Australian Goldendoodle: Complete Guide

In countries like U.S. and Australia, a cool hybrid is quickly getting the attention of many dog owners due to its friendly and affectionate temperament, low shedding coat, and sometimes pink noses. This interesting hybrid is called the Australian Goldendoodle. We’ll present all the facts and information you need to know about this crossbreed and more! Let’s get started!

What is an Australian Goldendoodle?

The Australian Goldendoodle is an Australian Labradoodle Goldendoodle mix. This adorable hybrid dog is ideal for first-time owners, families with kids, and people allergic to dogs.

Originating in Australia, this dog was bred to combine the most desirable traits of two mix-breed dogs: the Australian Labradoodle and the English Goldendoodle.

Australian Labradoodle vs Goldendoodle

All these “doodle” dog names can get pretty confusing, and it’s easy to mix them up. Some people even use these names interchangeably. To make things easier to understand, let us tell you how these dogs are different.

The Australian Goldendoodle is the offspring of an Australian Labradoodle and a Goldendoodle. Let’s quickly go through the similarities and differences between Australian Labradoodle and Goldendoodle.

Similarities between Australian Labradoodle and Goldendoodle

		Australian Labradoodle and Goldendoodle
	Size	Medium to large
	Origin	Australia/USA
	Shedding	Moderate
	Affection	Love humans
	Friendliness	Friendly with strangers, kids, other pets, and other dogs
	Barking	Moderate
	Owner experience	Novice to medium
	Purity	Crossbred
	Weather preference	Warm and cold
	Drooling	Low
	Health	Healthy
	Energy level	High

Differences between Australian Labradoodle and Goldendoodle

	Australian Labradoodle	Goldendoodle
Purpose	Designer dog	Companion dog
Living space needed	Big	Small
Grooming	Moderate	High
Hypoallergenic	Yes	No
Price (USD)	$1000 to $2000	$600 to $800
Lifespan	12-14 years	10-15 years
Average litter size	4-10	4-8

Now that we’ve seen what the parents are like, let’s take a quick look at the breed characteristics of the Australian Goldendoodle.

	Australian Goldendoodle
Size group	Small to medium dogs
Height	13-24 inches
Weight	14-65 pounds
Origin	Australia
Temperament	Affectionate, friendly, gentle, calm
Grooming	High
Shedding	Low
Coat	Curly/wavy/straight
Color	Red, white, merle, cream, gold, black
Affection	Love humans
Barking	Low
Owner experience	Novice
Purpose	Designer dog
Purity	Multigenerational cross
AKC Recognition	No
Weather preference	Average to cold
Drooling	Low
Health	Healthy
Lifespan	10-15 years
Energy level	High
Hypoallergenic	Yes

Red Australian Goldendoodle

Red Australian Goldendoodles may be solid or have patches of other colors. Solid red is somewhat rare and more sought-after. Their curly hair and reddish-brown coat make them look like fried chicken.

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White Australian Goldendoodle

Pure white is another unique color for these dogs. White Australian Goldendoodles usually have another color’s marking on their coat. Since they’re a hybrid of multiple dogs, getting the desired color can be very hard.

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Merle Australian Goldendoodle

The merle gene is responsible for giving the dog this unique coat color. Australian Goldendoodles can be red merle or blue merle. The merle gene is dominant, meaning just one merle parent will result in merle puppies.

Australian Goldendoodle generations

Depending on their origin and the breed of their parents, breeders classify Australian Goldendoodles into generations. These generations carry letters and numbers like F1, F2, F3, etc.

F1 crossbreed dogs are those whose parents don’t belong to the same breed like them. An Australian Goldendoodle is a 1^st generation or F1 cross if its parents are a 1^st generation Australian Labradoodle and a 1^st gen Goldendoodle.

F2 or 2^nd generation dogs are those born to F1 dogs; F3 dogs—also called multigenerational dogs – will subsequently be those born to F2 dogs.

Each generation’s physical appearance will get passed on to subsequent generations, and how an Australian Goldendoodle looks depends upon how its parents look.

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Australian Goldendoodle physical appearance

Australian Goldendoodles are mini to medium-sized dogs that can weigh anywhere between 14 to 65 pounds. Their height and weight depend on the size of their parents.

