If you’ve been to a dog park recently, chances are that you have seen a ton of designer dogs running around. These are dogs like the Goldendoodle, Labradoodle, or Bernedoodle that have extremely fluffy coats and run around with their tongues out. In addition, they have fun personalities with a very relaxing temperament that isn’t aggressive.
Doodles are called designer dogs because they technically aren’t a purebred dog breed and won’t be recognized by places like the American Kennel Club (AKC). Instead, they are a mix between a Poodle and another dog breed (i.e. Goldendoodle is a Golden Retriever and Poodle mix). These doodle dogs were originally created back in the 1980s when a breeder wanted to create a guide dog that would be hypoallergenic. Since the early 2000s, these dog breeds have become extremely popular despite the fact that they aren’t a purebred dog breed. So why are these designer dogs so popular?
1. Doodle dogs are considered mostly hypoallergenic
Doodles dogs are considered mostly hypoallergenic because they typically contain a majority of Poodle genetics. A hypoallergenic dog is very useful if anyone you know has mild pet allergies. Since they have a nonshedding coat, there is less dander in the air that is created which is the main culprit for dog allergies in humans.
If you’re specifically looking for a hypoallergenic doodle dog, make sure that you get a generation that has a majority Poodle genetics. These generations of doodle would be like the F1B or F2B which are 75% Poodle and 25% other dog breed. If you get a doodle breed like an F1 which is only 50% Poodle, your dog may not be very hypoallergenic. However, most breeders are breeding dogs that have a majority of Poodle genetics.
2. Designer dogs are mostly nonshedding
Again, since designer dogs have mostly Poodle genetics, they will shed less hair than your typical dog like a purebred Golden Retriever or Australian Shepherd. That means that you’ll have to vacuum less and you won’t have dog hair all over your clothes. This is great if you hate seeing dog hair all over your floors and stuck to your socks. The downside of getting a nonshedding doodle is that you will have to regularly groom them. Doodles also get a lot of anxiety, so if you want to groom them yourself you should get a quiet dog clipper for at-home grooming. Otherwise, you’ll have to groom your dog every 6-12 weeks at a professional groomer. This can cost upwards of $400+ a year, which is quite a big expense. However, it’s totally worth it if you want a nonshedding dog and a clean house.
3. These dogs can be great guide dogs
The Labradoodle dog was originally created to be a guide dog for people that were sensitive to pet allergies. In addition, the Goldendoodle dog breed has oftentimes been used as a therapy and guide dog due to their easy-going temperament and personality. In addition, designer dogs are extremely smart and typically crossed with two of the smartest dog breeds like the Poodle and Golden Retriever. This makes them capable of working at hospitals, disaster sites and assisted living centers helping people with whatever tasks they need.
If you have no intention of making your doodle become a guide dog, they also make great pets. You’ll get a fluffy dog that typically loves to cuddle with you and is extremely loyal. In addition, they look like a teddy bear so you also get something that is pleasant to look at!
Conclusion for Why are Designer Dogs so Popular?
Designer dogs are popular because they are considered hypoallergenic, nonshedding, and have great personalities. It also helps that these are beautiful looking dogs that will make your heart melt with their smile and fluffiness. If you want more information about dogs and other dog products, please visit Care Of My Dog. We hope that you learned some new information about the extremely popular designer dog breed!
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