Ok... I see the latest craze is to cross standard poodles to labs and goldens -- a.k.a. Labradoodles and Goldendoodles. I had the pleasure of meeting one for the first time when I had my Lab in obedience over the summer. From what I understand, it's only a certain cross that gives you the benefits of the breed. I think it's only the first puppies from the first cross? And that you can't breed a Doodle to a Doodle and get the same outcome? My friend wants to look at the Goldendoodle breed and I told her about this site, so hopefully she'll register and be on her soon. She's a dog lover and grew up with goldens, but her husband is allergic. She's heard the Doodles are hypo-allergenic. I've heard about "less shedding", but not hypo-allergenic. Does anyone have insight into this new breeding technique or have any good links? Thanks in advance...