Goldendoodle Generations

First Generation Backcross Goldendoodles - F1b A backcross pup is the result of a hybrid bred back to one of its breeds of origin.  From a genetic standpoint a backcross pup is a first generation cross.  As breeders are breeding towards nonshedding and allergy friendliness, a backcross Goldendoodle is generally the product of a Goldendoodle bred to a Poodle.  The resulting dog is, on average, 1/4 Golden Retriever and 3/4 Poodle. Coat Maintenance:  moderate to high care Coat Description: Coat continues to grow in length although similar in appearance to a first generation Goldendoodle.  Coats are wavy or curly. Shedding:  very light to nonshed (see the stats in the Dood Database) Allergy Friendliness:  recommended for families with moderate to severe allergies. Second Generation Backcross Goldendoodles  -  F2b A second generation backcross pup (F2B)  is the result of a Goldendoodle (F1)  bred to a Goldendoodle backcross (F1b).  Although three generations in the making, F2Bs are technically  second generation dogs.   1st generation pup - Golden Retriever x Poodle  - F1 1st generation pup - Goldendoodle x Poodle  - F1b 2nd generation pup - Goldendoodle backcross x Goldendoodle - F2B Coat Maintenance:  moderate to high care Coat Description: Coat continues to grow in length although similar in appearance to a first generation Goldendoodle.  Coats are wavy or curly. Shedding:  mostly nonshed Allergy Friendliness:  recommended for families with moderate to severe allergies ​