A Golden Retriever and Poodle cross with a teddy-bear face, a people-first heart, and a coat that ranges from loose waves to tight curls. Come find the puppy that already wants to be near you.
What to look for in a Goldendoodle breeder, and what to ask before you pay a deposit.
The breed
Names and photographs below illustrate Goldendoodle temperament. They are not listings — we are not currently offering individual puppies, and we will only ever name a breeder we have verified.
Gentle and watchful. Leans into every lap she finds.
Curious and food-motivated. Learns new tricks in a day.
Goofy and affectionate. Already the shadow of the household.
Why a Goldendoodle
Three reasons this breed has become one of the most requested family dogs in the country.
Goldendoodles can carry anything from a loose golden wave to a tight Poodle-like curl, depending on generation and which parent's genes show up stronger. No two litters look quite the same, which is part of the appeal.
This breed inherits the Golden Retriever's people-focused temperament and the Poodle's sharp trainability. Goldendoodles are quick learners, generally good with kids, and happiest when they are near their family rather than off on their own.
Soft eyes, a rounded muzzle, and a coat that frames the face like a teddy bear. Combine that look with a tail that never stops, and it's easy to see why this cross shows up on so many wish lists.
Allergic to dogs?
Goldendoodles are marketed as hypoallergenic constantly, and that claim varies a lot by generation and coat type. No dog is truly allergy-free. Here is what actually matters if allergies are the reason you're considering one.
Read the Full ExplainerLife with a Goldendoodle
Give them a walk, a person to shadow, and a little training, and a Goldendoodle makes itself at home within days.
Browse available puppies from health-tested Goldendoodle lines and start a conversation with the family raising them.
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