The labradoodle is a hybrid of a labrador retriever and a poodle (toy, miniature or standard). In the 1980's poodles and labradors were crossed in an attempt to produce non-shedding hypoallergenic guide dogs. They have become increasingly popular over the last 10 years. The aim of crossbreeding is to minimise the genetic diseases that can be present in purebred dogs. First-cross labradoodles will have the maximum genetic benefits associated with a...