Beard-less Goldendoodle Owner Needs Encouragement!!!!

[Bev loves Mac and Lucy]

Here is a picture of my baby "Lucy". The first one is at 12 weeks.

I was told that she was a F1 (Dad a white standard poodle/ Mom a golden). Because of her chalk color, I have determined that she is not a full golden (as I was beginning to suspect). However... wondering if she is a goldendoodle + poodle mix which would make her 75% golden and 25% poodle... hence the flat, smooth coat and beardless face. Perhaps the poodle that was bred with the golden didn't produce puppies, but another goldendoodle (without the breeders knowledge) on the property was the actual father. There were 12 puppies in the litter and all of them look like Lucy... no beard...smooth coat.
I have read (and would agree) that a 50-50 mix would never produce a beardless face. I have a labradoodle and totally understand that there is no way to predict how curly the puppy will be, understand all the coat changes & understand that there are simply differences in coats.
I am having a huge struggle right now: Lucy does not seem to be who she was represented to be. Every time I look at her I think about how she isn't what I had wanted for over a year. On the other hand... I love her. BUT... because I *do* love her, I want her to be in the best possible place with someone who will look at her and not think any negative thoughts! My window of time on this is short as my labradoodle loves her, I love her, etc. She is precious, but looks like a golden not a goldendoodle.
Someone with knowledge please give me advice. Is there a chance for her to become more fluffy... particularly in the face. Also, please don't judge me for thinking about giving her to someone else. I am a loyal and loving dog-mother. This is why my heart is breaking over this issue. I need encouragement, not judgment here... help!

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

She could shed even if she is a doodle, and even if she looked very doodly.

[Lesley, Wellington & Bingley]

Yes but nothing like how much a Goldie sheds!!!!! Cuddle a Goldie and you end up wearing it.... I just meant that if you take on a pup that look very Goldie - be prepared for it to shed like a Goldie .

[Bridget B]

Have you considered DNA testing? Seems like that would help clear up her lineage, even if it can't predict how doodly she'll look in the future.

[Bev loves Mac and Lucy]

that's a good idea...but I am not at the DNA testing level...haha

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

The thing is, even if a DNA test shows the puppy to be an F1, it sounds like you will still be unhappy with your dog's appearance if she never becomes fluffy and "doodley" looking. I don't think her actual breed make-up is the issue.
It sounds like you are wanting reassurance that she will eventually look the way you wanted, and that if she doesn't you would prefer not to keep her. As you said, "Every time I look at her I think about how she isn't what I had wanted for over a year".
I do think it might be best for all concerned if she was rehomed. I agree with your statement that she deserves a home where
" someone who will look at her and not think any negative thoughts".

[Bev loves Mac and Lucy]

I just can't send her back. I have decided to love her just the way she is. She is an awesome dog and when the entire story is written... the end will be happy!

[Sarah and Joplin]

This story just makes me sad. :(

[Joyce & Wilson]

Me too.... : (

[Joanne ~ Spud*]

Me three..............

[Katz]

You have my support. Not my judgement. When we get a new member to our family we know it is for a long time...prayerfully! We just lost a maltese that we had for 13 yrs and her illness and death was very sudden. I know many that say they will not do it again, it hurts too much. Yet I would not exchange the joy and love of the 'good years'. We thought we would get a golden doodle this time around. Hoping that we would miss the golden 'cancer' that we loss two goldens to previously. We have a beautiiful, sweet, loving 5yr old red golden right now, Audie, who we love dearly (said I would never have another because of the cancer but one look at her face and we were in love). After looking at so much on golden doodles and how much they cost we are waiting, the money just isn't there right now...still paying off last vet bill.
I am sure someone will have info to share with you based on their experience. You are the one who has to make the final decesion and don't let your guilt or anyone elses's play into it. I do not know where you are located but we are in WA state, outside of Olympia. If you decide this is not the puppy for you, we would give it a wonderful home if that would help you and her. One way or the other it is a long term commitment and it has to be right for 'both' of you and your labradoodle also...it is a hard decesion...you will make the right one! Best Wishes, Katz

[Bev loves Mac and Lucy]

Thank you for your sweet encouragement. I am sorry about the sadness you have had with your other dogs. I just can't "do it'. I just can't give her back. I am determined to love her just the way she is!
Thanks,
Bev

[Allyson, Peri & Taquito]

I think that is a good move. Your other doodle has probably already fallen in love also. And you may get a happy surprise - she may turn out very doodly!