F2b Goldendoodle Guide: Price, Size, Shedding & More!

F2b Goldendoodles (AKA F2b Groodles) are a designer dog breed, the result of breeding a F2 Goldendoodle with a Poodle or and F1 Goldendoodle with an F1b Goldendoodle. Their friendly and playful nature paired with their teddy bear appearance and hypoallergenic coat makes them highly sought after, fetching high prices!

If you are interested in F2b Goldendoodles keep reading this article to find out the all the answers to your questions about this dog breed!

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What Is An F2b Goldendoodle?

The “F” in F2b Goldendoodle means “filial”, the “2” means second generation and the “b” means back-cross. An F2b Goldendoodle is the second back-cross generation of the breed. Back-cross means that the dog has been bred back to a purebred Poodle.

What Does F2b Goldendoodle Mean?

There are two ways that F2b Goldendoodles can be bred.

Most F2b Goldendoodles are created by crossing an F2 Goldendoodle with a purebred Poodle that is either Toy, Miniature or Standard sized. The resulting dog is 25% Golden Retriever and 75% Poodle.

However, F2b Goldendoodles can also be created by crossing an F1 Goldendoodle with an F1b Goldendoodle. These F2b Goldendoodles are 37.5% Golden Retriever and 62.5% Poodle.

What Does An F2b Goldendoodle Look Like?

F2b Goldendoodles look more like Poodles than Golden Retrievers as they have a higher percentage of Poodle genes. They are taller and leaner than the average Goldendoodle and also have even curlier coats than the average Goldendoodle. Their coats are usually composed of very shaggy and crimped hair while most other Goldendoodles have loose waves. F2b Goldendoodles can come in many different colors such as red, apricot, chocolate, black and merle.

F2b Goldendoodle Characteristics

F2b Goldendoodle Characteristics
Height	Depends on the size of the Poodle.
Weight	Depends on the size of the Poodle.
Temperament	Easy going, calm, friendly.
Activity Levels	High.
Exercise Requirements	30 to 60 min per day.
Lifespan	10 to 15 years.
Coat	Wavy or curly single coat.
Eyes	Brown.
Shedding	Low.
Apartment Adaptability	Can live in an apartment if given enough exercise daily.
Good with Children	Yes.

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F2b Goldendoodle Shedding

Do F2b Goldendoodles Shed?

F2b Goldendoodles are light to non-shedders. They shed even less than F2 Goldendoodles as they have a higher percentage of Poodle genes. The original reason why Golden Retrievers were crossed with Poodles was to create a dog that did not shed as much as the Golden Retriever however still had aspects of its lovely temperament.

The best way to reduce the amount that your dog sheds is to regularly brush them. Slicker brushes are great for dogs with single coats and deshedding tools are great for dogs with double coats.

Are F2b Goldendoodles Hypoallergenic?

Yes, F2b Goldendoodles are hypoallergenic as they don’t release much dander (dead skin cells) into their immediate environment when they shed. F2b Goldendoodles are more hypoallergenic than F2 Goldendoodles as they are cross-backed to a Poodle which is a more hypoallergenic breed than the Golden Retriever.

You can make your dog even more hypoallergenic by keeping up a good grooming routine as it will stop them from releasing allergens into your home.

Your dog’s grooming routine should include both brushing and bathing. A brush down with a slicker brush every other day is ideal to remove any loose hairs. As for washing, a bath with a gentle dog shampoo every 3 months will remove dead skin cells, dirt and debris.

This may not seem that often but you don’t want to over wash your dog otherwise their coat will dry out which will only cause flaky skin which is an allergy irritant.

F2b Goldendoodle Sizes

There are five main Goldendoodle sizes including Teacup, Toy, Mini, Medium and Standard Goldendoodles. F2b Goldendoodles are slightly leaner and taller than the average Goldendoodle. They get to a similar size as F1b Goldendoodles. You can read about all the Goldendoodle sizes in depth in our Goldendoodle size guide here.

Teacup F2b Goldendoodle

Teacup F2b Goldendoodles are one of the smallest Goldendoodle sizes besides Micro Goldendoodles. A Teacup F2b Goldendoodle reaches a height of 8.5 to 13.5 inches (21.6cm to 34.3cm) at the shoulder. They weigh between 7 and 10 pounds (3.2kg to 4.5kg).

Toy F2b Goldendoodle

Toy F2b Goldendoo dles are the second smallest Goldendoodle size. A Toy F2b Goldendoodle gets to a height of 10.5 to 16.5 inches (26.7cm to 42.0cm) at the shoulder and weighs between 10 and 25 pounds (4.5kg to 11.3kg).

Mini F2b Goldendoodle

Mini F2b Goldendoodles are the middle Goldendoodle size. A Mini F2b Goldendoodle gets to 15.5 to 17.5 inches (39.4cm to 44.5cm) tall at the shoulder. They weigh between 15 and 35 pounds (6.8kg to 15.9kg) when fully grown.

