Double Doodle Size Guide (Mini vs Standard)

Double Doodles (Golden Retriever x Labrador Retriever x Poodle) are a hybrid-hybrid mixed breed dog that has become very popular in recent years, the result of breeding a Labradoodle with a Goldendoodle. As they are mixed breed there can be a lot of variation in Double Doodle size depending on the size of the respective parents. The two most common Double Doodles sizes are the Mini and Standard Double Doodle. As the Double Doodle is a relatively new breed, there are no sizing standards so we have provided a Double Doodle size guide below.

If you are interested in the Mini or Standard Double Doodle keep reading this article to find out the all the answers to your questions about the different sizes of the breed!

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Mini Double Doodle

What Is A Mini Double Doodle?

A Mini Double Doodle is a hybrid-hybrid mixed breed consisting of a mix of Labrador, Golden Retriever and a Miniature Poodle. Mini Double Doodles are created by breeding a Mini Labradoodle with a Mini Goldendoodle. The resulting dog is 50% Miniature Poodle, 25% Labrador Retriever and 25% Golden Retriever.

Mini Double Doodle Summary

Mini Double Doodle Characteristics
Size	13 to 18 inches (33.0cm to 45.7cm).
Weight	13 to 30 pounds (5.9kg to 13.6kg).
Temperament	Lively, friendly, affectionate, gentle.
Activity Levels	Moderate to high.
Exercise Requirements	45 to 60 min per day.
Lifespan	12 to 16 years.
Coat	Dense shaggy coat.
Eyes	Black or brown.
Shedding	Low.
Apartment Adaptability	Can live in an apartment if given adequate daily exercise.
Good with Children	Yes.

Mini Double Doodle Temperament

Mini Double Doodles have a temperament that is a mix of a Labrador Retriever, Golden Retriever and Poodle. They are super friendly, outgoing, loyal, intelligent, gentle and kind which makes them a fantastic family companion.

How Big Does A Mini Double Doodle Get?

Mini Double Doodles get to a height of 13 to 18 inches (33.0cm to 45.7cm) at the shoulder and weigh between 13 and 30 pounds (5.9kg to 13.6kg) when fully grown. They reach their full adult size between 9 and 12 months of age.

Mini Double Doodle Lifespan

Mini Double Doodles have a lifespan of 12 to 16 years. They have a slightly longer lifespan than Standard Double Doodles as smaller dogs generally live longer than large dog breeds. To give your Mini Double Doodle the best chance of living a long life, make sure that you give them adequate daily exercise and that you feed them a healthy, balanced diet.

How Much Does A Mini Double Doodle Cost?

A Mini Double Doodle usually costs between $1500USD and $4000USD. They usually sell for prices slightly higher than the standard sized Double Doodle as there is currently a higher demand for miniature designer dogs. Other factors that influence their price includes coat color and litter size.

Standard Double Doodle

What Is A Double Doodle?

A Double Doodle is a mix of a Labrador Retriever, Golden Retriever and a Standard Poodle. They are a hybrid-hybrid mixed breed created by breeding a Labradoodle with a Goldendoodle. The resulting dog is 50% Poodle, 25% Labrador Retriever and 25% Golden Retriever.

Double Doodle Summary

Double Doodle Characteristics
Size	20 to 29 inches (50.8cm to 73.66cm).
Weight	50 to 80 lbs (22.7kg to 36.3kg)
Temperament	Lively, friendly, affectionate, gentle.
Activity Levels	Moderate to high.
Exercise Requirements	45 to 60 min per day.
Lifespan	12 to 15 years.
Coat	Dense shaggy coat.
Eyes	Black or brown.
Shedding	Low.
Apartment Adaptability	Not suited to apartment living due to size and exercise requirements.
Good with Children	Yes.

What Does A Double Doodle Look Like?

The most distinctive feature of a Double Doodle is that they have a super dense medium length coat that has a shaggy texture. They look very similar to Goldendoodles and Labradoodles so it can be difficult to differentiate a Double Doodle from the appearance of the parent breeds. Double Doodles come in many colors including golden, black, cream, tan, brown or white. They usually have dark brown or black button shaped eyes, long floppy ears and a black nose.

How Big Does A Double Doodle Get?

A Double Doodle gets to a height of 20 to 29 inches (50.8cm to 73.66cm) tall at the shoulder and weighs between 50 and 80 lbs (22.7kg to 36.3kg). They are considered to be a medium to large sized breed. Double Doodles get to their full adult size between 14 and 18 months of age.

Double Doodle Lifespan

Double Doodles have a lifespan of 12 to 15 years. Their lifespan is slightly shorter than that of a Mini Double Doodle as larger dogs generally have shorter lifespans. As they are a hybrid dog, Double Doodles do not suffer from as many genetic health issues as the purebred Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever or Poodle meaning that they have a longer lifespan than their ancestors.

How Much Does A Double Doodle Cost?

On average, a Double Doodle costs between $1500USD and $3500USD. They are not a very common breed so price can greatly vary depending upon the breeder as well as the litter size and aesthetic factors such as coat color.

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Are Double Doodle Dogs Hypoallergenic?

Yes, Double Doodle Dogs are hypoallergenic as they do not release much dander (dead skin cells) which irritate allergy sufferers into their immediate environment when they shed. They are also classified as a low shedding breed which contributes to their hypoallergenic nature. The Poodle genes of a Double Doodle are what make them hypoallergenic as Labrador Retrievers and Golden Retrievers are not hypoallergenic.

What Is A F1 Double Doodle?

A F1 Double Doodle is the first generation of the breed created by crossing a Labradoodle with a Goldendoodle. They are 50% Poodle, 25% Labrador Retriever and 25% Golden Retriever.

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What Is A F1b Double Doodle?

A F1b Double Doodle is a F1 Double Doodle that has been crossed back to a Poodle. The resulting dog is 75% Poodle, 12.5% Labrador Retriever and 12.5% Golden Retriever.

F1b Double Doodles are extremely rare. Hardly any breeders create this generation of dog as a Double Doodle is already a complex hybrid-hybrid mixed breed and is not that popular in comparison to other doodle breeds.

What Is A F2 Double Doodle?

A F2 Double Doodle is the second generation of the breed. Instead of breeding a Goldendoodle with a Labradoodle, the breeder has bred two F1 Double Doodles (first generation) together. They are still 50% Poodle, 25% Labrador Retriever and 25% Golden Retriever like the F1 Double Doodle.

Double Doodle Size Comparison

	Mini Double Doodle	Standard Double Doodle
Height	13 to 18 inches (33.0cm to 45.7cm)	20 to 29 inches (50.8cm to 73.66cm)
Weight	13 to 30 pounds (5.9kg to 13.6kg)	50 to 80 pounds (22.7kg to 36.3kg)
Fully Grown	9 to 12 months old	14 to 18 months old