Aussiedoodle

Breed Group: Herding

"People are my closest friends; boredom is my sworn enemy!"

Breed Profile

Aussiedoodles love people and playtime, but they hate boredom. This Australian Shepherd/Poodle mix makes the perfect family dog and activity buddy. They’re easygoing pups that are happy just about anywhere and with just about anyone, as long as you can keep them entertained.

Behavior

The Aussiedoodle is a smart and friendly dog. They’re very family-orientated and love spending time with “their people.” In fact, these pups are often used as service or therapy dogs. Overall, Aussiedoodles are a well-rounded breed that keeping busy and putting their big brains to use.

Coat

Due to their Poodle genes, the Aussiedoodle can have a wide variety of coats and are often hypoallergenic. Usually, they have medium-length coats that are soft and straight or slightly wavy. Their grooming needs depend on the coat type. For loose waves, brush the Aussiedoodle once a month. For curly coats, brush them more often and consider getting occasional professional clipping to keep their fur looking its best.

Lifestyle

Aussiedoodles are perfect pets for families. They’re very patient with small children and gladly accept other pets if they’re socialized together. As long as they get enough exercise, Aussiedoodles can be happy in just about any living environment, whether it’s an apartment, house, farm setting, or big city. However, they need to live indoors and be around people.

Activity

The Aussiedoodle needs physical and mental exercise to avoid getting bored. They love walking and playing every day, and some like swimming too. Aussiedoodles are very bright, making them easy to train and eager to learn new activities. Without enough exercise, Aussiedoodles often become destructive, so keep them busy to prevent unpleasant surprises.

Aussiedoodle Characteristics

Space Needs
Activity Needs
Intelligence
Playfulness
Grooming Needs
Trainability
Watchdog Ability
Affection
Barking
Cat-friendliness
Dog-friendliness
Child-friendliness
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