Labradoodle Price: How Much Does a Labradoodle Cost?

A Labradoodle is a Labrador Retriever and Poodle cross, and the label covers a lot of ground. Size, coat, and temperament vary from litter to litter, and a Labradoodle is not a recognized breed with an AKC registry listing, so no single standard sets the price. What you pay depends mostly on the breeder's practices.

This guide covers what a Labradoodle costs from a breeder and from a rescue, what moves the price, and what the dog costs once it is home. Figures come from published pet-cost guides and carry a check date of Oct 12, 2026.

Because there is no breed standard, two puppies with the same label can come from very different programs. One breeder may test parents for inherited conditions, raise puppies in the home, and offer a written guarantee. Another may sell puppies from a high-volume operation with little documentation. The first usually charges more, and for good reason.

Guides sample different markets, so their spans differ. Compare any quote with what the seller actually provides: health testing, vaccinations, a contract, and support after the sale.

• Generation. Breeders talk about first-generation and multigeneration crosses. Coat consistency may be higher in some multigeneration programs, and the price can reflect that.
• Size. Standard, medium, and miniature Labradoodles all exist, and the Poodle parent's size usually drives the result.
• Coat and color. Wavy and curly coats, and colors such as cream, chocolate, and apricot, may be priced differently.
• Health testing. Screening both parents for hip, elbow, and eye problems adds cost for the breeder.
• Location. Prices may differ by region, and shipping adds cost.
• Demand. Popular breeders with waiting lists tend to charge more.

Adoption is the cheaper path. Lemonade lists rescue and shelter fees at $50 – $300, and Spot lists $100 – $300. Labradoodles do turn up in shelters and doodle-specific rescues, often because owners underestimated the exercise and grooming they need.

An adult shows you its size, coat, and temperament in advance, which a puppy cannot. A puppy lets you shape habits from the start. Either way, ask what vet history comes with the dog.

A puppy needs vaccinations, a vet exam, a crate, bedding, leashes, and training classes. Energetic dogs tend to need more chew toys and more structured exercise, and an untrained adolescent can damage furniture quickly.

If the breeder already covered the first vaccinations or a microchip, you may not need to pay for those again.

The recurring bills are food, routine vet care, and grooming. Grooming is the line many new owners underestimate, since a curly or wavy coat often needs regular professional trims and frequent brushing at home.

These totals leave out pet insurance, boarding, and emergency care. A dog with a long coat may also need more frequent grooming in summer, so budget a margin.

Labradoodles are often marketed as low-shedding, but coats vary within a litter and no dog is guaranteed to be allergy-friendly. If someone in your home has allergies, spend time with the specific dog, not just the breed, and talk to an allergist before committing. Matted fur can also lead to skin problems, so skipping the groomer may cost more in the end.

Labradoodles may inherit conditions seen in either parent breed, such as hip and elbow dysplasia, eye disease, and ear infections, though many live without major problems. Ask for written health testing on both parents and discuss what to watch for with a licensed veterinarian. Pet insurance purchased early may exclude conditions diagnosed later, so read the exclusions closely.

• Ask for documentation of health tests on both parents and confirm them with the testing organization.
• Expect a contract that covers a health guarantee and what happens if you can no longer keep the dog.
• Meet the mother, see where puppies are raised, or join a live video tour.
• Be skeptical of sellers who offer many breeds, many litters, or "rare" colors at a premium with little documentation.
• Look for a breeder who asks about your home and offers help after the sale.

Fake puppy listings are a widespread online fraud, and the Federal Trade Commission has warned about them. A typical scam pairs attractive photos with a price below the market, then asks for a deposit by gift card, wire, or payment app before you meet the dog. Additional fees for shipping or insurance often follow.

Reverse image search the photos, ask for a live video call that shows the puppy, and verify the breeder independently. Do not pay a seller you cannot verify.