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11/02/2022

Know Your Dog: Difference Between F1 and F1B Goldendoodles

What is the major difference between F1 and F1B Goldendoodles, and what do these codes indicate? It’s a common question for people looking to adopt this designer breed. It can be intimidating to choose the right type, so let this article be your guide before you decide!

Introducing the Goldendoodle
The Goldendoodle is a cross-breed with Golden Retriever and Poodle heritage. They are best known for their affectionate and intelligent nature, making them a suitable choice as a family or service dog. They are gentle and playful, craving your attention warm touch always.

By appearance, the Goldendoodle can have curly hair and floppy ears and come in different coat colors such as cream, golden yellow, brown, and more. Depending on the parent, they can be standard-sized or miniature.

When adopting this hybrid, a breeder may introduce several generation types and terms that might baffle you as a first-time dog owner. What is the crucial difference between F1 and F1B Goldendoodles, and what do these mean?

These code-like terms indicate the Goldendoodle generation that influences the dog’s physical traits, temperament, and potential health problems.

Difference between F1 and F1B Goldendoodles
To help you understand these generation types better, we will break down every element of these ‘codes’.

F- Every generation name of doodles begins with F, which means ‘Filial Hybrid’. It indicates that the pup is an offspring of two purebred canines.
Number- the number stands for the dog’s generation. Numeral 1 indicates the first generation; it could also be 2 (second generation), or 3 (third generation), etc.
B- The B found at the end of the code means a backcross. This term refers that the Goldendoodle has been bred back to a purebred Poodle. If the generation name contains two B’s, it indicates that the Goldendoodle underwent backcrossing twice.
What is the F1 Goldendoodle?
What is the F1 Goldendoodle?

F1 represents the Goldendoodle with purebred Golden Retriever and Poodle parents. It is a first-generation hybrid cross that has half or 50% of the genetics of each parent. Although breeders and owners know that dominant personality and physical traits will vary greatly, it is still a popular choice.

What makes the F1 Goldendoodle a top choice is the Hybrid Vigor, a health benefit found in cross-bred dogs. They are known to be healthier than purebred parents since they will only be inheriting genetic issues observed in both parents.

What is the F1B Goldendoodle?
The F1B Goldendoodle is typically 25% Golden Retriever and 75% Poodle. This offspring is procreated by backcrossing an F1 Goldendoodle with a 100% Poodle, although the breeder could also choose a purebred Golden Retriever.

Choosing 100% Poodle as the parent delivers more desirable traits for the pup. The main difference between F1 and F1B Goldendoodles is the hypoallergenic and non-shedding features, making the F1B generation the most popular among all types.

Comparing F1 and F1B Goldendoodles
First-time dog owners often don’t know the specific difference between F1 and F1B Goldendoodles. Here is a comparison of the physical and personality traits of these two generation types.

Temperament
F1 and F1B Goldendoodle dogs are similar in temperament. They are sweet, laidback, and calm in general. They are both friendly and like to hang out with their humans. They are also sociable and are eager to make new friends.

Shedding
The amount of shedding can vary from one pup to another, but F1B Goldendoodles are typically non-shedding, while the F1 Goldendoodles can still shed a little. Since the F1B backcross has 75% Poodle genetics, it inherits the dominant non-shedding quality of the purebred parent.

Based on shedding quality, it’s safe to say that F1B Goldendoodles are more hypoallergenic than F1 Goldendoodles.

Grooming
Goldendoodles need regular grooming regardless of their generation. However, F1B pups require higher care and maintenance compared to F1. Since their hair grows 3-5 inches long and is curly, the F1B’s coat should be brushed and clipped every few weeks.

Weight and Size
Weight and Size

There are no significant differences in F1 and F1B Goldendoodles in terms of size in weight. It is dependent on the size of the parents. For instance, if the parent is a purebred miniature Poodle, the offspring would likely be small-sized as well.

Health
First-generation Goldendoodles, owing to Hybrid Vigor, possess the best health characteristics. F1B pups have less of this vigor trait due to the backcrossing, making them have a higher susceptibility for certain diseases.

