History of the
Australian Labradoodle

In the mid 1980’s, a woman requested a non allergenic guide dog for her husband
from the Royal Blind Society of Australia. The hair and saliva of over 30 poodles were
tested.
In 1988, Wally Cochrane had the idea to cross a poodle with the service labs. This
resulted in one puppy being approved as hypoallergenic.  
Later, a vet in Australia began breeding lab and poodle crosses and these became
very popular.

Eventually, the 2 women know as the founders today, took up the cause and created
the amazing Australian Labradoodle as we know it today. They mellowed the
temperament, reduced the size and improved the coat.
Thank you Beverly and Angela for your diligence and amazing foresight that gave us
our wonderful dogs.
To learn more details of the history of the Australian Labradoodle, go to Australian
Labradoodle Club of America or www.rutlandmanor.com   
GEMSTONE LABRADOODLES
Phone:  250-503-2298        Email Link:
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