Are Australian Labradoodles Aggressive?

Labradoodles’ Aggressiveness Compared To Other Breeds

A 2019 study found Labradoodles scored no higher for aggression than Labrador Retrievers or Standard Poodles. Miniature Poodles showed more dog-directed aggression, while Labradoodles aligned closely with their calmer parent breeds. A 2021 study of 9,000+ dogs reported:

• Labradors ranked among the least aggressive breeds
• Miniature Poodles had much higher odds of aggression (OR = 5.13)
• Labradoodles did not inherit the Miniature Poodle’s higher aggression risk

Labradoodles Rank Below Average for Aggression 

Aggression was more common in smaller, older and fearful dogs—traits that Labradoodles generally do not exhibit due to selective breeding for temperament. About 15.6% of all dogs show biting behavior, but Labradoodles are not overrepresented. Breed-specific research consistently ranks them below average for aggression. While Labradoodles aren’t always tested independently, their parent breeds score well:

• Labrador Retrievers: 91.5% pass rate
• Standard Poodles: 86.7% pass rate

Risk Factors for Aggression

• Fearfulness (5x higher odds)
• Older age
• Male sex
• Small size
• Poor social environments (e.g., isolation, inexperienced owners)

Australian Labradoodles Aggression Compared

Metric	Labradoodle Insight
Compared to Labradors	No difference in aggression
Compared to Poodles	Lower than Miniature Poodles
Aggression Rate	Below average
Parent Breed Temperament	High pass rates (Labs 91.5%, Poodles 86.7%)
Main Risk Factors	Fear, age, sex, size, social setting

The Verdict? Australian Labradoodles Are Not Aggressive

Australian Labradoodles are not aggressive. Studies confirm they are well-mannered, social dogs with a stable temperament. While behavior can vary by individual, the breed overall is a strong match for families, first-time dog owners and social environments.

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