed that cannot be fulfilled by an already existing breed.
Twisterdog
02-19-2004, 08:10 PM
Originally posted by Shelteez2
However in Australia they are breeding these mixes with a goal in mind. The goal is to produce a sturdy non-shedding guide dog. They are using genetically tested parents and are breeding towards a standard. This I don't mind so much as they are trying to fill a need.
That being said though, I don't think there is really any reasonfor a "new" breed that cannot be fulfilled by an already existing breed.
I agree ... there is no need for this.
If they want a "sturdy non-shedding guide dog", why not just use a standard poodle? Standard poodles are great dogs - smart, clean, highly trainable. There is no need to alter that breed to suit that purpose, IMO. Labs are huge shedders. Crossing a poodle with a lab will give you dog that sheds less than a lab ... but certainly more than a purebred poodle.
We have at least one breed to suit every conceivable purpose like it is.
Shelteez2
02-19-2004, 08:25 PM
Because Standard poodles aren't always that sturdy. Plus while they are smart and can learn the things they need to, retrievers just seem to do better at it.
And yes you are right in that not all the puppies will be non-shedding, but some will and those will be the puppies used to further the breeding program.
We groom 2 golden/poodle crosses. (I actually groomed one today in fact) and both resemble giant cocker/poodle crosses, no kidding. *yuck* Anyways, both have a non-shedding, easily matted type coat.
guster girl
02-20-2004, 04:12 AM
As far as it being said that there's no need for a new breed, think about all the breeds in existence now that wouldn't be here if they only bred them for "a need". Almost all purebreds that we know today are simply a regulated mix of other existing breeds. It's just like any other generation gap, though. Every generation thinks the new one is doing something untasteful or unneccesary, it's just an ongoing cycle. Heck, even the breed of cat I have was originally started in the 70's, and, I'm sure a lot of people then and now think it was not necessary and inappropriate even, but, I'm sure glad they didn't stop breeding the Bengal, cuz I love my little kitty. :) I do think if they continue to develop this breed of a mix between a labrador and a poodle, they need to think of a different name, and, not a cross between lab and poodle, cuz labradoodle is just goofy. :P
gotalonglildoggie
02-23-2004, 01:59 PM
I don't know anything about them expect that I saw a puppy in a pet store and thought it was really cute!!! I just like how the name sounds!! To me it sounds more like a drawing board for a child!! LOL!!!! :p
guster girl
02-25-2004, 10:08 PM
That's about right....a drawing board for a child. :) And, your pup is so cute! I just had to put my dachshund/cocker down in June. He was red and longhaired like yours. I miss my little Bruno boy. What's your dog's name?
gotalonglildoggie
02-26-2004, 01:04 AM
Im sorry to hear about the loss of your puppy! I know you still must be grieving!!! This is Drake! He is only a year old. I love him soooooooooo much!!!!!
MammaMangorin
02-26-2004, 12:54 PM
Just wondered....
Is there any different if you have a poodle and use a labrador male or if
you have a labrador and use a poodle male?
guster girl
02-26-2004, 10:48 PM
Originally posted by gotalonglildoggie
Im sorry to hear about the loss of your puppy! I know you still must be grieving!!! This is Drake! He is only a year old. I love him soooooooooo much!!!!!
Yeah, I am. Actually, having a new puppy sort of brought back a lot of the missing him feelings. :) I have his urn at home. He was my best buddy for 14 years. I got him when I was thirteen and he was a little over a year old. And, my cat, Dusty, I got as a tenth birthday present, just passed in December. It was like the end of my childhood. It was really hard losing them both so close together. But, I know they're both laying in patches of sun, enjoying the breeze. ;)
gotalonglildoggie
02-26-2004, 10:56 PM
Oh How sad!!! I remeber how hard it was when our cat died a few years ago. She was 11 years old, but had the energy and personality of a 2 year old cat. We lost her to a fire. My family and I were devastated by her death. We weren't even concerned at all about anything else. (After we knew everyone was okay, of course)
guster girl
02-27-2004, 10:24 AM
Yeah, it's really tough. I hated making the decision to put Bruno down. I stayed with him in the exam room, too, til he was gone. Sometimes I regret that, but, I knew he would be upset if I left, and, I knew I needed that closure. As for dusty, he simply fell asleep in his favorite chair on my dad's birthday, and, didn't wake up. I miss my little men. I'll post photos of them when I get my stills on disc. :)
lv4dogs
03-03-2004, 09:44 AM
the breed was actually around since 1970, when they first started to breed them in australia. So its not that new of a breed, just new around here I guess.
Because Standard poodles aren't always that sturdy. Plus while they are smart and can learn the things they need to, retrievers just seem to do better at it.
that is correct & to add to it, standard poodles can be a little more on the comical side, so the lab helps even that out as well.
well i guess you kinda already stated that.
I think it is a good breed for that purpose & as long as the breed has a great purpose I support it, its the darn designer mixes for money I despise!
Although I still say get every pet from a shelter/rescue org.
Linny
03-09-2004, 06:52 AM
Hi Kathy,
If you go to:-
http://www.shutterfly.com/os.jsp?i=67b0de21b34e8d0b25bc&pg=0
there are lots of pictures of my 12 month old Labradoodle Buffy and her friends.
Linny
03-09-2004, 07:21 AM
Originally posted by MammaMangorin
Just wondered....
Is there any different if you have a poodle and use a labrador male or if
you have a labrador and use a poodle male?
Hi MM,
Genetically speaking, it doesn't matter either way. However poodle males are normally used, as labradors generally tend to have larger litters. In addition, labrador mums have wider hips, and usually have less difficulty giving birth to the heavier labradoodle pups.
As they've been around for quite a number of years, many are also the progeny of two labradoodle parents.
Linny
03-09-2004, 04:48 PM
"Labs are huge shedders. Crossing a poodle with a lab will give you dog that sheds less than a lab ... but certainly more than a purebred poodle."
Hi Twisterdog,
A number of the first-cross puppy's do shed. However, breeders are selecting non-shedding dogs to produce subsequent generations. My Labradoodle doesn't shed at all.
dog&horselover
03-15-2004, 10:09 AM
I think it is a great idea. Me being a guide dog raiser, I think I can be alittle biast, but I still think itis great and nothing anybody says will change my mind. It is a great breed and I hope I can raise one, someday. I totaly undersatnd why they are gonna use them.
Layka3000
03-23-2004, 10:48 PM
Some of my CLose friends had a Labradoodle but I sadly died of old age! :(
gotalonglildoggie
03-24-2004, 09:51 AM
Layka
Your post says that YOU died of old age!! :eek: It just kind of struck me a bit funny.
Layka3000
03-24-2004, 07:23 PM
sorry that was a mistake in speling sorry for hte confusion!
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