Entrepreneur Spencer Schar
is a proud Goldendoodle owner, with his 13-month-old puppy taking up a lot of
his time. This article will provide an overview of the Goldendoodle hybrid’s temperament and
characteristics, sharing tips on activities to meet their emotional and physical
needs.
Goldendoodles are typically
energetic and enthusiastic dogs, with a comical and loving personality. A cross
between the Poodle and the Golden Retriever, this high-energy hybrid breed is described
by the American Kennel Club as an “exuberant,” “serious worker” that requires
“plenty of exercise.” The American Kennel Club defines the Goldendoodle as a
“sporting” breed group with a high energy level and a dog that is “very smart,”
“athletic,” “active,” and “playful.”
Of course, as with any other breed, Goldendoodles
can vary from one dog to the next. Nevertheless, the Golden Retriever and
Poodle pedigrees both lean towards an exuberant love for playing, thinking, and
working, as well as an athletic physique.
It naturally follows that most
Goldendoodle puppies boast higher energy levels than their adult and senior
counterparts. Like children, Goldendoodle puppies tend to experience short
bursts of energy, with long gaps in between for much-needed naps. Some owners
can find it challenging to adjust to the “dual setting” of Goldendoodle puppies,
which tend to either be “on” or “off”, i.e., romping wildly or sound asleep.
However, at around one year of age, the typical Goldendoodle begins to mature.
Although they will retain some of their puppy playfulness as they enter
adolescence, including a love of walks, playing fetch, and spending time in the
company of human companions, at this stage they generally become calmer,
gentler, and easier to handle, becoming more manageable overall.
Dog brain games can be beneficial
for these smart, adaptable, and mentally flexible dogs, testing their potential
and refining their abilities through vigorous training. Just a few minutes per
day with a high-quality dog toy can be sufficient to help a Goldendoodle hone
their cognitive skills.
A smart, friendly hybrid breed,
Goldendoodles are very capable when it comes to following commands and handling
new activities. They tend to have luscious coats that are very thick, lending
the appearance of cuddly, plush toys, attracting a lot of attention on their
daily walks.
Both the Poodle and Golden Retriever
breeds excel at agility training due to their high intelligence and DNA.
Agility training therefore offers a challenging and mentally stimulating
activity for Goldendoodles that can be exciting and fun for dogs and owners
alike.
