What is a Multigenerational Australian Labradoodle (ALD) ?
The Australian Labradoodle breed dates back to the 1980’s and was initiated with the intent to create a breed that had the temperament of a service dog and was allergy and asthma friendly. During the 1990’s breeders in Australia began breeding Labradoodles to a number of other dog breeds in an effort to produce litters with consistent conformation, coat type, and temperament. Currently the Australian Labradoodle is considered to be a cross between the Poodle, Cocker Spaniel and Labrador Retriever, while the Labradoodle is a cross between the Labrador Retriever and Poodle. This distinction of the breeds and the ALAA’s commitment to the breeds’ health was formally recognized with the creation of the separate breed code Australian Labradoodle by the OFA (the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals).
THE DOODLES WE BREED
Genetics & Generations
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• Product of two Multigenerational Australian Labradoodles
• The Australian Labradoodle carries the DNA of the Labrador, Poodle, and Cocker Spaniel (American or English)
• True pure bred
• Hypoallergenic and non shedding
Coat Types & Colors
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This is the coat that most people associate with a Labradoodle. The feel should be silky and soft. It can range from being almost straight, (straight/open fleece) or with just a few waves in it (wavy fleece). Regardless of the wave or curl this coat must be groomed in order to be mat free. Most often this coat is non-shedding, however, it is typical to find the occasional “dust bunny” around the house. This coat is frequently acceptable for people with allergies. The Fleece coat is what we breed for and produce at Mount Harmony Labradoodles.
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This is very dense and curly like a poodle. A wool coat typically has more cotton-like feel. It can be kept long but requires more grooming in this style. If it is kept short this coat is easy to maintain and usually non-shedding and allergy friendly.
Sizes & Standards
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At Mount Harmy, we have chosen to only breed medium-sized ALD’s. They range from 20-40 lbs. They are the perfect size to run and play, while also being the ideal cuddle bug.
