Labradoodle Puppies for Sale
About the Labradoodle
The Labradoodle is a designer cross between a Labrador Retriever and a Poodle, originally bred in the hope of a lower-shedding assistance dog. As a hybrid it has no fixed standard, and outcomes vary dramatically with the size of the Poodle used (Toy, Miniature, or Standard) and the generation, so adult size can range from small to large and coat from straight to tightly curled. It is honest to note that a hypoallergenic or non-shedding coat is never guaranteed, especially in early-generation crosses where a flatter, shedding coat is common. Most Labradoodles are friendly, energetic, trainable family dogs that need real daily exercise and consistent grooming.
Every dog is an individual — genetics, socialization, health, training, and environment matter more than breed averages.
Typical tendencies
Scored against PuppyList’s editorial rubric. Tendencies, not guarantees.
Exercise needsHigher than most
Energy levelHigher than most
TrainabilityHigher than most
Grooming effortHigher than most
SheddingLower than most
BarkingLower than most
Apartment fitTypical
Good with childrenDefining trait
Good with other dogsHigher than most
First-time ownersHigher than most
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Where this breed shines
- Friendly, sociable, and typically great with children and families
- Often lower-shedding when the Poodle coat dominates, though this is never guaranteed
- Intelligent and trainable, reflecting two capable working parent breeds
Things to consider
- As a hybrid, size ranges from small to large and coat from straight to curly, none of it guaranteed
- Early-generation dogs may shed more than expected, so hypoallergenic claims should be treated with caution
- Needs regular exercise and frequent brushing plus professional grooming to prevent matting
History
The Labradoodle is widely credited to Wally Conron of the Royal Guide Dogs Association of Australia, who in the late 1980s crossed a Labrador Retriever with a Poodle to try to produce a lower-shedding guide dog. The cross was later taken up by breeders worldwide, including in the United States. It remains a hybrid without recognition as a standardized breed by major registries.
Temperament
Labradoodles are typically friendly, energetic, and sociable, thriving on interaction and activity with their families. They are usually trainable and playful, though early-generation dogs can be quite exuberant. Temperament varies with the parents and generation.
Questions to ask a Labradoodle breeder
- Do BOTH the Labrador and Poodle parents have OFA or PennHIP hip, OFA elbow, prcd-PRA DNA, and eye clearances?
- Is this litter F1, F1b, or multigenerational, and how does that affect shedding and coat type?
- What size of Poodle was used, and what adult size and coat should I realistically expect?
Health considerations to discuss
Hip and elbow dysplasia. Educational, non-diagnostic. Both parents can pass joint disease; ask for OFA or PennHIP hip and OFA elbow clearances on both parents.
Progressive retinal atrophy (prcd-PRA). Educational, non-diagnostic. Ask for prcd-PRA DNA testing on both parent lines, since the Poodle and Labrador both carry it.
Hereditary eye conditions. Educational, non-diagnostic. Ask for a current CAER/OFA ophthalmologist eye exam on both parents.
Informational only — always consult a veterinarian and ask breeders for documentation. Sources: AKC Labrador Retriever breed overview · AKC Poodle (Standard) breed overview · OFA health testing database — written by PuppyList editorial
Questions worth asking about any Labradoodle litter
- Can I see the puppy and its mother — in person or on a live video call?
- What health checks, vaccinations, and vet visits has this litter had?
- How was the litter raised and socialized?
- What paperwork comes with the puppy (health records, registry papers if applicable)?
- What is your deposit, payment, and pickup/transport process?
Frequently asked questions
How do I buy a Labradoodle puppy on PuppyList?
Browse the Labradoodle listings on this page, open one to see photos, details, and the breeder's information, then contact the breeder directly. PuppyList is a marketplace — you arrange the purchase with the breeder yourself.
How much do Labradoodle puppies cost?
Listed puppies currently range from $0 to $2,900. Each breeder sets their own price, which varies with the puppy's age, lineage, and location.
How can I tell if a Labradoodle breeder is trustworthy?
Contact the breeder, ask for recent photos or a video of the actual puppy, and confirm details before you commit. Never send money before verifying. See our listing guidelines for the full buyer-safety checklist.