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LABRADOODLE

INCREASINGLY POPULAR, THIS DOG IS RELIABLY PLAYFUL, AFFECTIONATE, AND INTELLIGENT

Height range The original Labrador-Poodle cross was intended as an assistance dog Large, dark,
Miniature: for allergy sufferers, but the Labradoodle has rapidly gained popularity rounded eyes
14–16 in (36–41 cm)
Medium: as a family pet. In Australia, it is on its way to being a breed with a
17–20 in (43–51 cm) written standard. Elsewhere, this remains a crossbreed with no
Standard:
21–24 in (53–61 cm) official status but in huge demand. The dog’s personality attracts
owners as much as its appearance. It is
Weight range
Miniature: consistently level-headed and biddable
15–24 lb (7–11 kg) without becoming serious or reserved.
Medium:
31–44 lb (14–20 kg)
Standard:
51–65 lb (23–29 kg)
Life span 14–15 years Drop, apricot-
colored ears Long,
Origin Australia curved tail
Body slightly
heavier than
Tucked-up a Poodle
Curly, cream belly (see p.271)
coat has
Other colors little dander
Standard
Medium-sized,
Any color round feet

SCHNOODLE

INTELLIGENT AND PLAYFUL, THIS DOG NEEDS PLENTY OF MENTAL STIMULATION

Height range As this dog is a cross between a miniature, High-set
10–28 in (25–70 cm) standard, or giant Schnauzer (see pp.218 ears
Weight range and 40–41) and a toy, miniature, or Square body with
6–85 lb (3–39 kg) standard Poodle (see p.271), it can straight back
Life span 10–15 years vary widely in size, weight, color,
and appearance. Most are small
Origin USA
companion dogs, but they still
need sufficient exercise to
avoid behavioral problems.
Other colors
Round, dark
brown eyes
Soft, wavy
Variety of colors coat

Long hair
on muzzle

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