Labradoodle vs Goldendoodle
Compare Labradoodle and Goldendoodle: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Labradoodle
VS
Goldendoodle
Comparison table
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Characteristic
Labradoodle
Goldendoodle
Breed type
Crossbreed
Crossbreed
Height
43 – 61 cm
35 – 50 cm
Weight
14 – 30 kg
9 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
14 – 16 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Labradoodle
Large
Goldendoodle
High energy
Easy to train
Large
Summary
About Labradoodle
The Labradoodle is a medium-to-large, athletic cross of Labrador Retriever and Poodle, known for its friendly, people-focused nature and high trainability. Coats vary from curly low-shedding to shaggy and shedding, needing regular grooming. Best for active homes offering daily exercise and mental stimulation.
About Goldendoodle
Goldendoodle: friendly, people‑oriented cross of Golden Retriever and Poodle, usually medium–large and athletic. Intelligent and highly trainable, it suits active families and often excels as a therapy dog. Coat is wavy to curly with low shedding but needs frequent grooming and care.
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