Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle Comparison – Which dog is better Irish Doodle or Curly Retriever?

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Name	Irish Doodle	Goldendoodle
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Irish Doodle and Goldendoodle. What other names are these breeds known by?	No data available	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between an Irish Doodle and a Goldendoodle. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large Medium	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between an Irish Doodle and a Goldendoodle. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Doodle or Goldendoodle? Is an Irish Doodle taller than a Goldendoodle?	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)

Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between an Irish Doodle and a Goldendoodle. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Doodle or Goldendoodle?	Very frequent: The Irish Doodle is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Outstanding: Irish Doodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare training requirements.	Irish Doodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare alertness levels.	Irish Doodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare territorial behaviors.	Irish Doodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of an Irish Doodle and a Goldendoodle. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Playful Independent Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate Lively Trainable Companionable Faithful Instinctual	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle?	High: Irish Doodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle social needs comparison:	Irish Doodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle?	The wanderlust potential of the Irish Doodle is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle? Which can be better for hunting?	Irish Doodle dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Irish Doodle barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare play drive and energy.	The Irish Doodle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare living space needs.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Irish Doodle indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare adaptability levels.	Irish Doodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Irish Doodle or Goldendoodle?	Irish Doodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Irish Doodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Irish Doodle dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Doodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Irish Doodle: 13 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare climate tolerances.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between an Irish Doodle and a Goldendoodle. Which breed is healthier?	The Irish Doodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle?	Average The Irish Doodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare activity levels.	Irish Doodle dogs are high-energy dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Doodle or Goldendoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Irish Doodle dogs need a lot of exercises.	Goldendoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Doodle or Goldendoodle?	Irish Doodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Goldendoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Irish Doodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare daily food needs.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Irish Doodle and Goldendoodle? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Mahogany Apricot	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare maintenance needs.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare drooling amounts.	The Irish Doodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Irish Doodle has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between an Irish Doodle and a Goldendoodle? Compare fur types.	Fine Curly	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Irish Doodle or Goldendoodle? Do Irish Doodle dogs shed more than Goldendoodle dogs?	Irish Doodle dogs are low shedders. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare kid-friendliness.	Irish Doodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Irish Doodle dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Goldendoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Doodle or Goldendoodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Irish Doodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Doodle or Goldendoodle?	Irish Doodle dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Doodle or Goldendoodle? Can an Irish Doodle and a Goldendoodle be friends? Do Irish Doodle dogs get along with Goldendoodle dogs?	Irish Doodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle?	Yes Irish Doodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Goldendoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Irish Doodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Goldendoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Irish Doodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Goldendoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare service capabilities.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Irish Doodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Goldendoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: an Irish Doodle or a Goldendoodle? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Irish Doodle and Goldendoodle. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Irish Doodle and Goldendoodle. Which has larger litters?	7-10 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Irish Doodle and Goldendoodle breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Irish Doodle and Goldendoodle. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Irish Doodle vs Goldendoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Irish Doodle and Goldendoodle. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Irish Doodle and Goldendoodle. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Irish Doodle and Goldendoodle. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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