Labradoodle variations are distinguished by their genetic comprise and therefore assorted traits, such as their temperament, coat type and physical conformation. Various breeds and Labrador Retriever to include the Irish Water Spaniel, Curly Coat Retreiver, and American or English Cocker Spaniel. These breeds have been carefully selected and limitedly infused into Australian Multigenerational Labradoodle bloodline originated in Australia in the breeding programs of Tegan Park and Rutland Manor.

There is incredible diversity in coat possibilities from chalk-white to indulgent cream, gold, apricot, beautiful reds, chocolate, cafe`, striking black and everything in between. It is important to note that slight variations in color will occur and a pup may not retain his original puppy color. At times, a puppy’s coat will lighten with age but, may to everyone’s surprise even darken. Unfortunately, there isn’t an exact science as to what exact color your puppy will eventually become. Coat color will range in shade and intensity. Coat types can be categorized into three key types: wool, fleece and hair.

This is the coat that most people associate with a Labradoodle. The feel should be silky and soft. It can range from being almost straight, (straight/open fleece) or with just a few waves in it (wavy fleece). Regardless of the wave or curl this coat must be groomed in order to be mat free. Most often this coat is non-shedding, however, it is typical to find the occasional “dust bunny” around the house. This coat is frequently acceptable for people with allergies. The Fleece coat is what we breed for and produce at Mount Harmony Labradoodles.

This is very dense and curly like a poodle. A wool coat typically has more cotton-like feel. It can be kept long but requires more grooming in this style. If it is kept short this coat is easy to maintain and usually non-shedding and allergy friendly.

This coat is usually seen in early generation dogs. Tends to be straighter or slightly wavy and texture can be coarse to the feel. This coat may have that doggy odor and varying degrees of shedding. Typically this is lower maintenance coat.