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sheepadoodles
Breed Overview
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A cross between an Old English Sheepdog and a Standard Poodle, the Sheepdadoodle is a smart, charming and great family dogs.
Available sheepadoodle Puppies
Personality & Training
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- Kids
- Other Dogs
- Apartments
- Large Living Spaces
- Seniors
- Watch Dog
- Cold Climates
What sheepadoodle Owners Say About Their sheepadoodles
- Our Sheepdoodle puppy is housebroken already. We absolutely adore him. He is sweet and has a wonderful disposition. He is very friendly around other people and dogs.
- We are so in LOVE with our Sheepdoodle princess! We couldn't imagine our lives without her
- I adore my Sheepdoodle. He is happy and healthy, and he fits right in with my family.
Physical Characteristics
Females: 12 - 25 in
Males: 12 - 27 in
Females: 10 - 70 lbs
Males: 10 - 85 lbs
Brush Weekly, Bathe as Needed, Trim Occasionally
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About sheepadoodles
Adaptable, gentle and just a little clownish, the Sheepadoodle is a super trainable, super lovable crossbreed that combines the best characteristics of two of the most loyal breeds in the world, the Old English Sheepdog, and the Poodle. This affectionate and fun-loving breed is terrific family companion who is as smart as they are beautiful.
Bright and eager-to-please, Sheepadoodles are not just charming, they’re highly trainable, great with children and profoundly loyal to their families. Courageous, gentle, and always hilarious, the Sheepadoodle is a fantastic family dog any way you look at it.
sheepadoodle Health
The sweet-natured Sheepadoodle is a designer breed that combines the bubbly personality of the Old English Sheepdog with the cleverness of the Poodle. The Sheepadoodle has an estimated life expectancy of 12-15 years and is often considered healthier when compared to its purebred parents. However, Sheepadoodles can still inherit similar health issues found in their foundation breeds. Proper care and routine vet exams are essential in providing your Sheepadoodle with a long and happy life.
Potential Health Conditions:
• Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
• Sebaceous Adenitis (SA)
• Bloat, Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV)
• Low blood sugar, Diabetes Mellitus
• Dislocated Kneecap, Patellar Luxation
• Eye Conditions
• Addison's Disease, Hypoadrenocorticism
• Overweight, Obesity
• Cranial Cruciate Ligament Rupture
• Recurring seizures, Idiopathic Epilepsy (IE)
• Congenital Deafness
• Hyperadrenocorticism, Cushing's Disease (HAC)
• Ear infections, Otitis
• Allergies
• Arthritis, Osteoarthritis (OA)
Suggested Screenings
• Eye Exam
• Hip X-rays
• Knee Exam
• Cardiac Exam
• Hearing Test
Routine Care
• Neuter or Spay
• Regular Dental Exams
• Eye Care
• Skin Care
• Weight Management
• Controlled Exercise
• Ear care
sheepadoodle Care
Sheepadoodles are sweet, but also a little head-strong and independent which can sometimes translate into destructive behavior when not regularly exercised. Sheepadoodles do best with active families who have the time to keep them active, exercised and mentally stimulated.
Sheepadoodles are easy to keep groomed, though daily brushing is needed to keep them looking their best