Medium F2b Goldendoodle

Medium F2b Goldendoodles are the second smallest Goldendoodle size. A Medium F2b Goldendoodle gets to 17.5 to 20.5 inches (44.5cm to 52.1cm) tall at the shoulder and weighs between 35 and 50 pounds (15.9kg to 22.7kg).

Standard F2b Goldendoodle

Standard F2b Goldendoodles are the largest and most common Goldendoodle size besides Mini Goldendoodles. A Standard F2b Goldendoodle gets 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).

F2b Goldendoodle Price

F2b Goldendoodles cost between $2200USD to $4500USD. There are many factors that influence the price of F2b Goldendoodles including their size, coat color, the breeder’s location and reputation as well as the age of the dog. You can compare the prices of all the Goldendoodle generations by reading our Goldendoodle Price Guide here.

You can also keep up to date on current prices by checking out Goldendoodle litters for sale on dog advertising websites like PuppySpot.

F2b Goldendoodle via @a_dood_named_wally

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F2b Goldendoodle Temperament

F2b Goldendoodles are highly excitable dogs by nature. They love spending time around people and other animals alike and are so affectionate and gentle. F2b Goldendoodles are keen to please which makes them pretty easy to train. They are also relatively easy to care for.

The generation of Goldendoodle does not have much affect on temperament however some people say that F2b Goldendoodle’s have a temperament that is more like a Poodle than a Golden Retriever.

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F2b Goldendoodle Lifespan

The average Goldendoodle lives for 10 to 15 years. There are many factors that affect the lifespan of a Goldendoodle including size, gender, generation and whether they are desexed or intact. These variables mean they can have shorter or longer lifespans than the average. You can give your Goldendoodle the best chance of living a long life by exercising them daily, feeding them a healthy diet and keeping on top of vet appointments. Read our full Goldendoodle lifespan guide here to compare the lifespans of different sizes of Goldendoodle.

F2b Goldendoodle via @itsralphdood

F2b Goldendoodle Coat Colors

Red F2b Goldendoodle

Red F2b 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. F2b Goldendoodles with lighter red coats are usually called Apricot Goldendoodles.

Apricot F2b Goldendoodle

Apricot F2b 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 F2b Goldendoodles are usually created by breeding an Apricot F2 Goldendoodle with an Apricot Poodle. They are one of the most sought after Goldendoodle coat colors.

Chocolate F2b Goldendoodle

Chocolate F2b 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.

Cream F2b Goldendoodle

Cream F2b Goldendoodles have an off-white coat. Some Cream F2b Goldendoodles have black noses while others have light brown or beige noses. Cream F2b Goldendoodles are often mistake for Labradoodles because they are so light in color.

Black F2b Goldendoodle

Black F2b 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. F2b Goldendoodles can only be this color if they inherit it from the Poodle as purebred Golden Retrievers are never black. That is why they are more common in back-cross generations like F2b.

Merle F2b Goldendoodle

A Merle F2b Goldendoodle carries the merle gene which dilutes certain sections of their coat into mottled patches. This gene also affects eye color and skin pigmentation on the nose and paws so Merle F2b Goldendoodles often have very light eye colors such as blue and often have pink patches on their nose and paws.

cream f2b goldendoodle — F2b Goldendoodle via @_atticus_and_harper

Generation Comparisons

What Is The Difference Between An F2 And An F2b Goldendoodle?

F2 Goldendoodles are the second generation of Goldendoodle while F2b Goldendoodles are the second back-cross generation.

The main difference between an F2 Goldendoodle and an F2b Goldendoodle is the percentage make up of Golden Retriever to Poodle. An F2 Goldendoodle is 50% Golden Retriever and 50% Poodle while F2b Goldendoodles are either 25% Golden Retriever and 75% Poodle or 37.5% Golden Retriever and 62.5% Poodle, depending on how the breeder produces this generation.

F2b Goldendoodles are usually taller, leaner and have curlier coats than F2 Goldendoodles. They are also usually more hypoallergenic than F2 Goldendoodles.

	F2 Goldendoodle	F2b Goldendoodle
Genetic Makeup	50% Golden Retriever + 50% Poodle	25% Golden Retriever + 75% Poodle OR 37.5% Golden Retriever + 62.5% Poodle

What Is The Difference Between An F1b and F2b Goldendoodle?

F1b Goldendoodles are the first back-cross generation of Goldendoodle while F2b Goldendoodle are the second back-cross generation of Goldendoodle.

F1b and F2b Goldendoodles can have the same genetic makeup if F2b Goldendoodles are created by crossing an F2 Goldendoodle with a Poodle. These F2b Goldendoodles are 25% Golden Retriever and 75% Poodle. Otherwise, they may have a slightly different genetic makeup if F2b Goldendoodles are produced by breeding an F1 Goldendoodle with an F1b Goldendoodle as these Goldendoodles are 37.5% Golden Retriever and 62.5% Poodle.

	F1b Goldendoodle	F2b Goldendoodle
Genetic Makeup	25% Golden Retriever + 75% Poodle	25% Golden Retriever + 75% Poodle OR 37.5% Golden Retriever + 62.5% Poodle.