What should you choose?
The difference between F1 and F1B Goldendoodles varies greatly for shedding and health traits. However, both generations are excellent family dogs and can make life more enjoyable and brighter.

11/02/2022

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11/02/2022

How Facility Service Goldendoodles Help Crime Victims in the Courtroom

Facility service dogs are a growing role for our four-leg friends. A service dog, along with its instructor, is required to get training to be fit to work for the judicial system and support people in highly demanding court cases, much like its counterparts, service or therapy dogs, but work for specific organizations. Facility service dogs can also help in nursing homes or prison systems.

Goldendoodles in courtrooms
Goldendoodles started to be accepted and recognised for their kindness and patience in courtrooms in the last decade. They are a fairly new breed and considered a “designer breed” because it consists of breeding two purebred dogs, the Poodle and the Golden Retriever. Their intelligence and affection make them perfect to aid in such situations. Their extreme friendliness is often considered the best attribute of the Goldendoodle but it is their patience that is remarkable in the courtroom.

They assist people in difficult cases, in particular victims of crimes and abuse, by giving them the security and confidence they need. It is ideal to have a relaxed service dog in the courtroom that can sit next to the victim and transmit calmness, especially if the victim is confronting their attacker in the same room.

In the last few decades, courts across the United States and the rest of the world have started to recognize the essential advantages of having facility service dogs available to provide support during court cases. During the late 1980s, the project to train facility service dogs started. In the early 2000s, an organization called “Canine Companions for Independence” became the first organization in the U.S to place service dogs in courtrooms for assistance purposes only. It was a mix of Labrador Retriever and it served in a prosecutor’s office in Seattle, Washington. That helped catapult the partnership between service dogs and the court system and in 2015, twenty-six states in America have grown programs where service dogs and judicial systems partner up to help support victims of crimes.

Therapy dog training for juvenile court
Therapy dog training for juvenile court

Stella, a 5-month-old Goldendoodle, specifically trained as a therapy dog, was adopted by Judge Lindsey Holden-Kay in the juvenile magistrate in Bartholomew Circuit Court. Judge Lindsey, expects Stella to start in the courtroom very soon.

Stella was chosen because of her personality traits, for being very relaxed around people and smart, which makes her the perfect prospect.

Although the Bartholomew County Commissioners have yet to accept a therapy dog in the court, their decision will take several months to complete. Stella is currently 5 months old and facility service dogs cannot be certified until they are at least 1 year old.

The fact that Goldendoodles don’t shed too much fur is another added bonus when thinking about bringing a dog to a courtroom.

Pendleton is the owner of Guardian-K9, a dog training centre. The former police officer started the company in 2015 and as Stella’s primary trainer, he says the biggest responsibility is to get her used to a large group of people and become great at socialization. Not only that but get her comfortable with unfamiliar places, smells and sounds.

If Stella gets certified and the county commissioner approves, she will start to be used in juvenile courtrooms straightway.

Judge Lindsey Holden-Kay states that although dogs in courtrooms are seen as new and revolutionary, there are a number of courts around the U.S that already use trained dogs in court.

Some places use only facility service dogs to comfort young victims in criminal cases, but they have also been successfully used with elderly witnesses, by putting them at ease while they testify in court.

Judge Holden-Kay said, “In juvenile court, when you have kiddos that are in court a lot, it can be a very stressful experience, but having that dog mellows out the children a little bit, and helps them relax at a time when they are probably not having their best day.”

Goldendoodles are required to do in court

So what is that Goldendoodles are required to do in court? To silently sit next to the victim in the courtroom. To be pet and cuddled during the trial when hard questions are asked and they go through a lot of stress.

Goldendoodles like Stella for example, are trained to obey and respond to simple commands (like, sit, come, stay) to make sure the dog remains workable in the courtroom.

In Stella’s case, a JDAI (Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative) coordinator have started to attend the training sessions so that she can give the dog commands when the owner, Judge Holden-Kay, is busy with other court works.

Stella will care for the de-escalation of courtroom situations and she’ll specialize in juvenile courtrooms, but the idea is to start using Goldendoodles for other court matters in the near future.

