Shedding and Allergies with Goldendoodles

This is a hot topic when it comes to selling Goldendoodles, everyone wants to know

A. Do Goldendoodles Shed?

and

B. If I am allergic to dogs, can I still get a Goldendoodle?

The short answer is

A. Probably no and and if so, VERY LITTLE.

and

B. Maybe.


If these answers don't satisfy you, read on...

 Poodles have a different kind of coat than most dogs. It is not oily and does not shed like, say, a lab. While these are still dogs most people with dog allergies do not have problems being around a poodle in the same way they would a lab and while there may still be a small reaction generally speaking it would have to be brought on by direct contact like rubbing your eyes after petting the dog, IF AT ALL. Many people simply coexist happily without any reactions at all.

Goldendoodles are a cross between a more traditional dog and a poodle and therefore the instance of allergies and shedding are greatly reduced, if not eliminated. You will find that F1 Goldendoodles have very soft fur instead of the constantly shedding, course fur found on labs. Will you have a reaction to a Goldendoodle? It would absolutely depend on the severity of your own allergy and you would need to determine for yourself if this would be a good situation for you and your family.

I hope this answers your questions, please keep in mind no reputable breeder can guarantee zero allergies.