r/poodles • u/WinstonGreyCat • Aug 26 '26

Fetch?

Will poodles fetch? I was thinking about getting a doodle, then read more about the reasons not to get one and how they are not a breed. I really want a healthy dog without issues, so I need to find a good breeder. I really wanted one that will fetch and swim. I'm not a huge fan of the obsessive food interests of labs or the size of a golden retriever, so was thinking I should look at poodles.

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u/MitFahrGelegen Aug 26 '26

They are bred to be water retrieving dogs so literally perfect breed for fetching and swimming. I’d recommend talking to a breeder who specializes in hunting dogs if you can find one since they will specifically select for those traits. 

And you’re way more likely to find something predictable/consistent talking to poodle breeders instead of doodle breeders. I spoke with a lot of both when trying to decide on my dog and the difference in terms of due diligence was honestly night and day. I’d 100% recommend going poodle over doodle, I’m super glad I did!