Why Goldendoodles are a breed to consider in courtrooms
Goldendoodles have a calm attitude and are very nurturing. They increase the victim’s morale during hearings and influence their testimony in court. Studies have shown that in difficult courtrooms, especially in cases of violence and other forms of abuse, Goldendoodles have been proven invaluable for those who suffer from stress. The rapid growth of Goldendoodles throughout the world have seen the breed taking over more and more courtrooms and being incorporating into more judicial system. It seems a tendency that will only increase over time. That only demonstrates that the Goldendoodle is a breed to stay because of their unique qualities in performing such jobs.

Use of support dogs abroad
In France, a black Labrador has been working as a facility service dog in courtrooms in Occitanie is the star in a book, written by the prosecutor who first brought the dog to court.Lol, the name of the dog, has been working since 2019 and is considered a success and the first and only case in Europe.

The next step is for these skilful service animals to open facility service dog programs with government backing and funding. Today, politicians in France are working to push a bill through parliament to create formal judicial recognition for the benefits of these service animals. The outcome of this bill will lead to dedicated funding of service dog training and help court systems across France obtain access to facilities service dogs.

11/02/2022

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Goldendoodle F1B

11/02/2022

Service Goldendoodles Myths: 6 More Common Service Dog Misconceptions

Service Goldendoodles are constant companions. They are loyal and offer invaluable assistance to people with mental and physical challenges.

Unfortunately, when it comes to service Goldendoodles, there is a lot of myth. Society is overloaded with wrong impressions about them.

But we are going to debunk the most common misconceptions about service Goldendoodles. So, without wasting much time, let’s dive in.

Services Goldendoodles are Registered and Certified
Often people believe that service dogs must be certified and registered. However, there is no legal requirement in the United States stating that a service dog must be registered and certified. People have started believing in this mainly because there are some scam sites that claim to offer such certifications. However, it is not legitimate.

According to the ADA, the service Goldendoodles doesn’t need to have a certification or wear any paraphernalia that will identify it as a service dog.

The sites that are claiming their dogs are certified. In fact, they claim that certification and registration are crucial. But you should be careful as they are nothing more than a scam.

Service Dogs can Only be Shepherds and Retrievers and Not Goldendoodles
Another common myth around for several years is that there are only specific breeds that can be service dogs. However, it is understandable. For several years, most of the organization-graduated working dogs have been German Shepherds, Golden Retrievers, or Labrador Retrievers. It’s true not just for Assistance and Service Dogs but also for other types of working dogs. So, most people are used to seeing Labs, Retrievers, and Shepherds partner with a person for getting a job done.

However, due to their nature Goldendoodles can make incredible therapy or service dogs. They can offer much-needed love to an individual who is suffering from some disabilities. Goldendoodle can offer a range of services. The sheer desire of these dogs to please its owner makes them ideal service dogs. In fact, there are many programs that purposefully use Goldendoodle.

11/02/2022

What Traits Can Qualify Or Disqualify A Goldendoodles From Becoming A Service Dog?

service dog is a dog that has been trained to perform tasks for an individual with a disability. There are many traits that disqualify dogs from becoming service dogs, and the same holds true for those qualities that qualify dogs as service animals.

With that in mind, one might ask: Can a Goldendoodle serve as a service dog?

The confusion around what a Goldendoodle dog really is has made it difficult for most individuals to ensure that the dogs they adopt into their homes are able to do the task of a service dog. It’s a confusing topic, and there are a lot of misconceptions out there.

This makes it hard for a lot of dog owners to enforce their own policies about Goldendoodle dogs without being accused of discriminating against someone who may have a disability.

Have you been confused by the debate regarding what qualifies a Goldendoodle as a service dog? Are you unsure how to tell if someone’s dog is truly a service animal? In this article, we break down the criteria that determine whether or not your Goldendoodle should be allowed into public places with you.

Traits that can qualify a Goldendoodle as a service dog
1. Smart
A Goldendoodle dog must be smart enough to learn lots of commands and then know what they mean. A service dog has to know if you want him to go get your phone or get a glass of water.

It has to know if you want it to go outside and go potty or if you want it to stay with you and block the door so that no one can come in.

