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==Appearance and temperament== [[File:A dog sitting.jpg|thumb|A female labradoodle]] Because the labradoodle is a cross between two dog breeds and not a [[dog breed|breed]] itself, puppies in the early mixed generations do not have consistently predictable characteristics. The first crossing of a poodle with a labrador results in variations in appearance, size, coat, and temperament. So while most labradoodles share some common traits, their appearance and behavioural characteristics are widely variable.<ref name=Hot-Dogs-2007/> Labradoodles' hair can be anywhere from wiry to soft, and may be straight, wavy, or curly.<ref name=Hot-Dogs-2007/>{{efn|name=coats|Straight-coated Labradoodles are said to have "''hair''" coats, wavy-coated dogs have "''fleece''" coats, and curly-coated dogs have "''wool''" coats. ''Wool'' coats have tight curls, and similar in appearance to that of a poodle, but with a softer texture. ''Fleece'' coats are soft and free-flowing, with a kinked or wavy appearance. ''Hair'' coats can be curly, straight or wavy, but are more similar in texture to a Labrador's coat.<ref name=Hot-Dogs-2007/>}} Labradoodles often display an affinity for water and strong swimming ability from their parent breeds.<ref name=Hot-Dogs-2007/> Like most Labrador retrievers and poodles, labradoodles are generally friendly, energetic, and good with families and children.<ref name=Hot-Dogs-2007/> However, since this mix is a mix of two very smart dogs, they themselves are highly intelligent and likely to destroy or chew if not properly mentally and physically fulfilled.{{citation needed|date=August 2024}}
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