The Doodle Dilemma: What Breed Is That Dog Anyway?
Photograph by Jonno Rattman of Janet Marlow and Cody
Welcome back to We’re All Ears, where we explore sound, science, and the wellness of the animals we love. I’m Janet Marlow, founder of Pet Acoustics.
Today, we’re diving into the fascinating world of doodles — those curly-coated, lovable dogs that have taken the pet world by storm. But here’s the question: when you meet one on the street, do you really know what you’re looking at?
Welcome back to We’re All Ears, where we explore sound, science, and the wellness of the animals we love. I’m Janet Marlow, founder of Pet Acoustics.
Today, we’re diving into the fascinating world of doodles — those curly-coated, lovable dogs that have taken the pet world by storm. But here’s the question: when you meet one on the street, do you really know what you’re looking at?
Picture this: you’re out for a walk and see a fluffy, happy pup bounding along. Someone says, “Oh, this is Bella — she’s a doodle.”
But what does that mean? Is she a Labradoodle? A Goldendoodle? A Bernedoodle? Maybe even a Sheepadoodle? The truth is, “doodle” has become a catch-all for a wide variety of poodle crosses. From the standard to the mini, the genetics can mix into a rainbow of sizes, coats, and personalities. That’s why when you meet a doodle on the street, it’s nearly impossible to guess its lineage.
But what does that mean? Is she a Labradoodle? A Goldendoodle? A Bernedoodle? Maybe even a Sheepadoodle? The truth is, “doodle” has become a catch-all for a wide variety of poodle crosses. From the standard to the mini, the genetics can mix into a rainbow of sizes, coats, and personalities. That’s why when you meet a doodle on the street, it’s nearly impossible to guess its lineage.
