While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Labradoodles are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Golden Pyrenees is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Affectionate
Intelligent
Alert

Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Patient
Gentle
Kind
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Trustworthy

Labradoodles are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Golden Pyreneess are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Australia

United States

Labrador Retriever, Poodle

Great Pyrenees and Golden Retriever

Australian Labradoodle Association
International Australian Labradoodle Association

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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Unknown

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Red
Cream
Silver
Brindle
Sable
Blue

Black
Brown
Cream
Gray
White

Wavy

Straight

A Labradoodle can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Golden Pyrenees can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Allergies

Congenital Eye Defects

Hip & Eye

X-Rays
Blood Tests
Ophthalmic Exam
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Full Physical Examination

Labradoodles thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Golden Pyreneess are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Labradoodles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Golden Pyreneess are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Labradoodles bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

The Golden Pyrenees is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Fetch, Hike, Go on Vacation, Walk, Run

Hiking, Running, Walking, Mild hiking

Labradoodles are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Golden Pyreneess are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Labradoodle, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Pyrenees, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Labradoodles usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Golden Pyreneess usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Labradoodle should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Golden Pyrenees should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 60-65 pound (27 - 29 kg) Labradoodle feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 80-115 pound (36 - 52 kg) Golden Pyrenees feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Labradoodle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Golden Pyrenees is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Labradoodle is between $48 - $62. This makes an average of $576 - $744 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Pyrenees is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Labradoodle is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Golden Pyreneess are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Labradoodles are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Golden Pyreneess can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Labradoodles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Golden Pyreneess are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Labradoodles are highly friendly around strangers.

Golden Pyreneess are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Labradoodles are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Golden Pyreneess are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.