Labradoodle
A labradoodle (/ˈlæbrəduːdəl/) is a crossbreed dog created by crossing a Labrador Retriever and a Standard or Miniature Poodle. Labradoodles were intended to be a good choice for people with canine dander allergies.
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A brown male labradoodle | |||||||||
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| Origin | Australia | ||||||||
| Foundation stock | Labrador Retriever, Poodle | ||||||||
| Variety status | Not recognised as a breed by any major kennel club. | ||||||||
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The Australian Labradoodle Association, an organization run by labradoodle breeders, says they are "generally considered healthy dogs". However, they also state that hip and elbow dysplasia are common problems affecting labradoodles. Other ailments include eye diseases and Addison's disease. Wally Conron of Australia, who is credited with inventing the breed, has commented that healthy labradoodles are "few and far between" and most are "crazy or have a hereditary problem".
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