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Size	Varies; depends on the Poodle parent. Ask your breeder for parent sizes.
Coat	Varies from wavy to curly; most need regular brushing to prevent matting.
Energy	Moderate to high

General information, not veterinary advice. Ask your vet. Size ranges are indicative; verify against the Dogs Australia breed standard and your breeder.

First 30 days

• Day 1-3: Quiet arrival, one safe space (crate or pen), a toilet routine every hour or two and after sleep, meals and play.
• Vet visit in week 1: Health check, vaccinations and worming plan, and a conversation about flea and tick control for your area.
• Microchip and council registration: Required in most Australian states and territories. Check your state and local council rules.
• Socialisation: Ask your vet what is safe before the vaccination course is complete. Controlled, positive introductions to people and sounds matter more than quantity.
• Start brushing early: Short, happy daily sessions with a comb and slicker brush, and handling of paws, ears and face. Groodle coats can mat quickly as the puppy coat changes to the adult coat.
• Sleep: Puppies need lots of it. Enforce naps in the crate.

Gear checklist

• Crate or pen with divider, plus a washable bed
• Collar with ID tag, and a well-fitting harness
• Slicker brush, wide-tooth comb, and a nail trimmer
• Teething chews and stuffable toys
• Puppy food matched to expected adult size (ask your breeder or vet)
• Tick check tool and vet-recommended parasite control
• Shade, water bowl and cool mat for summer

Grooming

Start with the comb and slicker daily, working down to the skin and not just over the top. Check behind ears, armpits and collar areas where matting starts. Wash only as needed with a dog shampoo, and dry the coat fully. A groomer can show you the clip style and keep ears clear; ask your vet about ear care if your dog is prone to ear trouble. Deshedding tools are generally not for non-shedding coats; ask a groomer before buying one.

Training

Groodles are often people-oriented and keen to please. Use reward-based training: sit, drop, name recall, settling on a mat, and calm greetings. Jumping up is common; teach “four on the floor” early. Puppy preschool run by a qualified trainer is a good start; see our training directory.

Australian context

• Ticks: In paralysis tick regions (generally the east coast), check by feel every day, especially head, neck, ears and chest. Long coats make this harder, so some owners trim. Ask your vet.
• Heat: Dense coats can hold heat. Exercise at cooler times, provide shade and water, and never leave a dog in a parked car.
• Snakes: In warm months, keep your dog on lead in bush, long grass and near water. If you suspect a snake bite, keep the dog still and call your vet immediately.

Curated products for Groodles

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FAQs

Are Groodles hypoallergenic?

No dog is guaranteed hypoallergenic, and coats vary by litter. If allergies matter in your household, spend time with the actual dog or parents first and ask your doctor.

How big will my Groodle get?

It depends on the Poodle parent (toy, miniature or standard) and the individual. Ask your breeder for parent weights, and ask your vet to track growth.

Do Groodles need professional grooming?

Many owners book a groomer every 6-10 weeks for clips and coat care. Frequency depends on coat type and your own brushing routine. Ask your groomer.

Are ticks a problem in a long coat?

Ticks can hide in dense coats, so a daily hands-on check is important in tick areas. Ask your vet about prevention suited to your area.