Do Labradoodles Shed?

Are you planning on becoming a Labradoodle owner?

Then it’s a good idea to know how much your Labradoodle will shed, what you should expect, and how you can keep their lovely coats in check so your home doesn’t get absolutely covered in fur!

All this and more will be outlined below, as well as whether Labradoodles really are hypoallergenic dogs that are a suitable match for people with allergies. Read on!

How Much Do Labradoodles Shed?

Labradoodles have a low-shedding coat when compared to other dogs.

You can expect your Labradoodle’s coat to shed daily, but in almost unnoticeable amounts, meaning that dog owners only need to vacuum or sweep about once a week.

Do Labradoodles Shed More During Certain Seasons?

Labradoodles aren’t seasonal shedders, so you can expect your pup to shed about the same amount of dog hair all year round.

Some situations will make your Labradoodle shed more, like high stress, skin infections, fleas and parasites.

Do Labradoodles Shed More as Puppies?

If you’re a new Labradoodle puppy owner, you probably won’t notice your puppy shedding until they are around one year old.

These dogs start transitioning into their adult coat as early as six months, and it typically takes up to 12 months of age until they have completely lost their soft baby coat.

The majority of dog breeds with fur are shed often. But the situation with Labradoodles is different. Because of the gene pool Labradoodles come from, they could adopt heavy shedding from a labrador or lower shedding from a poodle. This makes it difficult to say how much they will shed as they grow. They might shed a lot, or their puppy hair might get strapped under their new coat causing mats or knots to form.
 

What Type of Hair Do Labradoodles Have?

Labradoodles are typically single-coated dogs (no undercoat), and they come in a variety of beautiful coat types, including:

• Straight coat
• Wavy coat
• Curly coat

The dog’s coat will depend on whether they are an F1 or an F1-B Labradoodle.

Depending on their generation and lineage, the Labradoodle could shed less, which means they also require minimal grooming. This makes them a great match for people with allergies.
 

Labradoodle Shedding Tips: How To Minimise

Wondering how you can minimise the amount your Labradoodle sheds?

Even though these furry friends are already considered low-shedders, there’s no harm in finding out how you can ensure your pup sheds as little as possible. Learning how to minimise shedding will also help you keep your house cleaner and avoid any allergies that might arise.

Here are some easy tips!

Bathing

Labradoodles are among dog breeds with naturally sensitive skin. Opt for a sensitive shampoo to keep their skin healthy and prevent Labradoodle shedding. Bathing them every 4-6 weeks should be sufficient.

Brushing

Like all dogs, Labradoodles need regular brushing. Luckily, they don’t need daily brushing like their Labrador Retriever parent – just 20 minutes of weekly brushing will do. However, this depends on your labradoodle coat. If they do happen to have a similar coat to a labrador, then a daily brush will save you tons of time cleaning up after all the hair they shed.

Diet

Your Labradoodle’s diet is essential in ensuring their skin and coat stay healthy.

Feeding your canine companion high-quality dog food is one way to ensure they are always fit and healthy.

Choose a formula high in omega-3 and six fatty acids, which support healthy skin and hair while reducing shedding over time.
 

Are Labradoodles Hypoallergenic?

Before we go further, we need to clarify that 100% hypoallergenic dogs don’t exist. Those who are allergic to dogs are actually reacting to the dog’s dander, which is dead skin – not the dog’s hair.

Labradoodles are said to have a hypoallergenic coat as they tend to be more suitable for those who suffer from allergies than other dog breeds, but this depends on which dog breed it shares more ancestry with.

For example, Poodles are known as one of the most hypoallergenic dog breeds, so if your Labradoodle has a large amount of Poodle genes, it will be regarded as a hypoallergenic dog.

However, it’s important to be aware that Labrador Retrievers are not hypoallergenic dogs in the slightest. So if your pooch is more like a Lab than Poodle, you may have some trouble if you commonly suffer from allergies.
 

Final Thoughts on Labradoodle Shedding

While Labradoodles do shed, they tend to shed considerably less than other dog breeds, which means dog owners can benefit from less grooming, less vacuuming and fewer allergies!

If you take good care of your pup and its beautiful coat, you’ll have a healthy and happy furry friend for years!