Are goldendoodles good for those with allergies?

Allergies are individualistic, which is why we appreciate discussing any concerns with you individually to better understand your allergy and guide you to your best fit.



Here is more information about allergies that may help inform you until we speak.

A golden doodle puppy at six weeks old
Four doodle puppies on a puppy bed

Dander Allergy

People that are allergic to dander are usually fine with Goldendoodles – depending on the severity of the allergies. 

A golden doodle puppy snuggling with their owner on a couch

Saliva Allergy

If the allergy is more with saliva, that can be a bit harder since that type of allergy isn’t really impacted by shedding.  Since Goldendoodles are not a breed that drools, they can still be ok for those that are not highly allergic to saliva.

More Serious Allergies...

There are some people that are allergic specifically to proteins found within golden retrievers’ blood.  To do a complete allergy panel on allergies to dogs requires testing 5 different breeds of dogs because some people are allergic specifically to retrievers but not to other breeds like terriers for example.  If someone in your family has a Retriever specific allergy then I suggest staying away from goldendoodles altogether. Degree of shedding does not usually help with a Retriever allergy.

Stormi - a doodle dog - on a walk with a boy and a girl in the mountains in Colorado.

If shedding and dander are the most important aspect to you regarding allergies, then furnishings are the most important factor when choosing a puppy.  This page explains furnishings, coats, and shedding:

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