Looking for Shepadoodle puppies in NC? Check out our guide about Shepadoodle generations and their coat types to learn more before adopting.
The “F” in front of the Shepadoodle refers to the generation (filial). This simply means a mixed-breed dog. While the “B” is the description that refers to bred back. Which is the level of generation you’re dealing with. Typically, it’s a poodle, however, this can also refer to the German shepherd.
The generation (F) and the (B) “bred back” play an essential role in the coat type. There are three types of doodle coats; straight, wavy, and curly.
First Generation
F1- German Shepherd X Poodle
- Cross between a German Shepherd and a poodle
- Approximately 50% German Shepherd and 50% poodle
- Light shedding
- Straight to wavy coat
F1b- F1 Shepadoodle X Poodle
- Cross between a Shepadoodle and a poodle
- Approximately 25% German shepherd and 75% poodle
- No shedding
- Curly coat
F1bb- F1b Shepadoodle X Poodle (or German Shepherd)
- Cross between an F1b Shepadoodle and a poodle
- Approximately 12% German shepherd and 88% Poodle
- No shedding
- Curly coat
Second Generation
F2 – F1 Shepadoodle X F1 Shepadoodle or F3 Shepadoodle X F1 Shepadoodle
- Shepadoodle bred with another Shepadoodle
- Approximately 50% German Shepherd and 50% poodle
- Coat is unpredictable, approximately 25% will be curly, 25% will be straight and 50% will be wavy.
- Shedding will depend on the coat type
- Weight is more predictable with F2 generation.
F2b- F2 Shepadoodle X Poodle (or German Shepherd)
- Cross of F2 Shepadoodle bred back to a poodle.
- Approximately 25% German shepherd and 75% poodle
- No shedding
- Curly coat
F2bb- F2b Shepadoodle X Poodle
- F2b Shepadoodle bred back to a poodle
- Approximately 12% German shepherd and 88% poodle
- No shedding
- Extremely curly coat
Third Generation or Multi-Generation
F3- F2 Shepadoodle x F2 Shepadoodle
- F2 Shepadoodle crossed with another F2 Shepadoodle
- Approximately 50% German Shepherd and 50% poodle
- Coat can be unpredictable
- Shedding will depend on the coat type
- Weight is more predictable with F3 generation
- Breeders can genetically test for the best predictable coat type
Multi-Generation Shepadoodle puppies at Natural Breed Kennels
- F2 Shepadoodle X F2 Shepadoodle
- Furnishings of parents are paired to produce soft wavy to curly coats that typically are non-shedding
- The puppy’s weight is predictable
Where to find healthy Shepadoodle puppies
Natural Breed Kennels is the perfect place to find happy and healthy Shepadoodle puppies to welcome into your home. Our love for dogs moves us to prioritize their health and well-being, making sure that they receive all the care they need and that each puppy finds the right home.
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