F1b Standard Goldendoodle Guide: Everything To Know!

F1b Standard Goldendoodles (AKA F1b Standard Groodles) are a designer dog breed, the result of breeding a F1 Standard Goldendoodle with a Standard Poodle. Their friendly and playful nature paired with their small size which is suited to apartment living makes them highly sought after, fetching high prices!

If you are interested in F1b Standard Goldendoodles keep reading this article to find out the all the answers to your questions about this dog breed!

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What Does F1b Standard Mean?

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

What Is An F1b Standard Goldendoodle?

An F1b Standard Goldendoodle is created by crossing a F1 Standard Goldendoodle with a purebred Standard Poodle. They are 25% Golden Retriever and 75% Standard Poodle.

What Do F1b Standard Goldendoodles Look Like?

In comparison to F1 Standard Goldendoodles, F1b Standard Goldendoodles have a much curlier coat due to the higher percentage of Poodle genes. F1b Goldendoodles look slightly more like a Poodle than a Golden Retriever however there is so much variation with mixed breed dogs that it is hard to predict exactly what they will look like. F1b Goldendoodles may be leaner and taller than F1 Goldendoodles.

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F1b Standard Goldendoodle Characteristics

F1b Standard Goldendoodle Characteristics
Size	20.5 to 26.5 inches (52.1cm to 67.3cm).
Weight	50 to 90 pounds (22.7kg to 40.8kg).
Temperament	Easy going, calm, friendly.
Activity Levels	High.
Exercise Requirements	45 to 60 min per day.
Lifespan	12 to 15 years.
Coat	Wavy or curly single coat.
Eyes	Brown.
Shedding	Low.
Apartment Adaptability	Not that suited to apartment living.
Good with Children	Yes.

F1 vs F1b Standard Goldendoodle

The main difference between an F1 and F1b Standard Goldendoodle is the percentage make up of Golden Retriever to Standard Poodle in each dog.

F1 Standard Goldendoodles are 50% Standard Poodle and 50% Golden Retriever while F1b Standard Goldendoodles are 75% Standard Poodle and 25% Golden Retriever.

This means that F1b Standard Goldendoodles have curlier, more hypoallergenic coats and usually have a leaner, taller build than F1 Standard Goldendoodles.

F1b Standard Goldendoodle Price

F1b Standard Goldendoodles usually cost between $2000USD to $4200USD. There are many factors that influence the price of F1b Goldendoodles including their coat color, the breeder’s location and reputation as well as the age of the dog.

F1b Standard Goldendoodles are also more generally expensive than F1 Standard Goldendoodles as the breeding process is more involved. They are also in higher demand than F1 Standard Goldendoodles as they shed less and are more hypoallergenic.

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F1b Standard Goldendoodle Size

How Big Do F1b Standard Goldendoodles Get?

Standard F1b Goldendoodles get to a height of 20.5 to 26.5 inches (52.1cm to 67.3cm) tall at the shoulder. They weigh between 50 and 90 pounds (22.7kg to 40.8kg).

Once your puppy is fully grown you’ll need to start investing in dog products that you’ll keep for their whole life such as:

A full size dog crate so they have their own cozy den to sleep in – consider a dog crate pad to make it that much comfier!
An adult sized dog raincoat to keep them dry during wet weather
An adult sized dog life jacket to help with swimming in lakes and oceans
An adult sized dog jacket for cold winter weather
A dog cooling vest if you live in a hot climate
High quality no-pull dog harness to reduce stress on their neck while walking
And other similar products

F1b Standard Goldendoodle Coat Colors

Red F1b Standard Goldendoodle

Red F1b Standard Goldendoodles 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. Goldendoodles with lighter red coats are usually called Apricot Goldendoodles.

Red F1b Goldendoodles are not rare. Red is a dominant Poodle gene so if a Golden Retriever is bred with a Red Poodle it is likely that many of the puppies in the litter will inherit this coat color.

Black F1b Standard Goldendoodle

Black F1b Standard Goldendoodles feature a solid black coat. They may have small white patches over their body like on their chest or paws however these as technically Black and White Goldendoodles.

Goldendoodles can only be this color if they inherit it from the Poodle as purebred Golden Retrievers are never black so cross back generations such as F1b Standard Goldendoodles are much more likely to express this coat color than other generations.

While a Goldendoodle may have a black coat as a puppy, there is no guarantee that they will retain this coat color for life. Many Black Goldendoodle puppies change color if they have inherited the ‘fading’ gene from the Poodle side. They may fade into a dark blue or silver color as they mature.

Apricot F1b Standard Goldendoodle

Apricot F1b Standard Goldendoodles have very light red coats with a peachy tone. They are somewhere between a light red and a cream. Only the Poodle carries the genes for an apricot coat so Apricot Goldendoodles are usually created by breeding an Apricot or Red Poodle with a light Golden Retriever.

Full Grown Goldendoodle Guide (Size & Age Fully Grown)

They are one of the most sought after Goldendoodle coat colors and like Black Goldendoodles are much more likely to be found in back-cross generations such as the F1b generation.

Chocolate F1b Standard Goldendoodle

Chocolate F1b Standard Goldendoodles have a solid brown coat that can range from a very light shade to a dark brown. They inherit this coat color from the Poodle side.

Brown coats were originally a result of a mutation of the gene that produces a black coat. It is a recessive gene so both parents need to carry it to get a Chocolate Goldendoodle. That is why Chocolate Goldendoodles are more commonly found in back-cross generations such as an F1b, F1bb or F2b Goldendoodle.

F1b Standard Goldendoodle Temperament

F1b Standard Goldendoodles are highly excitable dogs by nature. They love spending time around people and other animals alike and are so affectionate and gentle.

They are very intelligent as both the Poodle and Golden Retriever are known to be very smart. Poodles are ranked 2nd for working and obedience training out of 138 breeds while Golden Retrievers are ranked 4th. F1b Goldendoodles are eager to please and quick learners as they are so smart which makes them relatively easy to train.

F1b Standard Goldendoodle Lifespan

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

F1b Standard Goldendoodle Shedding

Do F1b Standard Goldendoodles Shed?

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

Are F1b Standard Goldendoodles Hypoallergenic?

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