The first Goldendoodle was bred sometime in the late 1960s, but their popularity didn't take off until the 1990s when North American and Australian breeders began crossing Poodles with Golden Retrievers. The result was an adorable hybrid with a medium length coat and high levels of lovability. But despite their shaggy good looks, the coat of the Goldendoodle isn't difficult to maintain, with minimal shedding and only weekly brushing required.
Most don't know that the Poodle can be somewhat of a clown in the dog world, and the Goldendoodle can take on this trait as well. Because of their ease in training and their high levels of intelligence, Goldendoodles have seen action as agility dogs, therapy dogs, and as search and rescue dogs. They have also seen rising popularity as family pets due to their friendly disposition and patience when meeting children or strangers.