Why do Australian Labradoodles make great service dogs?

Australian Labradoodles bring together many of the qualities service work depends on. They're intelligent and eager to please, which makes them quick, willing learners. Their temperament tends to be friendly, steady and people-focused, so they're comfortable in busy, unfamiliar places. And their low to non-shedding fleece coats leave far less hair behind in homes, offices and public spaces, which can matter for handlers and the people around them.

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Size helps too. Our mini and medium Australian Labradoodles are 10 to 40 lbs full grown, small enough to settle under a restaurant table or ride comfortably in a car, but sturdy enough for a working life.

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How we help match the right puppy

Foothills Labradoodles is blessed to have placed multiple service dogs with deserving handlers. Every puppy is raised in our home with the Puppy Culture program, which builds confidence and resilience from the first days of life: new sounds, surfaces, people and gentle handling. Our breeding dogs are health tested before they're ever bred, including OFA evaluations, PennHIP hip scoring, eye exams and genetic testing.

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When a family tells us they're looking for a service dog prospect, we use our own observations and professional temperament testing to identify the puppies best suited to that kind of work, and match them to the handler's needs.

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Please note

Statistically, only 3-5% of dogs have what it takes to become service dogs, so we can't guarantee any puppy will succeed. Service dog training happens after your puppy goes home, with a professional trainer or program. What we can promise is a well-bred, well-socialized puppy chosen with your goals in mind.

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​If you're looking for a service dog prospect, mention it on your application or reach out to us. We'd love to hear from you.