When Do Goldendoodles Stop Growing?

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Whether you’ve been looking into getting a goldendoodle puppy or already have one, you may be wondering when do goldendoodles stop growing? Their adult weight can range anywhere between 15 and 90 pounds.

This is due to the two standard sizes of Goldendoodles: small and large. It’s important to know whether your Goldendoodle is a small or large standard to gauge when they’ll stop growing. Here’s everything you need to know about Goldendoodles and when they’ll stop growing.

What is a Goldendoodle?

A Goldendoodle is a hybrid designer breed that’s equal parts Golden Retriever and Poodle. They’ve become incredibly popular over the last few decades for their dashing good looks and charming, intelligent, and affectionate natures. These darling breeds possess all the qualities that make Golden Retrievers and Poodles great all in one adorable body!

According to ASPCA Pet Health Insurance, Goldendoodles were first bred in 1969, thanks to a woman by the name of Monica Dicks. Though it wasn’t until the nineties that their popularity began to skyrocket, as other similar poodle hybrids like the Cockapoo and the Labradoodle began to gain popularity. Breeders were initially inspired by the two seemingly polar opposite dogs that seemed to share several similar qualities: intelligence, charm, devotion, and affection. 

Since Goldendoodles are a relatively popular new breed, most soon-to-be owners of this breed will adopt first generation Goldendoodles, meaning that the puppy’s parents will be a Golden Retriever and Poodle, as opposed to two Goldendoodles.

The Goldendoodle Personality

Goldendoodles are wildly intelligent and friendly dogs that are true to their lineage. They’re outgoing, affectionate, and savvy. They blend the best of both worlds. They’re known to get along with everyone and every animal. Though it will vary from breeder to breeder, and socialization remains a key factor in the development of a Goldendoodle’s personality, Goldendoodles are generally considered to be incredibly friendly and social. 

A Goldendoodle is the type of dog that thrives in social situations, whether you’re out to lunch with a friend or taking a day trip to the dog park or beach. A Goldendoodle is sure to charm anyone and everyone they meet! To attain the stellar social nature of the Goldendoodle, it’s important to start socialization young, as with any dog breed. This includes letting your Goldendoodle interact with other dogs and people at a young age. This can be done within the comfort of your own home or out and about. Make sure your Goldendoodle puppy is up to date on essential vaccines before letting them mingle out and about.

Goldendoodle Characteristics & Ideal Home

The Goldendoodle is a wonderful option for families looking to add to an existing family with small children or small animals. The Goldendoodle is an incredibly mellow breed that is fiercely loyal to their family. A Goldendoodle understands the importance of family and therefore is incredibly likely to not just get along with small children and small animals, but love them as their own! They’ve been known to get along with infants, toddlers, small children, cats, and other dogs. 

Goldendoodles are highly active, but don’t require extensive exercise. Your Goldendoodle will be perfectly content with playing a game of fetch in the backyard, going on a walk around the neighborhood, or visiting the dog park. While they love physical activity with their owners, it isn’t a hallmark of their characteristic nature like it is with herding or sporting breeds. The Goldendoodle is just happy to be wherever you are!

Goldendoodles are easy to groom and easy to train. Thanks to their genetic makeup, a monthly trip to the groomers and at-home obedience training is more than enough to keep your Goldendoodle happy and healthy. They are considered allergy-friendly thanks to their Poodle lineage. They make wonderful additions to any home that has dog allergies or doesn’t like the upkeep of breeds that shed.

An ideal home for the Goldendoodle will be one that’s incredibly social and fairly active. A Goldendoodle can thrive in any home environment, whether it’s an apartment or rural area, as long as they have frequent socialization and physical activity, will thrive in any home environment. Goldendoodles adore people and other animals and do better in environments with other dogs, cats, and children! There’s nothing they love more than play time. 

When Does a Goldendoodle Stop Growing?

There are two types of Goldendoodles: small standards and large standards. It’s important to know if your Goldendoodle is a small standard or large standard when trying to gauge how big your Goldendoodle is going to get. Ask your breeder the expected size of your Goldendoodle before bringing them home. If possible, ask to see the parents, since this can help inform what your Goldendoodle may look like long-term.

Generally, small standard Goldendoodles weigh anywhere from 15 to 50 pounds, while large standard Goldendoodles weigh anywhere from 50 to 90 pounds. As a rule of thumb, smaller breed dogs are usually full grown between 6 to 8 months, while larger breeds don’t stop growing until they reach 12 to 18 months. Some Goldendoodles won’t become fully grown until they reach two years. It may take time for your Goldendoodle to fill out completely.

How to Know if a Goldendoodle is Right For You

A Goldendoodle is right for you if you’re family oriented, incredibly social, and love to go on adventures. Goldendoodles are natural social butterflies. If you’re the type of person that loves to take your dog everywhere and show them off, then a Goldendoodle is perfect for you!

They will love nothing more than taking on the world right by your side. Whether you live in a big city or the suburbs, a Goldendoodle will fit in just about anywhere, as long as there’s lots of socialization involved! No matter how big your Goldendoodle gets or when it stops growing, you can rest assured that you’ll have a dog that will make it their life mission to provide you love, loyalty, and fun!