Curious about where Goldendoodles came from and how the breed evolved into the popular, allergy-friendly companion we know today? Explore the rich history behind the Goldendoodle—its origins, purpose, and how we at Okefeild Acres have helped refine and elevate this beloved breed.
The first known Goldendoodle was reportedly bred in 1969 by Monica Dickens, great-granddaughter of Charles Dickens. Others credit Guide Dogs Victoria in Australia for creating the cross in the 1980s to meet the needs of allergy-sensitive clients. By the 1990s, breeders across the United States and Australia had begun producing Goldendoodles to offer a non-shedding alternative to the Labradoodle.
The Mini Goldendoodle is credited to Amy Lane of Fox Creek Farm, who also coined the term “Goldendoodle” and later founded the Goldendoodle Association of North America (GANA). The English Teddybear Goldendoodle line began with the Smeraglia family in the 1990s, when a family member with allergies needed a more compatible companion.
