The Australian Labradoodle
A gentle, adaptable companion with a hypoallergenic coat — the only breed we raise at Boucle d'Or.
Our Australian Labradoodle kennel
At Boucle d'Or we breed Australian Labradoodles and nothing else. Every puppy is raised with care, to the highest breeding standards: animal behaviour and animal welfare shape every decision we make.
Our dogs are all registered with the WALA or the ALAA, and imported from the finest American kennels.
- Intelligence — they learn fast and adapt easily.
- A hypoallergenic companion — well suited to sensitive owners (a test with an allergy specialist is always advisable nonetheless).
- A sociable character — they get along with children and with other animals.
Origins and history
The Australian Labradoodle is a hybrid breed created in Australia in the 1980s. This cross between the Labrador Retriever and the Poodle answered a very specific need: providing an assistance dog for people with allergies. Over time, the English and American Cocker Spaniel was introduced to refine its physical and behavioural traits.
Here is what each founding breed contributed.
Labrador Retriever
Intelligence, biddability and a steady temperament.
Poodle
A hypoallergenic coat and a quick mind.
Cocker Spaniel
Gentleness and a natural affinity with children.
Development and recognition
The Australian Labradoodle is not yet officially recognised as a purebred by every kennel federation, but it benefits from a breeding programme overseen by associations such as the ALAA (Australian Labradoodle Association of America) and the WALA (Worldwide Australian Labradoodle Association), which work to preserve the breed standard and its genetic quality. Australian Labradoodles now have a pedigree in the United States.
The 3 Australian Labradoodle sizes
Sizes are defined by measuring the height at the withers — that is, from the ground to the highest point of the shoulder blades.
Miniature
35 to 42 cm · roughly 7 to 13 kg
Medium
43 to 52 cm · roughly 13 to 20 kg
Standard
53 to 63 cm · roughly 20 to 30 kg
The Australian Labradoodle in all its colours
Red / Red Tuxedo
A red coat, with or without white. Add a white trim and it becomes a "Red Tuxedo".
Apricot
A lighter red, which can also come with white markings or without.
Caramel / Caramel Tuxedo
A darker shade of red. With white markings, it is known as a "Caramel Tuxedo".
Parti
A coat covered in patches, which may be of various colours, together with white.
Solid colours
Black, white or chocolate, classic solid — with or without white.
Phantom
A dark base (black or chocolate) with lighter markings on the face, legs and chest.
Physical characteristics
- Head
- Well proportioned, with a square, slightly rounded muzzle. The eyes are expressive.
- Ears
- Dropped and lying flat against the head — they add to their friendly look.
- Body
- Well muscled and compact, with a level back and a well-developed chest.
- Tail
- Carried low or level, and often wagging to show how happy they are.
- Coat
- Soft, wavy or curly. Hypoallergenic and weather-resistant.
The Australian Labradoodle's character
Intelligence and learning
Thanks to the intelligence inherited from the Labrador and the Poodle, they excel at agility, obedience, tracking and therapy work. Even people new to dog training find them easy to teach.
Sociability
They love human company and get on well with other animals. Patient and playful with children; curious but rarely aggressive with strangers.
Energy and activity
Calm indoors, but they need 1 to 2 hours of exercise a day: ball games, forest walks, swimming and agility courses.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Australian Labradoodle really hypoallergenic?
Its coat sheds very little, which suits sensitive owners. No dog is guaranteed 100% hypoallergenic: a test with an allergy specialist before adopting is the only way to be sure.
Which size should I choose: Miniature, Medium or Standard?
It depends on your home and your lifestyle. The Miniature adapts well to a flat; the Standard needs more space and exercise. We talk it through with you when you reserve a puppy.
Is the Australian Labradoodle recognised as a breed in its own right?
Not yet by every kennel federation, but it is followed by dedicated associations (ALAA, WALA) that oversee its breeding programme and pedigree.