Double Doodle Anyone - Help with Coat??

[Elizabeth B]

We were looking for a Goldendoodle to join our family. I found something called a Double Doodle. I posted two pictures of the F2 North American Retriever puppy we are considering to adopt (one is my profile picture). The whole coat thing is really confusing me and I realize it's a mystery but if anyone has a clue has to what this one may look like  - let me know!
I obviously wanted the low to non shedding (which is unpredictable as I have read). In pictures I tend to like the wavy fluffy coats (not the tight poodle curls, but not the smooth retriever coat).  I see some wiry pieces sticking out, and some curl underneath, she shed barely (maybe two hairs when I held her for a long time). Have the mix of all three breeds  - really makes it unpredicable but any thoughts from you experts out there would be appreciated!! She is adorable regardless!!

[Jen and Annie]

My little lady is an F1 labradoodle, and I can tell you that she will likely be a shedder when she's an adult... I have pictures of her progression so far on my profile. She is shedding now at 5 1/2 months, but still nothing like a "normal" dog. Mostly i find her tumbleweeds and we brush her 1-2 times a week. As a young puppy she did not shed at all.....
The pup in your picture looks to me to have a hair type coat like my girl, and my understanding is that the hair coats shed more than the poodly or fleece coats, but still less shedding than a lab. If she has a great personality and clicks with you, you should snap her up!

[Maryann,Roo and Tigger]

There are doodles that have both a very wavy coat and are light to non shedding.  Typically though the curlier coat is the least shedding and the wavy coat sheds some to a lot.  The curlier coat is harder to groom, the wavier coat easier, so it's a trade off.

 

I agree that it is very hard to tell from the puppy coat what the adult coat will be like.  A good breeder will be able to make a good guess based mostly on previous breedings, but nothing is "for sure". 

 

This double doodle or American retriever sure looks cute, thought. 

[Elizabeth B]

Yes, it's hard because this little girl has a sweet sweet personality, but we want low to non shedding but I guess it's a guess :)

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

Elizabeth, this is not regarding your question, but I have to mention that the breeder you are considering purchasing this puppy from has no mention at all of any genetic health testing on her breeding dogs, and this may be the reason that her prices are about half of what you would pay for a puppy from most reputable breeders who do health testing. Please ask about genetic testing on the parents of any puppy you consider buying. If you have not already read What to Look for in a Breeder, please do; it's the most important info you can have before you choose any puppy from any breeder.  

[J and Riley (and Luna)]

I can second that - we purchased our puppy before we found out about the great information on DK and the things that a "reputable" breeder does.   I think the genetic testing is even more important for "standard" sized doodles because of the increased risk of joint problems.

It's possible to get "lucky" and have a healthy dog, but looking back I would rather have the peace of mind of the genetic testing.

Also - if you want to see one of the extremes of the "randomness" of coat types, take a look at the pictures of our dog, Luna.  She looks like a golden retriever in the body size of a moyen poodle.

[Elizabeth B]

True - thanks for the tip, that makes a lot of sense. I will check out that Breeder page.

[Dee & Chloe]

Chloe is a double doodle and her  coat is curly. The breeder told me  she would be non shed and she doesn't shed at all. I have photos of her on my  page from the age of one month until recently.  I have severe allergies and asthma so it was important that I get a non shed dog. Her hair is also very fine and soft. Good luck in your search for your new pup!