F1b Labradoodle Guide: Size, Shedding, Life Expectancy etc.

F1b Labradoodles (AKA F1b Labrapoos) are a mixed breed dog, the resulting of breeding a F1 Labradoodle with a Poodle. Besides F1 Labradoodles, F1b Labradoodles are one of the most popular generations of Labradoodle as they are hypoallergenic and have curlier coats.

The cryptic letters that denote Labradoodle generations can become quite confusing so that is why in this article we will break down what exactly “F1b” means so you can decide if this is the right Labradoodle generation for you!

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What Does F1b Labradoodle Mean?

The “F” in F1b Labradoodle means “filial”, the “1” means first generation and the “b” means back-cross. An F1b Labradoodle is the first back-cross generation of the breed. Back-cross means that the dog has been bred back to a purebred Poodle.

What Is An F1b Labradoodle?

An F1b Labradoodle is created by crossing an F1 Labradoodle with a purebred Poodle that is either Toy, Miniature or Standard sized. The resulting dog is 25% Labrador Retriever and 75% Poodle.

What Is A Mini F1b Labradoodle?

A Mini F1b Labradoodle is created by crossing a Mini F1 Labradoodle with a purebred Miniature Poodle. They are 25% Labrador Retriever and 75% Miniature Poodle.

F1b Labradoodle Characteristics

F1b Labradoodle Characteristics
Size	20 to 26 inches (50.8cm to 66.0cm) tall at the shoulder.
Weight	50 to 100 pounds (22.7kg to 45.4kg)
Temperament	Lively, friendly, affectionate, gentle.
Activity Levels	Moderate to High.
Exercise Requirements	45 to 60 min per day.
Lifespan	12 to 15 years.
Coat	Wavy or curly single coat.
Eyes	Brown or black.
Shedding	Low.
Apartment Adaptability	Can live in an apartment if given enough exercise daily, especially Mini F1b Labradoodles.
Good with Children	Yes.

F1b Labradoodle Size

How Big Do F1b Labradoodles Get?

The size of an F1b Labradoodle depends upon the size of Poodle that the F1 Labradoodle was originally bred with as well as the size of Poodle the F1 Labradoodle was cross-backed to. It can be hard to predict the size of an F1b Labradoodle but they generally follow the same weight range of the F1 Labradoodle except with a slightly leaner and taller build.

A Mini F1b Labradoodle gets to 14.5 to 16.5 inches (36.8cm to 41.9cm) tall at the shoulder. They weigh between 15 and 25 pounds (6.8kg to 11.3kg).
A Medium F1b Labradoodle gets to 16.5 to 20.5 inches (41.9cm to 52.1cm) tall at the shoulder. They weigh between 25 and 50 pounds (11.3kg to 22.7kg).
A Standard F1b Labradoodle gets to a height of 20.5 to 26.5 inches (52.1cm to 67.3cm) at the shoulder. They weigh between 50 and 100 pounds (22.7kg to 45.4kg).

When Do F1b Labradoodles Stop Growing?

F1b Labradoodles stop growing between 12 and 18 months of age. They undergo rapid growth from the time they are born until they are 10 months old and fill out for the remaining few months.

F1b Labradoodle Shedding

Are F1b Labradoodles Hypoallergenic?

Yes, F1b Labradoodles are hypoallergenic as they don’t release much dander (dead skin cells) into their immediate environment when they shed. F1b Labradoodles are more hypoallergenic than F1 Labradoodles as they are cross-backed to a Poodle which is a more hypoallergenic breed than the Labrador Retriever.

Do F1b Labradoodles Shed?

F1b Labradoodles are classified as light to non-shedders and shed even less than F1 Labradoodles. F1b Labradoodles like other cross-back generations of the breed shed less than F1 Labradoodles as they have a higher percentage of Poodle genes.

F1b Labradoodle Life Expectancy

How Long Do F1b Labradoodles Live?

F1b Labradoodles have a life expectancy of 12 to 15 years. F1b Labradoodles have a higher percentage of Poodle genes compared to F1 Labradoodles. They are 25% Labrador Retriever and 75% Poodle. As Poodles generally live longer than Labradors, F1b Labradoodles may live longer than F1 Labradoodles. They are more likely to live to the higher end of their lifespan range.

F1b Labradoodle Price

How Much Do F1b Labradoodles Cost?

F1b Labradoodles cost between $2800USD and $3400USD. They are more expensive than F1 Labradoodles as they shed less and are more hypoallergenic. They are also more expensive as they take longer to breed.

