How Big Do Mini Goldendoodles Get When Fully Grown?

If you’re about to start on a new adventure and purchase your very own Miniature Goldendoodle, then there’s probably a few questions that you have on your mind before buying one. First thing most new pet owners want to know is, how big is their new furry little friend going to get?

Let’s dive right in and tackle all the questions right off the bat and cover anything else you might not know.

How Big Do Mini Goldendoodles Get? The height of the Mini Goldendoodle usually grows between 13 – 20 inches tall and on average, weighs between 20 – 45 pounds (give or take 5 pounds) depending on what type of breed you get.

They are a cross between a Miniature or a Toy Poodle and a Golden Retriever. Mini and Toy Poodles are not different breeds but they are different sizes of the same breed. The Mini Goldendoodle is a fairly new breed of dog, as it’s only been around since the 1990’s.

The Mini Goldendoodles are friendly, intelligent, energetic, loyal, and they have a very sweet personality as well. Their size makes them the perfect companion for everyone, especially other small cats and dogs. Since they learn so fast they are very easy to train to do things you want them to do, and not to do anything that would upset you. If you want to have the perfect pet possible, you shouldn’t need to look much further than the Mini Goldendoodle.

If you’re ever looking for the perfect little companion to be by your side, the Mini Goldendoodle might be just the dog you’re looking for. They are extremely loyal, they don’t take up too much room or shed that often.

They are one of the few hypoallergenic dogs (even though no dog is truly hypoallergenic). Their light weight is a benefit because they will eat less food, take up less space on the couch, and they’re easier to lift.

To keep your Mini Goldendoodle at a healthy weight, you’re going to want to give them a well balanced diet. They do have some allergies to food so make sure to avoid foods such as wheat, corn, soy, as well as dairy and eggs.

The best type of dog food to get them should be a grain-free formula.

One of the #1 recommended brands of food to buy for Mini Goldendoodles is Acana [Amazon Link]. It has a good amount of premium proteins, grain-free carbohydrates, with vegetables and fresh fruits, everything your little Mini Groodle will need to have a healthy well-balanced diet.

*Note From the Publisher:

* I personally use this Royal Canine. [Amazon Link]. Lexie, our Mini Goldendoodle loves it. The last brand we used she would eat it just because she was hungry. Now she begs for us to give her her Royal Canine. We got this recommendation from our breeder.

At What Age is a Mini Goldendoodle Full Grown?

Since the Mini Goldendoodle is a crossbreed between two different dogs, it’s hard to put an exact time on when your Mini Groodle will hit full size. In general, their weight will start to taper off around 7 – 10 months. After a year they should be around the maximum height and they should start filling out and gaining a little more weight, between 1 – 2 years of age (depending on their diet, and genetics).

When feeding them as a puppy, you’re going to want to feed them between 3-4 times per day for the first four to five months and then after six months start feeding them twice per day. Make sure to give them the right amount of food and the right amount of exercise as an overweight dog can lead to health problems later on in life. For the average amount of exercise, you should be exercising your Mini Goldendoodle around 20 – 30 minutes a day, every day.

It’s important to realize that because these dogs are so small, you have to always be mindful of what they’re doing and who’s playing with them. Generally speaking, smaller dogs have more fragile bones and when kids play with them that aren’t as careful, sometimes accidents can happen. Luckily for us, Mini Goldendoodles are athletic and very intelligent. They tend to be patient and well mannered when trained and as long as your constantly keeping a watchful eye on them, they shouldn’t get into too much trouble when playing around small children.

Mini Goldendoodles are low-maintenance dogs, just make sure you don’t leave them alone for a long time because they can suffer from separation anxiety if left alone for extended periods of time. Since they’re so full of energy and very intelligent you don’t want to have them in the backyard by themselves. They can easily find mischievous ways to entertain themselves and can often get into trouble if left unattended for too long.

To upkeep their looks, grooming them can be a breeze, typically clipping their furry little coat once every six weeks should do wonders for helping them look well maintained. You can take them into a professional dog groomer or you can buy your own set of dog clippers here [Amazon Link] and do it yourself.

Also, don’t forget to trim their nails by using a nail grinder or nail clippers. These nail clippers come with a safety guard so you can clip your dog’s toenails with confidence [Amazon Link].

Do Goldendoodles Need A Lot of Attention?

Do Goldendoodles need a lot of attention? Yes, Mini Goldendoodles crave attention. They will never leave you and they will always be by your side every step of the way.

It’s important to give them the proper socialization they need, that way you can avoid any fearfulness or shyness. Taking them to a dog park or your friend’s house that has other friendly animals (whether a cat or a dog) can be a surefire way to get them introduced to being more social around other animals.

Do Goldendoodles Make Good Watchdogs?

Yes, Goldendoodle are (typically) smart and very observant which make then ok watchdogs but not very good guard dogs because of their size and friendliness.

They will always let you know when someone’s coming but they might just run up and lick them depending on their temperament. They are some of the most loyal dogs out there and easy to train, but you’re not going to be able to train them to defend or protect your house.

What is the Difference Between a Miniature Goldendoodle and a Toy Goldendoodle?

What is the difference between a mini Goldendoodle and a Toy Goldendoodle? There’s not a much of a difference between the Mini Goldendoodle and the Toy Goldendoodle. Mostly the difference is going to be in the size. They are the same breed but a Mini Goldendoodle should weigh between 35 – 50 pounds once full grown and the Toy Goldendoodle should weigh between 20 – 35 pounds.

Since there are many different types of breeds to choose from when buying your very own Mini Goldendoodle (or Toy Goldendoodle), it’s important to go through a reputable dog breeder.

You’re going to want to give your new canine buddy the best chance at the longest life possible and making sure that your dog is free of any genetic diseases that can be passed through puppies is imperative to ensuring your new-found friend has the best chance at living a long and healthy life.

The benefits of going through a reputable dog breeder include:

You can get excellent advice from reputable breeders about how to care for your dog
Your puppy will be most like what the breed should be like (personality wise)
You can know the exact history of your puppy
You can meet the puppy’s parents
You’ll be able to know what the health background is of the puppy’s parents
Your puppy comes with a health guarantee
A breeder can help you choose the best puppy for your living style
Your puppy will always have a home, no matter what (usually a minimum of a 2-year guarantee)

As you can see whether you’re choosing a Mini Groodle or a Toy Groodle, making sure that they end up with a happy healthy life can depend on a lot of different factors. Make sure you do everything possible in the beginning (buy through a reputable breeder), as well as everything you can throughout the dog’s life (healthy amount of diet, exercise, attention, and love), to make sure your dog has the longest healthiest life possible.

Of course, nothing is guaranteed in life. Since they’re a mix between two pure breeds they have twice the risk at developing something that is hereditary. The average life span for a Mini Groodle is between 10 – 15 years.

The Mini Groodle is perfect for anyone with a family, or any single person looking for the most loyal, friendly companion they can find. They will give you all the attention in the world and will always be by your side, ready to play at a moment’s notice. It’s important that these dogs get a large amount of love and attention if you decide to purchase one for your very first time.

If you’re looking for a dog that’s the perfect size (not too small, not too large), is graceful as well as athletic, has short curly hair that is as close to non allergenic as you can get, is playful and lively, is one of the most intelligent and attentive breeds, is easily trainable and easy to housebreak, and is usually polite to strangers and very sociable with other animals, then the Mini or Toy Groodle might be just the perfect dog for you.