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Legendary Labradoodles

It Started in Australia


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History of Australian Labradoodles

The Australian Labradoodle breed dates back to the 1980's and was initiated by Wally Conron of Royal Guide Dogs, located in Victoria Australia. The intent was to create a breed that was allergy and asthma friendly with the temperament of a service dog. This journey was inspired by a vision-impaired woman in Hawaii who needed a Guide Dog which wouldn't aggravate her husband's allergies. Of the 31 Labradoodles bred at Royal Guide Dogs, a staggering 29 made it through as guide dogs, an accolade of unparalleled proportion for this "new breed" of guide dog.





Breeding for Consistency

To continue the efforts of Wally Conron, breeders in Australia began breeding Labradoodles and were determined to produce litters with consistent conformation, coat type, and temperament. During the 90's, a number of other dog breeds were bred into the Labradoodle lines to assist in this effort. Most often, the English Cocker Spaniel and American Cocker Spaniel were the breeds used, however, it is reported that a few other dog breeds were also introduced into certain lines. DNA evidence of these dog breeds are still found in a few lines today, while others were bred out and not re-introduced into any other blood lines.

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Difference Between Australian Labradoodle and Labradoodle

  • The Australian Labradoodle is considered to be a cross between the Poodle, Cocker Spaniel and Labrador Retriever.
  • The Labradoodle is a cross between two specific dogs, the Labrador Retriever and Poodle.

Protecting Australian Labradoodle Lines

Organizations have been formed to protect the continued development of the Australian Labradoodle lines, and guidelines for the continued introduction of English and American Cocker Spaniel are followed carefully. Infusion committees also discuss the merits of other possible dog breeds being allowed careful introduction into select lines. It is an exciting time to be involved in the development of this breed.





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LEGENDARY LABRADOODLES
are special because of their
consistent conformation
gentle temperament
non-shedding coat



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