Is there a difference? Yes. Australian Labradoodles are considered to be a cross between a Labrador, a Poodle and a Cocker Spaniel, while a Labradoodle is solely a cross between a Lab and a Poodle.
As you’re learning about Labradoodles, you’ll certainly come across the term F1. This term refers to the puppy from a Labrador retriever parent and a Poodle parent. With a first generation cross, it is impossible to predict the results. You don’t know if the dog will take on the non-shedding coat qualities of the poodle or if it will shed like crazy. The appearance of the puppies will vary greatly within the litter.
You’ll also run into the term, F1b, which means they’ve mated an F1 back to a poodle. With this cross there is more consistency in the coat, about an 8/10 chance that the puppy will be non-shedding if both the parents were non-shedding. This is due to the large amount of poodle genetics.
Labradoodle Abbreviations
- F1 = First cross between a Lab X Poodle
- F1b = F1 X Poodle
Then there's the Australian Multigenerational Labradoodle. Remember, Australian Labradoodles have more than just Labrador and Poodle bloodlines at work. When you purchase an Australian Labradoodle, you have a much better idea of exactly what you’re buying. The size, coat, temperament, look, allergy friendliness, and non-shedding qualities are a lot more predictable. It’s these qualities that have created the Australian Labradoodle that we now know and love. Australian Labradodles are know as "multi-generational" if both parents are Australian Labradoodles.
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