The doodle directory
So many mixes.
One of a kind.
Explore the names, the family trees, and the everyday differences that make each doodle an individual.
More than a name
A shared Poodle connection.
A world of variety.
“Doodle” is a familiar umbrella name for Poodle mixes—not one single breed. Some names end in “poo” instead, but the same family-tree idea applies.
A mix name tells you about ancestry. It cannot promise a particular personality, adult size, coat, or level of shedding. Use this guide to start better conversations about the individual dog.
Find a familiar face—or a new favorite
Meet the doodle family.
Browse 25 names from our guide. Search a mix, an alternative name, or a parent breed. Photos illustrate variety; appearance alone cannot verify ancestry.
Showing all 25 mixes
Poodle + Affenpinscher
Affenpoo
Ask about confidence, handling, and the dog’s daily routine.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Australian Shepherd
Aussiedoodle
Also called an Aussiepoo or Australian Shepherd–Poodle mix. Discuss activity, focus, and outlets for learning.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Bernese Mountain Dog
Bernedoodle
Also called a Bernese Mountain Dog–Poodle mix. Ask about expected adult size, space, and coat care.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Boxer
Boxerdoodle
Ask how the individual dog plays, settles, and responds to new people.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Briard
Bridoodle
Ask about coat maintenance, social experiences, and the dog’s daily activity.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Brittany
Brittnepoo
Discuss exercise, recall practice, and opportunities for sniffing and learning.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Collie
Cadoodle
Ask which Collie parentage is involved and discuss coat and activity needs.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Cairn Terrier
Cairnoodle
Discuss recall, confidence, and safe outlets for exploration.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Cavapoo
Ask about companionship needs, health records, and comfortable handling.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Cocker Spaniel
Cockapoo
Also called a Cocker Spaniel–Poodle mix. Ask about the parent lines and grooming routine.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Golden Retriever
Goldendoodle
Discuss adult size, daily activity, and the coat of the individual dog.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Havanese
Havapoo
Ask about alone-time practice, coat care, and everyday social experiences.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Irish Setter
Irish Doodle
Discuss activity, training plans, and space for comfortable movement.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Labrador Retriever
Labradoodle
Ask about exercise, retrieving games, and the dog’s ability to settle at home.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Lhasa Apso
Lhasapoo
Discuss handling, grooming, and how the dog responds to visitors.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Maltese
Maltipoo
Ask about adult size, gentle handling, and a sustainable grooming routine.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Newfoundland
Newfypoo
Plan around the individual dog’s adult size, transport, home space, and grooming.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Pomeranian
Pomapoo
Discuss size, confidence, vocal behavior, and safe interactions with larger dogs.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Bichon Frisé
Poochon
Also called a Bichonpoo. Ask about coat maintenance and companionship needs.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Great Pyrenees
Pyredoodle
Discuss the dog’s response to visitors, boundaries, and the space available at home.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Schnauzer
Schnoodle
Both parent breeds come in different sizes. Ask which varieties are in the family tree.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Old English Sheepdog
Sheepadoodle
Discuss grooming time, daily activity, and handling as the dog grows.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Shih Tzu
Shihpoo
Also written Shih-poo. Ask about daily care, handling, and companionship.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier
Whoodle
Discuss coat maintenance, enrichment, and your training routine.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
Poodle + Yorkshire Terrier
Yorkiepoo
Also written Yorkipoo. Ask about adult size, confidence, and gentle handling.
Questions to take with you
What is this dog like on an ordinary day? What adult size is expected? What health records are available? What grooming and training support will I need?
No matches yet. Try a shorter name, a parent breed, or select “Show all mixes.”
Common names and spellings can vary. These are parentage descriptions and conversation starters, not guarantees about behavior or care.
Decode the letters
F1, F1B, F2…
What do they mean?
Generation labels describe a breeding history. Ask for the actual family tree rather than treating a label as a quality rating.
| Label | Usual meaning | What to ask |
|---|---|---|
| F1 | First-generation Poodle × another parent breed. | What are the parents’ sizes, coats, and temperaments? |
| F1B | An F1 crossed back to one of the original breeds—often a Poodle. | Which breed was used for the backcross? |
| F2 | Commonly two F1 dogs of the same mix bred together. | What variation is expected in this litter? |
| Multigen | Later generations of doodle breeding; usage varies by program. | What do records and testing show beyond the label? |
No generation label guarantees a particular coat or personality. Read GANA’s explanation of Goldendoodle generations ↗
Size is a practical decision
Think beyond “mini”
and “standard.”
