What is the Difference Between an F1, F1B, F2/F1BB, Multi Gen Labradoodle?
F1 Generation
An F1 Labradoodle is simply a cross between a Poodle and a Labrador. The result is a 50/50 mix of Labrador & Poodle. These dogs are NOT considered non-shedding or hypoallergenic. Roughly 15% will have a fleece coat & be less shedding than a wavy/wirey coat F1 Labradoodle. F1's can have a high energy level & can be very athletic dogs, much like a purebred Labrador.
Multi Gen
Multi Gen Labradoodles is the mating of two F2/F1BB Labradoodles. Technically, this will still give you an F2/F1BB because you are simply mating two of the same generation together, however, the coat of these dogs may be a thicker, dense wavy coat. These dogs will typically have a medium/low medium energy level.
F1B Generation
An F1b Labradoodle is a poodle bred back to an F1 Labradoodle. The result is a 75% Poodle and a 25% Labrador. These dogs may or MAY NOT shed. The curlier F1b dogs will NOT shed- as they acquire more of the poodles curly coat. F1b doodles can also have a wavy coat, like an F1. These dogs are generally hypoallergenic. F1b's are medium energy level.
F2/F1BB Generation
An F2/F1BB Labradoodle is an F1b Labradoodle bred back to a poodle. The result is an 85% poodle and 15% Labrador. These dogs are non-shedding, and hypoallergenic. They will have a curly coat or a thicker wavy coat. They are medium/medium low energy level.
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Not All Doodles Are the Same
Purchasing a Labradoodle should be based on a few different criteria- If the person purchasing the dog has allergies, this needs to be a priority, as different types of doodles, i.e. F1, F1b, F2 all will have different coat and dander characteristics. Generally, its the dander of a dogs coat that causes allergies, not the fur or hair itself.
If allergies ARE NOT an issue, one can base which style of Doodle to purchase based on physical attributes, as well as physical performance. An F1 will generally be more athletic than an F1b or F2, as it has more Labrador mixed with it, however, all 3 generations- F1, F1b and F2 are active, sporting dogs which require a fair amount of exercise. My Labradooodles are cross bred with a poodle and an American Field Labrador. American Field Labradors are the hunting version of Labrador- taller, leaner, more muscular and much more energetic than their English Labrador counterpart.