Breed Information
Labradoodle Size, Colors, and Coats
Size standard is cited in the ALCA guidelines:
STANDARD: 21" TO 24" The "Ideal" size for a standard female is 21 to 23 inches and for a male 22 to 24 inches. Weight range tends to be 50 to 65 pounds.
MEDIUM: 17" TO 20" The "Ideal" size for a medium female is 17 to 19 inches and for a male 19 to 20 inches. Weight range tends to be 30 to 40 pounds.
MINIATURE: 14"TO 16" The "Ideal" size for a miniature is 14 to 16 inches with no correlation between height and sex of the miniature Australian Labradoodle. Weight range tends to be 16 to 25 pounds.
The Breed Standard of Excellence Colors are: [ALCA guidelines]
Apricot/Gold, Red, Black, Silver and Blue - must have black pigment
Caramel, Chocolate, Cafe', Parchment and Lavender - must have rose pigment
Chalk (appears white but when compared to a true white it is a chalky white) - may have rose or black pigment
Cream and Apricot Cream (all shades and combinations of cream shades are acceptable) - may have rose or black pigment
*Parti color has been introduced and accepted in the breed
Coats: Their soft coats come in wavy fleece, curly fleece, and wool.
IMPORTANCE OF GENETICS
In an effort to preserve the unique qualities of the true authentic Australian Labradoodle, we have carefully selected breeding stock for our program originating with Rutland Manor and Tegan Park lines (now called Australian Cobberdog). Each of our breeders are thoroughly health tested and exceeds ALCA standards. Each puppy goes home with a two-year health guarantee and a lifetime of support.