When two different breeds of purebred dogs are mated, their offspring are called hybrids or “designer dogs." Most often breeds are mated with poodles in order to produce dogs that do not shed, or shed very little. This is welcomed by people with allergies or those who do not want to deal with dog hair on everything they own. A hybrid is different from a mixed breed in that it is planned and b...

What is a Goldendoodle? It is a cross between a purebred Golden Retriever and a purebred Standard Poodle. Goldendoodles are referred to as hybrids. Neither the United Kennel Club nor the American Kennel Club recognizes the Goldendoodle as a purebred dog. The breed is relatively new, starting within the last 20 years. They are bred in the U.S. as well as the U.K. This breed is growing steadily...

Originating in France, the Poodle was initially used as a water retriever in Germany due to the breed's intelligence, devotion and obedience. This type of job created their well known hair cut, as it helped this breed of dog to move through the water more efficiently. Existing patches of hair left after the cut help to protect the dogs' vital organs and joints from cold temperatures. Loving to do ...

The Goldendoodle is not a recognized AKC breed. It is a mixture of a golden retriever and a pure bred poodle. They weight in between 25 to 75 pounds and range in height from 15 to 26 inches. They come in an array of colors like red, cream and gold. The Goldendoodle is part of a family unit. They are not tracking dogs but enjoy outdoor games and exercise. The Goldendoodle has a substantial coat...

If you think logically you would realize there is no such thing as a totally non-shedding dog. Just as humans shed, a dog sheds some hair occasionally.  There is nothing worse than going into work wearing your dog. Luckily, there are dog breeds that shed very little.One is a cute pup called an Affenpinscher. When looking at this dog you see long hair and automatically assume th...

If you're in search of an intelligent, playful dog then a standard poodle is the perfect answer. Besides their beauty and class, they stand tall at over 15 inches and are considered one of the most popular breeds in the U.S. It's not hard to imagine why. They seem to have a psychic ability to know your every mood. They want to constantly please you, and you will find they treat all family members ...