Aussiedoodle

My Summary of an Aussiedoodle:

The Aussiedoodle is a breed that we have only added to our program in the last couple of years (since 2021). They are a higher energy level dog, no matter if they are mini or standard Aussiedoodles. They would suit active families, absolutely need to be exercised daily, and with thrive from training. We breed First Generation Mini and Standard Aussiedoodles, and they are a very happy, loyal dog. They have a typical first generation coat, that is non-shedding (most of the time, other low shedding), and if they are shedding a little bit as puppies sometimes they become non-shedding when their adult coat comes through. They will have a wavey/fluffy coat being first generation, not with the tight poodle curl, but it will be wavier than an Australian Shepherd coat.

Photos of Aussiedoodles we have bred

 
 
Maintenance Level: Medium
Lifespan: 10-14 years
Weight: 13-18kg (mini), 18-30kg (standard)
Height: 35-65cm (mini to standard sizing)
Temperament: Intelligent, loving, sometimes goofy, energetic
Health Risk: This breed is in the lower risk category for developing health issues, the main concern would be hip & elbow dysplasia, which is the main concern for all larger breed dogs. Aussie Shepherds can be prone to eye problems later in life and sometimes epilepsy, but being a cross breed, the Aussiedoodle has a lesser health risk than it's purebred parents.

Behaviour

Many Aussiedoodle enthusiasts describe these dogs' personalities as goofy and loving. No matter their size, you can expect this dog to have a lot of energy. You can keep your Aussiedoodle occupied with long hikes, walks, beach days, or retrieval games.

Australian Shepherds are herding dogs, so your Aussiedoodle may try to round you, kids, or other things up! They are also incredibly smart, thanks to both their Australian Shepherd and Poodle parents, so your Aussiedoodle will require a lot of mental stimulation. If bored, Aussiedoodles can easily become destructive. Early socialisation and positive reinforcement training are important to put good habits in place when they're pups.

Aussiedoodles also love to be around their humans. Like the Australian Shepherd, Aussiedoodles will sometimes get closer and stick with one or two of their favourite humans. This isn't to say that they don't get along with multiple people or larger families, though!

Aussiedoodles are suited to living indoors or outdoors.

Size

Standard Aussiedoodles will grow to be 25-30kg and should stand 52-58cm at the shoulders. Miniature Aussiedoodles should grow to be 14-18kg and should grow to be around 42-46cm at the shoulders.

Grooming

Aussiedoodles typically have a fluffy woolly coat which does not shed and is generally tolerated by people with allergies. Occasionally, Aussiedoodles will have a straighter, flatter coat which may shed. Those with thicker/curlier coats, generally require professional grooming every six to eight weeks, as well as regular combing and brushing at home. Their ears should be checked and cleaned regularly to prevent build up of dirt and ear infections.

Exercise

Aussiedoodles are a moderate to high energy breed and require 30-60 minutes of intensive exercise or interactive play each day. Please note with all puppies (particularly larger breeds that are prone to hip dysplasia), it is usually recommended to not over-exercise a puppy to not put too much stress on growing joints. The recommended daily amount is 5 minutes every month of life (for example, a 3 month old puppy only requires 15 minutes of exercise). Excessive stair use on large breed puppies can also lead to hip and elbow dysplasia. Getting pet insurance to cover hip & elbow dysplasia in your dog is highly recommended.