Our Labradoodles Have Fleece Coats
Some Labradoodles look different. What is an Australian Labradoodle, what type of coat will our puppies have?
What Is an Australian Labradoodle—and What Will Our Puppies Look Like?
Not all Labradoodles are the same. Coat types vary depending on breeding history and genetics. At Rainmaker Ranch, we specialize in Australian Labradoodles with wavy fleece coats—soft, allergy-friendly, and low to non-shedding.
How We Define Coat Types
In our breeding program, we categorize coats by texture and wave level. This is more reliable than generalized labels used across the breeding world.
Coat Textures:
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Fleece – Silky, soft, and lightweight with a chenille feel (our preferred texture)
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Wool – Dense and luxurious with a soft, woolly feel
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Flat/Wiry (Hair) – Similar to a Labrador’s coat, slightly textured Coat Waves:
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Wavy – Loose, flowing wave (this is the hallmark of Rainmaker Ranch coats)
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Curly – Tight curls, about 1" in diameter
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Straight – Can be short (2") or longer (up to 5")
Note: Some dogs have a mix of fleece and wool in their coats. For example, our girl Kiwi has a pure fleece coat, while Callie has mostly fleece with a few wooly patches.
Coat Combinations
(From Poodle-Like to Lab-Like)
Here’s how coat textures and waves pair up in various Labradoodle and Poodle mixes:
Coat Type Texture Common In Full Poodle Coat Curly/Wool Poodle Curly Fleece/Wool Australian Labradoodle or Labradoodle Wavy Fleece/Wool Australian Labradoodle or Labradoodle Straight Fleece/Wool Australian Labradoodle or Labradoodle Flat/Wiry Hair Straight First-generation Labradoodle Full Lab Coat Flat Hair Labrador Retriever
Coat Type | Description | Shedding | Texture | Grooming Needs | Allergy-Friendly |
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Hair (Lab-like) | Common in early-gen Labradoodles (F1/F2). Feels like a Labrador's coat. | Moderate to heavy | Coarse, short to medium | Low to moderate | No |
Fleece – Straight | Looks like a blow-dried retriever with a softer texture. | Low to moderate | Straight to slightly fluffy | Moderate | Usually |
Fleece – Wavy | Signature coat of the Australian Labradoodle. Soft, silky, and gently wavy. | Low to none | Soft waves | Moderate | Yes |
Fleece – Curly | Soft, loopy curls. Often confused with wool but softer and less dense. | Very low | Loose curls | Moderate to High | Yes |
Wool | Tighter curls, similar to a poodle. Less common in multigen ALD's. | Very low | Tight curls | High (frequent trims) | Yes |
What to Expect from a Rainmaker Ranch Coat
Since 2001, we’ve bred for wavy fleece coats, aiming for the ideal balance of non-shedding, easy grooming, and beautiful appearance. Our Australian Labradoodles have soft coats that resemble a shaggy sheepdog—adorable, functional, and allergy-friendly.
Learn more about Labradoodle Shedding and Allergies in our dedicated sections.