Australian Goldendoodles regularly inherit the sheep-like thick, wooly coat of their Poodle ancestors. But considering they have traits of other dogs in them, their coats can also be wavy or straight.

Their facial hair is also one of their distinctive features. These dogs seem to have thick mustaches, and their overall appearance resembles that of a teddy bear.

Australian Goldendoodle coat colors range from red, gold, cream, white, brown, black, and merle. Their coats can be solid or have multiple colors, depending on the genes carried by their parents.

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Australian Goldendoodle personality and temperament

Australian Goldendoodles are affectionate, patient, friendly, and playful dogs, making them ideal for families. They’re also intelligent and curious, so make sure you give them plenty of time to explore when walking.

Their affectionate nature and intelligence make them ideal therapy or service dogs. They’re also adaptable and easily adjust to changes in routine. 

If you have a family with kids, these dogs are energetic enough to keep up with their games and activities. They’re also very protective, and your kids will stay safe playing with an Australian Goldendoodle.

Some dogs have a high prey drive, meaning they like to chase after or hurt other pets and smaller animals. It won’t be a problem with the Australian Goldendoodles, though, as the friendly nature of these dogs extends to all animals—even cats.

An Australian Goldendoodle isn’t a dog you can leave outside in a kennel; these dogs need people around them, or they’ll suffer from separation anxiety. If you bring home an Australian Goldendoodle, don’t be surprised if you wake up to them snuggling you.

As you can guess, their affectionate nature and friendly demeanor don’t make them capable or good guard dogs. If they see an intruder, they’re more likely to try and befriend them instead of trying to chase them off.

How big do Australian Goldendoodles get when fully grown?

Mix breed dogs can have varying sizes depending on which parent they take after. Australian Goldendoodles come in multiple sizes as well, but breeders have categorized them into three groups: mini, medium, and standard. Here’s how they stack up:

	Height (inches)	Weight (pounds)
Mini Australian Goldendoodle	13-16	14-25
Medium Australian Goldendoodle	17-20	25-45
Standard Australian Goldendoodle	21-24	45-65

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Australian Goldendoodle vs Regular Goldendoodle: What’s the difference?

The Australian Goldendoodle is the result of a regular Goldendoodle connecting with an Australian Labradoodle. Depending on which parent the Australian Goldendoodle takes after, it can be similar or completely different from a standard Goldendoodle. Some key differences are:

• The Australian Goldendoodle is hypoallergenic, the Goldendoodle is not.
• The Australian Goldendoodle is a designer dog; the Goldendoodle is a companion dog.
• The Australian Goldendoodle is a small-to-medium dog; the Goldendoodle is a medium to large dog.
• The Australian Goldendoodle is a mix between two crossbred dogs; the Goldendoodle is a mix between two purebred dogs.

Differences between an Australian Labradoodle and an Australian Goldendoodle

Similarities between an Australian Labradoodle and an Australian Goldendoodle

	Australian Labradoodle and Australian Goldendoodle
Origin	Australia
Purpose	Designer dog
Affection	Love humans
Friendly with people	Yes
Hypoallergenic	Yes
Owner experience	Novice
Purity	Crossbreed
Cold tolerance	High
Heat tolerance	Low
Drooling	Low
Health	Healthy
Energy level	High

	Australian Labradoodle	Australian Goldendoodle
Size	Medium to large	Small to medium
Friendly with pets	Yes	No
Barking	Moderate	Low
Grooming	Moderate	High
Shedding	Moderate	Low
Price (USD)	$1000 to $2000	$2600 to $4000
Lifespan	12-14 years	10-15 years

Process of breeding the Australian Goldendoodles

The goal of producing Australian Goldendoodles is to get a genetically diverse and physically healthy dog that is free from congenital issues of either parent breed. 

Goldendoodles come from mixing a Golden Retriever and a Poodle. Australian Labradoodles, however, have a bit more complicated family tree. They’re multigenerational hybrid dogs produced using Poodles, Labradors, and Cocker Spaniels. 

Crossing the Australian Labradoodle with a Goldendoodle gives the Australian Goldendoodle, also known as the Double Doodle.

Australian Goldendoodle temperament: Are they good family pets?

The Australian Goldendoodle makes a perfect family dog because of its friendliness with humans, playful nature, energetic lifestyle, patience, and affection. They’re also pretty smart, making them ideal as therapy dogs too.

