A labradoodle (/ˈlæbrəduːdəl/) is a crossbreed dog created by crossing a Labrador Retriever and a Standard or Miniature Poodle.

[3][4] Wally Conron of Australia, who is credited with inventing the breed, has commented that healthy labradoodles are "few and far between" and most are "crazy or have a hereditary problem".

[1] Australian breeder Wally Conron introduced the cross-breed to the Royal Guide Dog Association of Australia in Victoria.

Conron hoped that the combination of the low-shedding coat of the poodle, along with the gentleness and trainability of a Labrador retriever, would provide a guide dog suitable for people with allergies to fur and dander.

He hoped the catchy name and claims regarding allergies would offset the stigma associated with mixed breeds and thus help him sell his litter.

The first crossing of a poodle with a labrador results in variations in appearance, size, coat, and temperament.

[5] Like most Labrador retrievers and poodles, labradoodles are generally friendly, energetic, and good with families and children.

Disagreements within the programme have led to some groups continuing with different lines as in the case of the Australian Cobberdog.

[b][5] Labradoodles' coat colors include chocolate, cafe, parchment, cream, gold, apricot, red, black, silver, chalk, lavender, and blue-ish gray.

[21][22] One study has found that UK labradoodles have a higher incidence (4.6%) of multifocal retinal dysplasia (MRA) compared to Labrador retrievers.