About the AussieDoodle:
Character and Temperament:
The Aussiedoodle is a well rounded, kindhearted breed who loves to play but can be just as content to lay at your feet. They tend to be amazingly intelligent and fun to train because they learn quickly and easily. The AussieDoodle is relaxed, loyal, and devoted, bonding closely with family yet are lively and great companions for children and other pets, especially if socialized as a puppy. They are very family orientated, excel in agility and are often used as service or therapy dogs.
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Coat, Eye Color and Tails:
Because the AussieDoodle is a cross between an Australian Shepherd and a Poodle, the AussieDoodle coat will vary from one individual to the next, tending to be incredibly soft with outstanding texture, curl and thickness and is usually (but not always) low to non shedding. They can range in color from black, red, red merle, or blue merle (dark patches on a light colored background). All may have white markings or tan points. Eye color can be brown, blue, green or even a mixture of these. Tails are left natural.
Size:
The size of each Aussiedoodle can range from 12 inches to 22 inches (or more) tall and 20 lbs to 60 lbs (and more) depending on the size of the parents - so take a look at the description of each litter to see how large (or small) your puppy will be. They are typically sturdy and well-muscled with strong bones. Females tend to be smaller than males.
General Care:
A quick dunk in the bathtub with a good quality puppy wash or a trip to the groomers - the Aussiedoodle coat is fairly easy to maintain. They can benefit from a good daily brushing and will absolutely love the one-on-one attention. AussieDoodles can be shaved down, trimmed, or left in full coat.
Regular ear cleaning to avoid waxy build-up and keeping hair trimmed from the inside of the ear will help promote air circulation and discourages infections.
Frequent nail trimming will help keep nails from breaking and cracking.
Training:
Extremely smart and eager to please, the AussieDoodle tends to be one super smart cross-breed. Basic training such as "sit", "come", "stay" etc. should start as soon as you take your AussieDoodle home to insure your puppy starts off on the right foot. Training should be done with firmness, gentle patience and consistency. They seem to thrive in an environment where they are challenged but don't respond well to harsh words, yelling or heavy handed methods. Crate training your Aussiedoodle when young is a tremendous aid to potty training and gives them a safe and comfortable place to spend time when no one is home.
Activity:
The AussieDoodle, like most dogs, requires exercise and mental stimulation to prevent boredom. They will do best if given daily walks and playtime. AussieDoodles enjoy swimming, going on hikes, excel in agility and like doing just about any fun activity you like to do.
Origin:
The Aussiedoodle is a hybrid breed combining the best of the Australian Shepherd and Poodle.
The Australian Shepherd, although not originally from Australia, it most likely originated in the Basque region of the Pyrenees Mountains between Spain and France. With herds of sheep, they made their way to Australia where they were crossed with various types of collies. Following their herds of sheep they made their way to the United States – primarily to California. There they were developed by ranchers as sound, stable stockdogs with an honest work ethic and tremendous endurance and trainability. The breed became well-known through appearances in rodeos, horse shows, television programs and movies.
The Poodle: Used as a retriever for hunters, the Poodle is a centuries old breed of European origin with its roots most likely in the area of Germany and eventually France. Poodles were prized for their intelligence and good manners, eventually being used in circuses and dog shows and, of course, as companions. The poodle is an active, intelligent and elegant dog, squarely built and well proportioned. It’s coat ranges from curly and wiry to soft and wavy and considered hypoallergenic because it’s non-shedding qualities.
Male vs Female:
As a general rule there’s not a lot of difference between the personalities of males and females - both make great companions and family members.
Females:
• Females tend to be very kind and gentle.
• They bond like velcro to their families and love kids, especially babies.
• In the dog pack, the females are the moms, raise the kids and make things happen. That’s why females usually rule the roost, determine pecking order and are usually on the look-out for intruders.
• A little more tenacious and independent, females may be a little more territorial than the males.
• Females tend to be more reserved or dignified as they age.
• Females love attention but are content to lay by your side or at your feet.
• Females are usually so eager to please that training is easy.
Males:
• Males are often more affectionate, exuberant, attentive and crave attention. They become very attached to their people.
• Males are often more outgoing, more accepting of other pets and take quicker to children.
• Males are easily motivated by food and praise and are so eager to please that training is easy. However, males can be more easily distracted during training because of their playful nature. Boys are fun loving until the day they die.
• Neutered males rarely exhibit undesirable behavior such as "marking" and lifting of legs. Once the testosterone levels recede after neutering, most of these behaviors (if they ever existed) will disappear.
Keep an open mind when selecting your puppy - don’t miss an opportunity to have a wonderful friend and companion. Male or female , if it’s an Doodle you can’t go wrong.
Things to Consider:
Technically, no dog is "hypoallergenic" as some people can be allergic to things other than fur - like a dog's saliva, dander or urine. Doodles have allergy friendly properties, making them suitable for individuals who suffer from mild to moderate pet allergies. If you or someone in your home has severe allergies we recommend additional testing before making a decision.
A lot of careful and honest consideration should go in to choosing the perfect puppy for your family - adding a new puppy to your family can be, and usually is, life changing.
Before making your final decision, look around at different breeds. Look at their various traits, grooming requirements, health needs, sizes and personality tendencies. Make your choice based on your family needs and not necessarily on what’s popular. Keep in mind that your new puppy will be a very important family member for many years.
Most dogs, and especially puppies, don’t do well when left to their own devices for long periods of time, often becoming destructive and noisy barkers. Puppies (and even older dogs) will often look for something to keep them entertained while you are gone - often at the expense of your new pair of shoes, couch cushion or garbage can. If they are going to be left for long periods of time - all day and part of the night - you may want to consider another pet - like a goldfish?
Timing’s important when making the decision to bring home a new puppy. Much like a toddler, puppies need care, training and supervision. Bringing a puppy home in the middle of a move, adding a new baby to your family or making a dramatic life-change may not be the right time to bring home a new puppy. The perfect puppy will always be waiting for you when the time is right.