Genetics at Play: Understanding the Science of F1B Goldendoodles

 How Big Will Your Puppy Get? ​Do you want to know how big your dog will get when it's fully grown? The puppy weight estimator @ PuppyChart​ will calculate the adult weight from your puppy's age and current weight. When Are Puppies Fully Grown? Generally, larger dogs take longer to reach their adult weight. Small dogs will be almost fully grown at around 10 months old, while larger dogs will continue to grow until around one and a half to two years old. Larger Versus Smaller Dogs; Which Lives Longer? In the April issue of the Scientific Journal “The American Naturalist,” biologists at Germany’s University of Göttingen explored the relationship between size of dog breeds and life expectancy. Researchers analyzed data on over 56,000 dogs representing 74 breeds that visited North American veterinary teaching hospitals. The scientists found that larger dogs appeared to age at a faster rate than smaller dogs. Interestingly, the research concluded that every increase in 4.4 pounds (2...

 Imagine you walk into a dog breeder’s home, and you spot two Golden Doodle buddies — which one are you choosing? My guess: If you’re like most people, you’ll probably go for the cuter one. And who can blame you? Of course, both are cute, but clearly, one is cuter. More like choosing between a snapback and a baseball cap. Clearly, both are cool, but fashionistas know snapbacks are king (sorry, baseball fans). By the way, you’ll be wrong to select a Golden Doodle based on the outward appearance only. Why? Someone might ask. And I say: Weren’t you taught not to judge a book by its cover? Open the pages first to know what you’re getting into. In a similar fashion, let’s open the Golden Doodle dictionary to see which of F1 and F1B generation you should buy. What is the meaning of F1? Both “F1” and “F1B” Golden Doodle carry the term F1. So, what does this really mean? For starters, the letter ‘F’ is a short form of the word “filial,” and that tells you that the dog is not purebred but ...

When it comes to Goldendoodles, understanding the different generations can be the key to choosing your dream puppy. There is so much information out there, and I find. most of it to be so basic and unknowledgeable on the actual genetics of doodles. As most know, these lovable hybrids are a mix of Golden Retrievers and Poodles, but the specific combination can vary. Let's break down the three generations we breed at Windsong. Here, we break down the three main generations - Multigen, F1, and F1b - to help you make an informed decision.     F1 Goldendoodles : The First Generation  The F1 Goldendoodle is a first-generation cross between a purebred Golden Retriever and a purebred Poodle. They exhibit a balanced mix of traits from both parent breeds, making them a popular choice for families. They usually have nice square retriever heads and they ALWAYS have a wavy coat. Because Golden Retrievers have a solid cream, gold or red colored coat, they don’t have the particular coa...

 Goldendoodles are one of the original designer dogs. Bred in 1969, they were created when the poodle breed was crossed with the golden retriever breed to provide guide dogs for visually impaired people with allergies. If bred correctly, these dogs have hair instead of fur and don’t shed, which minimizes their risk to allergy sufferers. They’re also usually loyal and adorable companions with easygoing personalities and a high tolerance for children. Doodles became popular in the 1990s because, in addition to their proficiency as service and therapy dogs, they’re wonderful pets for families with allergies or those with an aversion to dog fur in their lovely homes! Why Does Goldendoodle Generations Matter? While responsible breeding may lower the risk of some potential issues, their ancestry or the Goldendoodle generations plays a major factor in their physical characteristics, the potential health issues they may be at risk for. Why Are There Different Goldendoodle Generations? Unfo...

If you are looking to get a Goldendoodle you may have heard about the doodle classifications; F1 Goldendoodle, F1b Goldendoodle, F2 Goldendoodle, F2B Goldendoodle and the F3 Goldendoodle also known as a multi-generation Goldendoodle. You may also be wondering what this all means. In this post we will look at what it means to be an F1 Goldendoodle, how it compares to the other types of Goldendoodles and why the F1 might be the best choice for some people but not for others. Let’s start with what the doodle classifications are. They are an easy way to tell the approximate percentage of Poodle vs Golden Retriever in the pups. We will explain why this matters in more detail below. Another option you have to decide on when getting a Goldendoodle is the size. Goldendoodles come in a few different sizes. The two most popular Goldendoodle sizes are the standard and mini. But there is also a micro mini, teacup sizes and the unofficial medium size. When looking for a Goldendoodle people often wa...

The breeder I am considering is not shown on the GANA™ breeders’ list. Can you give me information about this breeder? The breeder you have mentioned is not a member of GANA™ if you cannot find them here.  Therefore, we will have no records or history to share with you.  When working with a breeder that is not a member of GANA™, you will have to do all your own homework.  You will need to review the genetic defect warranty provided to ensure you are getting at least a two year warranty.  You need to make sure you do not have to return the puppy to exercise the warranty and that the breeder offers monetary assistance with expenses for genetic defects, or a replacement puppy.   You also will want them to show you the pedigrees back to the purebred ancestors to prove you are getting a puppy that has just Golden Retriever and Poodle genes or that they have performed the DNA testing on the parents to prove they are comprised of the genes of only those breeds....