What is an F1, F1b, F2 and F3 Oodle Dog?

If you’re considering an Oodle dog, it can be a little confusing. When you start to research your breed, you will see terms like F1 and F2 everywhere. What exactly does it mean and which is best for you and your family?

What is an Oodle Dog

Is F1 or F2 Better?

Crossbred dogs and designer dogs are often referred to as F1, F2, F3 or F1B.

The F1 generation dogs are generally smaller in size, with some being more energetic than others.

The F2 generation dogs on the other hand, tend to be larger in size and calmer by nature.

If you can’t decide between these types of dog breeds, then we recommend that you read this blog post!

Explain the Breeding Naming Standard

The “F” stands for “filial” which denotes the offspring of a cross.

The number refers to how many generations back it is from its original purebred ancestor.

What is a P Generation?

The P generation is a 100% purebred dog that has its own breed and lineage.

All the different variations of Oodle dogs

The F1 Generation is:

  • 50% Poodle
  • 50% Other Purebreed

These dogs are a result of the breeding between two pure bred parents.

E.g.) A Poodle mother and Labrador father.

See some common F1 examples are listed below:

The F1B Generation is:

  • 75% Poodle
  • 25% Other Purebreed

A breeder might use the F1 backcross breeding technique to intensify their desired traits in a new breed.

In simple terms, an F1B (aka. back cross) is a F1 bred with a poodle. They are more poodle than F1 and barely shed.

They are the most suitable choice for high allergy sufferers. This makes them more desirable and therefore the most expensive of all the oodles.

Spoodle Dog Breeds

The F2 Generation is:

  • 50% Poodle
  • 50% Other Purebreed

F2 generation dogs are the offspring resulting from the mating of two F1 hybrids. 

E.g.) A Labradoodle with parents who are both F1 Labradoodles.

The F2B Generation is:

The F2B generation dogs are the product of an F1 and an F1 backcrossed parent.

E.g.) A Labradoodle whose mother is a Labradoodle F1 and father Labradoodle F1B is considered to be the F2B generation.

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The F3 Generation is:

F3 generation pups are a third-generation crossbreed. 

E.g.) A Labradoodle with parents who are both F2 Labradoodles.

Labradoodle Dog Breeds

F1 Breed Examples

F1 Groodles

Groodles are a crossbreed of two very popular dogs – the Golden Retriever and the Poodle. This first generation is called an F1 Groodle with 50% Golden Retriever genes and 50% Poodle genetics.

When bred in this way, they typically have fleecy coats with light shedding. This makes them suitable for pet owners who have allergies or other sensitivities to dog hair.

F1 Labradoodles

An F1 Labradoodle is a cross between a purebred Labrador and a purebred Poodle.

These fluffy pups have all of the traits you love about each breed: fun loving personalities, intelligence to match their enthusiasm for learning new things, and minimal hair shedding.

F1 Cavoodle

A first generation (F1) Cavoodle is the offspring of two pure breeds – a Toy/Miniature Poodle and a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

From their Cavalier parent they get their sweet, gentle nature and from their Poodle parent they get their hypoallergenic fur and intelligence.

F1 Maltipoo

F1 Maltipoos are the first generation of crossing a purebred Toy/Miniature Poodle and Purebred Maltese.

Using a Toy or Miniature Poodle for one parent helps to ensure the Maltipoo stays small. Breeders don’t usually cross any small purebreeds with Standard Poodles.

See our full Oodle Dogs Info Guide here.