Size labels are not a universal measuring system across every doodle mix. Ask for expected adult height and weight, the parents’ measurements, and how much uncertainty remains.
Room to move
Consider stairs, sleeping space, gates, and the dog’s ability to move comfortably through your home.
A comfortable fit
Plan for safe transport and equipment that fits the dog’s body—not just its mix name.
Everyday costs
Think about food, professional grooming, training, equipment, and ongoing care.
Your daily routine
Consider who will walk, groom, transport, and care for the dog as both of your needs change.
The coat conversation
Straight, wavy, curly.
All deserve a care plan.
Straight or open
A less curly look can still need regular brushing and coat checks. Ask what changes to expect as a puppy matures.
Wavy
A soft, tousled appearance does not tell you how easy the coat will be to maintain. Build a routine around the dog’s actual texture and length.
Curly
Plan time for careful coat maintenance. Ask a groomer to demonstrate how to brush and comb your dog comfortably.
Less visible shedding does not mean allergy-free.
No dog is completely hypoallergenic. Coat appearance and generation labels cannot guarantee that a person will tolerate a dog. If allergies matter in your home, speak with an allergist before choosing.
Choose for the life you actually live
The best match starts
with better questions.
Energy and downtime
What does a normal day look like for this dog? Ask about walks, play, training, rest, and behavior when plans change.
People and other animals
Ask about observed behavior around children, visitors, and other pets. Plan introductions and supervision around the individuals involved.
Health and transparency
Ask for available veterinary records and parent health-screening results. Have a veterinarian explain which checks matter for the ancestry involved; a mix is not a health guarantee.
Time and support
Who handles grooming, training, and companionship during workdays? Plan your support before you fall in love with a photo.
A little more clarity
Your doodle questions, answered.
How many types of doodles are there?
There is no single fixed count for this broad collection of Poodle mixes and informal names. This directory covers 25 distinct mixes mentioned in our guide; it is not an exhaustive registry.
Are an Aussiepoo and an Aussiedoodle different?
These names commonly describe the same Australian Shepherd–Poodle mix. You may see alternative spellings for other mixes too. Ask about the actual parentage.
Are “mini,” “medium,” and “standard” exact sizes?
Not across all doodle mixes. Ask for actual measurements and realistic adult estimates. Puppy size, a label, or a photograph alone cannot promise a precise adult weight.
What are furnishings?
The term describes the longer facial hair that gives many doodles their beard and eyebrows. This is separate from whether a coat looks curly, wavy, or straight.
Do color patterns tell me what a dog will be like?
Color is not a personality assessment. You may hear terms such as cream, apricot, red, black, chocolate, parti, phantom, tri-color, or merle. Ask about ancestry and relevant health testing, and put welfare ahead of a preferred pattern.
Does every doodle need the same amount of exercise?
No single schedule suits every age, body, and individual. Discuss activity with your veterinarian and build a balanced routine of movement, training, enrichment, and rest.
Is one mix automatically best for families?
No name guarantees a good household match. Ask about the dog’s observed behavior, needs, history, and comfort around your family’s routines.
Should I choose by generation or by the individual dog?
Use the generation as background information. Give more weight to documented ancestry, available health records, observed behavior, and the care you can realistically provide.
All About the Doodle · Amazon shopping guide
Everyday gear. Thoughtfully chosen.
Whatever the mix, choose supplies around the dog in front of you. Measure carefully and compare materials, care instructions, and fit.
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Crates with dividers
Allow room to stand, turn, and lie comfortably.
Pet gates
Measure the opening and choose secure hardware.
Washable dog beds
Check sleeping dimensions and cover-care instructions.
Washable pet blankets
A washable layer for a favorite resting spot.
Stainless-steel bowls
Compare capacity, stability, and ease of cleaning.
Adjustable walking harnesses
Measure chest and neck and check the maker’s size chart.
Everyday walking leashes
Compare fixed-length leads with comfortable handles.
Personalized ID tags
Keep your contact details readable and up to date.
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Keep exploring
Good information.
Thoughtful choices.
GANA — Understanding generations ↗AAAAI — The truth about pet allergies ↗PetMD — An introduction to familiar doodle mixes ↗