Saturday, December 1, 2012

For A Friendly, Lovable Family Pet Choose A Labradoodle

By Gloria Gardner


The labradoodle was developed for a specific purpose. If you would like a labradoodle New England breeders will be able to assist. The dog became so popular in such a short space of time that indiscriminate breeding by unscrupulous breeders led to some genetic problems soon becoming evident. It is always best to go to a reputable breeder for your new dog.

It had its beginnings in Australia. Sight-impaired people (or their partners) who had allergies were unable to have a guide dog because of the reaction to dog dander and hair. By crossing the poodle and the Labrador retriever, it was used to come up with a low-allergenic animal. The Labrador has been extensively used as a guide dog while the poodle was also highly intelligent with the right type of coat.

The breed is still evolving. At the moment, individual dogs differ in temperament. The shedding patterns and allergenic qualities of coats are also variable. Breeders in the United States, Britain and Australia are striving to establish more consistency in both temperament and type of coat.

These dogs fill roles as seizure alert, assistance, therapy and guide dogs. However many more have become loved pets and companions. This has led to breeders producing a range of colors including silver, cream, blue, lavender and chocolate.

The distinctive single coat comes in several types and is beautifully soft to touch. A wool coat is distinguished by hanging in loose spirals. The fleece coat may be curly or wavy. The Australian hybrid is being bred as Standard, Medium and Miniature in size.

As the type has not been established for very long, there is some inconsistency regarding temperament and health issues. Genuine breeders will have had their stud stock checked for hip dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) and von Willebrand Disease. Most dogs are very intuitive, sociable and happy. They have plenty of energy when running free but are quiet when handled. They are very people-oriented. By approaching a reputable breeder of the Labradoodle New England residents can be assured of purchasing a healthy dog.




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