If you have kids, an Australian Goldendoodle is perfect for your home. These dogs enjoy family life, get along well with other pets, and are easy to handle.

Australian Goldendoodle lifespan

Australian Goldendoodles are generally healthy dogs that have a good 10 to 15-year lifespan. If you adopt them from a reputable breeder and take care of their medical needs, these dogs will live a long, disease-free life.

Licensed breeders charge a premium for these dogs, but they ensure their pups come from healthy parents. If your Australian Goldendoodle is free from congenital issues, he or she is more likely to live a long and healthy life.

Australian Goldendoodle health issues

Although Australian Goldendoodles are overall healthy, they can inherit medical issues from either of their parents. Some of these are:

1. Hip dysplasia

Poor development of the hips during a dog’s early years can cause his or her hip joint to move out of its track, causing friction and wear. Australian Goldendoodle inherit hip dysplasia from their Golden Retriever and Labrador parents. This condition can lead to arthritis and loss of hip functionality.

2. Von Willebrand’s disease

In this condition, the dog’s blood loses its tendency to form clots. It leads to excessive blood loss in an injury and increases the time needed to heal. Australian Goldendoodles may inherit this disease from their Poodle parents.

3. Progressive retinal atrophy

Progressive retinal atrophy or PRA is another genetic condition in which the eye’s photoreceptor cells progressively degenerate. This degenerative condition will worsen and lead to blindness if the dog doesn’t receive treatment in time.

Australian Goldendoodles inherit this condition from their Labrador and Retriever side.

4. Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism is when a dog’s thyroid gland doesn’t function properly, causing a hormonal imbalance. Signs of this deficiency include weight gain, lack of vigor, and hair loss. Hypothyroidism affects all dog breeds, and it’s not specific to Australian Goldendoodles.

5. Addison’s disease

Addison’s disease is when the dog’s body cannot produce sufficient quantities of the hormone cortisol. The Australian Goldendoodle gets the susceptibility to this disease from its Poodle ancestors. The condition causes weight loss, gastrointestinal distress, nausea, and excessive urination.

6. Cataracts

Cataracts can affect senior dogs of any breed, not just the Australian Goldendoodle. It’s when the dog’s lens gets cloudy due to protein or water imbalance. This cloudiness blocks light from entering the lens, leading to partial or complete vision loss.

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7. Subaortic stenosis 

Subaortic stenosis is a congenital disease that an Australian Goldendoodle can inherit from its Golden Retriever ancestors. Dogs suffering from this condition have a narrow aortic valve, which strains their hearts and increases their chances for heart failure.

How to care for your Australian Goldendoodle’s basic needs?

The Australian Goldendoodle doesn’t ask for much and is very easy to care for. However, you have to care for their basic needs, such as grooming, hygiene, diet, training, and exercise. Let’s discuss this in more detail.

Australian Goldendoodle grooming and cleaning

Grooming is perhaps the only tricky part of owning an Australian Goldendoodle. They are high-maintenance dogs that need to stay neat and clean to look their best. 

Brush your Australian Goldendoodle’s hair multiple times a week—if not daily. Their dense fur gets tangled often and tends to collect dirt. Regular brushing will keep their fur tangle-free and looking shiny.

You’d also need to get their hair trimmed every two months. Keep their fur close-shorn especially during summer months, or you’ll risk them overheating.

Their nails also need to be kept short, so they don’t injure anyone else or themselves. Make sure not to cut too deep, or you’ll hit their nerve endings.

Weekly ear cleaning and regular brushing is also a crucial part of your Australian Goldendoodle’s hygiene. Excessive earwax leads to infections, whereas poor dental hygiene can cause cavities and gum diseases.

Bathe your Australian Goldendoodle on a per-need basis. Bathing them too often will strip their fur of their natural oils and lead to dry skin and flaking. When it’s time to bathe them, make sure to use canine-friendly shampoo to keep their skin and coat moisturized, clean, and healthy.

In between bathing sessions, it’s a good idea to use doggy wipes to keep your pooch smelling fresh and clean. For my two dogs, I alternate between these two dog wipes. My two pups need a quick wipe, especially after a long walk or hike.