So we want a service dog that is smart and can learn commands. The reason we want a Goldendoodle dog to be smart is so that it can learn things quickly and remember them in the future. And we need it to be able to do the tasks that we ask it to do.

2. Patient
Patient

A Goldendoodle must have patience with its owner because its owner can be a little hard to deal with.

For example, if you have a bad day at work, when you get home you might want to take a nap or go in your room and not want to face anyone.

But a service dog has to be happy and excited even though he’s been sitting in the car all day.

Let’s say you have a Goldendoodle named Jack. He is very nice and well-behaved.

But at the same time, you have to be patient with Jack when you go places.

Sometimes, people might think that he’s a pet dog and want to pet him or feed him treats. But then, they get mad at you because he doesn’t listen to them. After all, he isn’t your pet, and they don’t understand this.

3. Calm
A Goldendoodle must be calm in stressful situations especially in situations where a person without a disability would become anxious.

For example, when there is a fire drill at school, the teacher sends everyone outside with their service dogs. A service dog has to stay by your side and not get scared or nervous when he hears sirens or sees other big dogs.

4. Attentive
A Goldendoodle must be ATTENTIVE to its owner’s needs at all times. He must always be nearby and ready to help.

A service dog must be able to follow his owner’s commands. He must walk calmly on a leash, sit when he is told, lie down when he is told, and stay in the same place until his job is finished.

Traits that can disqualify a Goldendoodle from becoming a service dog
1. Wrong breed
Breeding plays a role in the trainability & temperament of a Goldendoodle.

People sometimes want to train a dog to help them with a disability, but there are certain breeds that have been bred for specific traits and if you use one of those breeds as a service dog it might not be allowed because you’re trying to take advantage of its natural abilities.

Wrong breed

Service dogs help people with disabilities. If Goldendoodles doesn’t have the right temperament, it cannot become a service dog.

2. Untrained habit
Training helps the dog learn to focus on his job.

A Goldendoodle that is not trained to understand the difference between a service dog’s job and his job will be unable to perform as a service dog.

He may think he should help carry things, open doors, or do other tasks that are not part of the job of a service dog. If this happens too often, he will be disqualified from being a service dog.

3. Unable to respect his handler
A service dog must be able to respect his handler.

Here are two things a Goldendoodle is supposed to be able to do for you if he’s going to be a service dog.

One is that he has to be able to walk with you in public without pulling on the leash too much.

The other thing is that he has to be able to not bark when there are other people around.

4. Low level of confidence & independence
Most people think that every Goldendoodle can be a service dog, but it’s not true. To be a service dog, the dog must have a lot of confidence & dependency.

If the dog doesn’t have enough confidence, then he won’t be able to help his owner in situations where he needs help.

The dog needs to exhibit the temperament and emotional control of a service dog to be able to perform as a service dog.

5. Physical health condition
A dog’s physical health is important for service work. Goldendoodles need to be strong and healthy if they are going to help out people.

A service dog must be physically healthy to do its job. If not, he can’t get up or run when he is supposed to. It might not be able to pull a wheelchair or guide a blind person.

If it has injuries, it will hurt while doing the job.

Physical health condition

In summary, a service dog is a dog that has been trained to perform tasks for an individual with a disability. There are many traits that disqualify dogs from becoming service dogs, and the same holds true for those qualities that qualify dogs as service animals.

In this article, we have identified some key characteristics you should pay attention to when selecting your next service dog.

If you’re interested in learning more about how to select a great service animal, please follow our blog or visit our website today!

11/02/2022

Basic Guidelines and Expectations for Air Travel with A Service Dog

If you are someone who needs the assistance of service Goldendoodles, traveling by air might bring in some unexpected challenges. You might be wondering which airlines will allow service dogs onboard or if you would have to get special permission. Well, this article will serve as a complete guide to travel with your service dog.

Thanks to the Americans with Disabilities Act, if the service dog is registered, they are allowed to accompany you legally onto the airplane’s cabin during travel. The U.S. Department of Transportation has issued a massive overhaul of rules that govern service animals on planes. However, even though they are allowed to accompany you, each airline company might have different rules when it comes to flying with a service Goldendoodle.