F1b Labradoodle Temperament

F1b Labradoodles have a lively and friendly temperament. They are a great addition to families as they are very gentle and get along well with children. F1b Labradoodles are often described as being outgoing, playful, curious and eager to please. They are a very intelligent breed and respond very well to training from an early age. As they are a mixed breed dog, their temperament can be more like a Poodle or more like a Labrador Retriever.

F1b Labradoodle Coat Colors

White F1b Labradoodle

White F1b Labradoodles have a slightly off-white coat color. They have black or brown noses and dark colored eyes. White F1b Labradoodles are also known as Chalk Labradoodles as their coat color is a very similar shade to chalk.

Red F1b Labradoodle

Red F1b Labradoodles come in a variety of shades from light red to dark red. Their coats can be anywhere from a reddish cream to a rusty brown color. They have black noses and dark brown eyes. F1b Labradoodles with lighter red coats are usually called Apricot F1b Labradoodles.

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Chocolate F1b Labradoodle

Chocolate F1b Labradoodles feature a solid brown coat that can range from a very light to a rich brown tone. Some Chocolate F1b Labradoodles are so dark that they’re almost black while others are more of a milk chocolate or silver-beige color. Their noses and eyes are brown.

Black F1b Labradoodle

Black F1b Labradoodles feature a solid black coat with a black nose and dark eyes. They may have small white patches over their body like on their chest or paws however these as technically Black and White F1b Labradoodles. Black F1b Labradoodles are usually created by breeding a Black Labradoodle with a Black Poodle.

Merle F1b Labradoodle

A Merle F1b Labradoodle carries the merle gene which dilutes their originally black coat into mottled patches. This gene also affects eye color and skin pigmentation on the nose and paws so Merle F1b Labradoodles often have very light eye colors such as blue and often have pink patches on their nose and paws.

F1b Labradoodle Haircuts

There are many different haircut styles that you can give your F1b Labradoodle. Some popular ones include:

Puppy Cut
Teddy Bear Cut
Poodle Cut
Lamb Cut
Summer Cut

Generation Comparisons

What Is The Difference Between F1 and F1b Labradoodles?

The main difference between an F1 and F1b Labradoodle is the percentage make up of Labrador Retriever to Poodle in each breed. F1 Labradoodles are 50% Poodle and 50% Labrador Retriever while F1b Labradoodles are 75% Poodle and 25% Labrador Retriever. This means that F1b Labradoodles have curlier, more hypoallergenic coats and usually have a leaner, taller build.

	F1	F1b
Genetic Makeup	50% Labrador Retriever & 50% Poodle	25% Labrador Retriever & 75% Poodle

What Is The Difference Between F1b and F2b Labradoodles?

An F1b Labradoodle is the first back-cross generation of Labradoodle while an F2b Labradoodle is the second back-cross generation. An F1b Labradoodle is a cross between a F1 Labradoodle and a purebred Poodle. On the other hand, an F2b Labradoodle is created by crossing an F2 Labradoodle with a purebred Poodle. Both F1b and F2b Labradoodles are 75% Poodle and 25% Labrador Retriever.

	F1b	F2b
Genetic Makeup	25% Labrador Retriever & 75% Poodle	25% Labrador Retriever & 75% Poodle

What Is The Difference Between F1b and F1bb Labradoodles?

An F1b Labradoodle is the first back-cross generation of Labradoodle while an F1bb is the first double back-cross generation of Labradoodle. An F1b Labradoodle is a cross between a F1 Labradoodle and a purebred Poodle while an F1bb Labradoodle is a cross between an F1b Labradoodle and a purebred Poodle. F1b Labradoodles are 75% Poodle and 25% Labrador Retriever while F1bb Labradoodles are 12.5% Labrador Retriever and 87.5% Poodle.

	F1b	F1bb
Genetic Makeup	25% Labrador Retriever & 75% Poodle	12.5% Labrador Retriever and 87.5% Poodle.

F1b Labradoodle Pros & Cons

Pros	Cons
F1b Labradoodles shed less than F1 Labradoodles.	F1b Labradoodles are usually more expensive than F1 Labradoodles.
F1b Labradoodles are more hypoallergenic than F1 Labradoodles.	F1b Labradoodles are a watchdog but not a guard dog.
F1b Labradoodles have a curlier coat than F1 Labradoodles.	F1b Labradoodles are a high energy dog and needs lots of exercise.
F1b Labradoodles have excellent temperaments.	F1b Labradoodles require regular grooming which can get expensive.