F1,F1B or ????

[Russ and Judy Wallace]

we are new to the goldendoodle. We have a 3 month old F1 and plan on breeding her after two years. Our concern  is, do we mix with a F1B or what. We want a darker coat and as little shedding as possible, and prefer not to have a curly coat.

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

Usually, when you buy a breeding dog, the breeder who sold you the dog works with you and mentors you. Very few of us here are breeders, and in fact the DK Guidelines state that discussions about breeding issues should be confined to the breeder's groups. 

It seems a little early to be worrying about what type of goldendoodle you are going to breed her to. you have two years. First, she needs to pass all of her genetic testing. 

Did you purchase breeding rights to your dog? If so, her breeder will guide you. If not, I would strongly urge you to reconsider breeding her.

Here is a good article on what most of us here look for when choosing to buy a doodle puppy from a breeder:

 http://www.doodlekisses.com/notes/What_To_Look_for_In_a_Breeder

[Russ and Judy Wallace]

Thanks