A few airlines might ask for documentation when you board the flight. So, you should check with the airline before booking the tickets and bring extra documents, just in case. Sure, all airlines might not have the same rules, but there are some rules that apply across the board.

So, here are the basic guidelines to travel with a service dog.

Size of the Service Goldendoodle Flying with You
Some service dogs can be large. The good thing is there is no categorical weight limit when it comes to service dogs. However, airlines might require that the dog fits with the handler’s lap or the foot space. According to the new rule of DOT, airlines should accommodate larger dogs by moving them to some other seat within the same service class, if possible.

In case there is no place for the large service dog to be accommodated comfortably, the airline must give the handler the option to transport the service Goldendoodle in the cargo free of charge or travel on the next flight if there is space. Nevertheless, many service Goldendoodle owners might vehemently oppose the idea of flying their dog in cargo. What’s great is many service dogs are trained to fit into the foot space of their handler.

Requirement of a Harness, ID Card, or Vest for the Service Goldendoodle
2. Requirement of a Harness, ID Card, or Vest for the Service Goldendoodle

The DOT lets airline staff check the paraphernalia, such as tags, vests, and harnesses for deciding if the animal is a service dog. Service dog owners tend to use these items to distinguish working dogs from regular pets. It helps in managing uncomfortable interactions with the staff members and the public. Also, if the dog has these items, handlers can avoid pesky inquiries about the Goldendoodle. The items prove to be helpful for PSD owners whose disabilities cannot be easily detected.

Nevertheless, you need to keep in mind that these items alone don’t qualify for service dogs. So, airline staff is going to check the paraphernalia along with other facts to decide if your Goldendoodle is a service dog.

Verification of Service Goldendoodles by Airlines
There are three methods that airlines use to decide if someone is traveling with an actual service Goldendoodle. Also, we will tell in the next section, airlines might request service Goldendoodle to fill out a new form and submit it before the flight.

Asking if the animal must accompany the passenger due to a disability and what task the dog has been trained to perform. But you should know that handlers have the right to privacy, and airline staff can’t make specific inquiries about their disability.
The airline staff might also observe the behavior of the service Goldendoodle to find out if it stays under the control of the handler. A service dog can be restricted from boarding the flight if it is found to be out-of-control. Some of the out-of-control behaviors of Goldendoodle’s are biting, causing injury to others, and jumping.
An airline might also check physical indicators, such as ID cards, vests, and harnesses. Like we mentioned before, paraphernalia, like vests, tags, and ID cards are frequently used by the owners of service dogs to signal the members of the public, a service dog is on duty.
Forms are to be Submitted to Fly with Service Dogs
4. Forms are to be Submitted to Fly with Service Dogs

DOT has introduced some changes in how service dogs are going to be accommodated on flights. Starting January 2021, all service dog handlers must submit the Service Animal Transportation Form of DOT. The form needs to be submitted a minimum of 48 hours prior to the departure.

In the form, the handler must make the following certifications.

The service Goldendoodle has been trained to carry out tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability.
The hander knows that the service dog is going to be under their control until the time they get down from the flight.
The service Goldendoodle has been trained to behave well in public.
The handler knows that if the service Goldendoodle misbehaves in any way that shows that they haven’t been trained properly, the airlines might treat them as normal pets.
The handler knows that they will be held liable for any damage caused service dog’s action.
Taking More than One Service Goldendoodle
At times, handlers might have more than one service dog. Each Goldendoodle fulfills different but crucial tasks related to their disability. Under the new guidelines by DOT, airlines might restrict the number of service dogs to two. Also, the handler will have to accommodate both service dogs in their lap or foot space.

Rules Applicable to Service Dogs During the Flight
During the flight, the airline might ask the service dog to be tethered, harnesses, or always leased. Moreover, the Goldendoodle must be well-behaved during the flight and shouldn’t create any disruptions. So, it means no jumping on others or barking.

Bottom Line
The handlers and the flight management might try their best to be organized and proactive. However, in certain instances, issues might arise. Thus, actions will have to be taken in accordance with the situation.

But it is crucial to acknowledge that there are many unresolved and evolving factors both politically and socially in deciding ideal travel policies for service Goldendoodles.

10/02/2022