Goldendoodle Coat Types:

Wavy, Shaggy Goldendoodle Coats:

The wavy or shaggy coat is the most common Goldendoodle coat type. It occurs in all Goldendoodle generations, including the F1's, F1b's and mulitgens, and is fairly easy to maintain. It requires brushing at least once or twice a week, with more frequent brushing in high friction areas (like under the collar or around the ears). The wavy/shaggy Goldendoodle coat type CAN be minimal to non-shedding (depending on the generation and weather or not the breeder is doing the proper DNA coat testing on their parent dogs).

Shedding and heavy shedding is common among the F1 and F2 Goldendoodle generations. Note: we do not offer the F1 or the F2 generations. We offer the F1b and the multigen generations, (the most non-shedding generations). So if your looking for a specific coat type and minimal to non shedding coats are important to you, be sure that you choose a breeder (like us) that does the proper DNA coat testing. No breeder, (including us), could ever guarantee that any dog will be 100% non-shedding (even humans shed a few hairs daily).

Curly Goldendoodle Coats:

The second most common Goldendoodle coat type is the curly coat, which is more common among F1b or some mulitgen goldendoodles and because of their poodle lineage. The coat can be anything from a relaxed loose curl to a more curly wool coat. Most do not get as curly as a poodle.

This Goldendoodle coat type requires more frequent brushing, although it can be shaved down to create a maintenance free coat if the owner prefers. The curly Goldendoodle coat type is minimal to non-shedding and hypoallergenic, when the Goldendoodle is an F1b or in a mulitgen,  but to know more the breeder must genetically DNA test their parents.

Examples: Goldendoodles with curly coats.

Flat, Improper Goldendoodle Coats:

The least sought after Goldendoodle coat type is the flat coat, (this is also called or known as having an Improper Coat), it is fairly common in F2 Goldendoodle breeding's. Often referred to as the Golden Retriever type coat, it's easy to maintain and requires minimal brushing. However, this Goldendoodle coat type does not produce the desired "teddybear" look that we strive for and that Goldendoodles are renowned for displaying, nor will it produce a "beard" and facial around the muzzle. This Goldendoodle flat coat or Improper Coat type can produce moderate to high shedding coats and are not recommended for those families with allergies. 

How To Tell The Difference:

It is especially difficult to distinguish Goldendoodle coat types especially at the puppy stage, when all coat types can look fairly similar. A reputable, experienced breeder will be able to tell you the each puppies coat type as well as their propensity to shed. However, the face and muzzle area can provide some indication of what the puppy's coat will look like as an adult. Generally, the more crimps or waves a puppy has in it's face and muzzle hair, the curlier his or her coat will likely be. A puppy with a smooth face with no beard that doesn't have any waves or crimps will probably have a flat or Improper Coat. Always ask your breeder for clarification on puppy coat types to assure you get the coat type and the degree of shedding you want with your puppy.

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