Are flat coat Goldendoodles rare?

As Goldendoodles have a lineage of Golden Retrievers, there is the question of whether a Goldendoodle can have a flat coat or not. With F1 or F1b Goldendoodles, flat coats are very rare.

How do you get a flat coat Goldendoodle?

Your Goldendoodle’s coat type depends on one specific gene. “Cu Locus,” a.k.a. KRT71, is what breeders refer to as the “curly coat gene.” It’s inherited from the Poodle side and will result in puppies with curly or wavy hair. If your Goldendoodle doesn’t have the Cu Locus gene, they’ll have a flat coat.

How much should I pay for a Goldendoodle?

Our research shows that in the U.S., Goldendoodles are available for purchase within a range of $600 and $8000. The cost to purchase a Goldendoodle varies from breeder to breeder and is very much dependent on a variety of factors. The average cost today of a Goldendoodle is ~$2500 USD.

How much do straight hair Goldendoodles shed?

Such a Goldendoodle will shed year-round – it is not seasonal shedding. There may be an uptick after winter – but expect such a dog to shed 365 days of the year. Larger dogs shed more volume. Even a small or Teacup Goldendoodle with a shedding straight coat (most common shedding coat) can drop a severe amount of hair.

Will my Goldendoodle get curlier?

Even after the coat change, adult Goldendoodles can still have super soft coats. English and American Goldendoodles can be curly, wavy, or straight coat. It can be difficult to know what kind of coat a Goldendoodle puppy will have.

How do you tell if a Goldendoodle will be curly?

If the coat is curly, you can look for a few early signs to help tell the coat type of your Goldendoodle. Curly coats will eventually stop growing if left. The curls are very dense you won’t be able to gauge their length visually. The hair will typically be shorter around the face – but not always.

Why do Goldendoodles cost so much?

Why do Goldendoodles cost so much? A lot goes into producing a well-bred Goldendoodle. From a reputable breeder, you can expect to pay between $2,000 – $3000. Prices are influenced by factors such as the quality of the parent dogs, genetic testing, vet care, number of generations involved, breeding practices and more.

Do Goldendoodles bark a lot?

Goldendoodles are an amazing Poodle crossbreed, but they are not perfect. They bark! Excessive barking can be annoying to other dogs and neighbours. It is unreasonable to expect a Goldendoodle puppy to never to bark.

Are Goldendoodles easy to train?

Goldendoodles can be very easy to train and are a good match for first-time or timid owners. They’re not known to have any aggressive traits, but they do need proper socialization to avoid any shyness or fearfulness.

Are male or female Goldendoodles better?

Other dogs of the household Dogs typically get along the best in pairs: a male and a female will be better friends than two males or two females. If you already have a male and a female dog, you should still go for a male Goldendoodle puppy. Two males will likely be easier to manage than two females.