Although you can groom your Australian Goldendoodle at home, we still recommend you visit a professional dog groomer every few months. They’re not free, but your dog will get a thorough grooming and cleaning session.

Australian Goldendoodle food and diet

Exactly how much a dog needs to eat depends on its breed, age, weight, and daily physical activity level. Since Australian Goldendoodles are a hybrid breed that comes in various sizes, you can’t specify precisely how much food the breed needs.

It’s best to get a vet to prescribe a dietary routine for your Australian Goldendoodle. These are high-energy dogs, so it’s best to feed them multiple times a day. You can go with a raw meat diet, canned dog food, or self-prepared meals with the vet’s approval. Just don’t give them any human food.

How to train an Australian Goldendoodle

Australian Goldendoodles are pretty easy to train, thanks to their high intelligence and eagerness to please. You don’t even need previous dog handling experience to teach your Australian Goldendoodle basic commands. 

Potty, house, and crate training should start at a young age. These will help your dog behave in the house and around other pets. Australian Goldendoodles are friendly dogs, and they won’t need much socialization. Nevertheless, it’s best to teach them social manners early.

Australian Goldendoodle exercise requirement

Australian Goldendoodles are chock full of energy and are ideal for households with energetic kids. These dogs love playing games that stimulate them mentally and physically, such as fetch, frisbee, and flyball. 

It’s safe to let the Australian Goldendoodle off the leash for a while when you’re out. These dogs aren’t dangerous for people around, and they’ll love the chance to explore and run around independently. Keeping them on a leash the whole time when you’re out can make them impatient.

Australian Goldendoodle breeders

You may get put off by the high Australian Goldendoodle prices that licensed breeders charge. However, we still urge you to opt for them instead of breeders and individuals you know little about. 

Licensed breeders not only breed dogs in responsible quantities, but they also make sure they mate only healthy dogs. Licensed breeders also have a medical history of a pup’s parents, and they’ll be able to prove that the puppy you’re buying doesn’t have any family history of congenital diseases.

If a breeder cannot produce that information, stay away from them no matter how attractive their prices are.

How much is an Australian Goldendoodle?

Australian Goldendoodles are a designer breed, and they regularly sell for $2600 or more. If the dog has a unique coat or small size, expect them to cost even higher. Several other expenses also add to the total cost of having one of these extraordinary dogs as pets.

Here’s a complete breakdown of what bringing an Australian Goldendoodle home can cost you:

	Expense	Approximate Amount
1	Australian Goldendoodle price	$2600-$4000
2	Tax/deposits/delivery charges	$500
3	Bowls for food and water	$12
4	High-quality food	$85
5	Leash + collar	$20
6	Toys	$30
7	Treats	$25
8	Bed	$40
9	Hairbrush	$15
10	Toothbrush	$10
11	Shampoo	$10
12	Urine/poop cleaners	$45
	Total	$3390-$4790

This total takes into account only the initial cost. Note that food, treats, shampoo, and cleaners will be a recurring expense.

We should also clarify that the $2600 price tag is for a common Australian Goldendoodle. Toy variants or rare colors can cost over $5000! If that price sounds too high, don’t be disappointed. If you’re lucky, you can get an Australian Goldendoodle for much less if you adopt one from a shelter or rescue center.

Places to find Australian Goldendoodle for sale and adoption

If you want an Australian Goldendoodle in your life, you can check reputable kennel clubs that have Australian Goldendoodle for sale. However, these websites are an excellent place to start:

• Sierra Springs Australian Doodles (ssdoodles.com/australian-goldendoodle)
• Swissridge Kennels (swissridgekennels.com/puppies/goldendoodles/australian)
• Erica’s Doodles (ericasdoodles.com/puppies)

If you’re interested in adopting, which is a commendable act, we suggest you check these out:

• Doodle Rock Rescue (doodlerockrescue.org)
• IDOG Rescue (idogrescue.com)
• Sugar Pine Doodles (sugarpinedoodles.net/rescues)

Is an Australian Goldendoodle right for me?

An Australian Goldendoodle is an attention-loving family dog that doesn’t need an experienced handler and can live a long and healthy life. If you and your family members can give it the attention it needs and keep up with its physical needs, the Australian Goldendoodle is a perfect dog—both for first-time and experienced dog owners.

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Resources:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goldendoodle

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6940824/