Active
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trainable
Faithful
Trustworthy
Instinctual

Active
Playful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Inquisitive
Easygoing

Miniature Goldendoodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Rateses are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Choose a Miniature Goldendoodle if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Rateses are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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Golden Retriever, Toy or Miniature Poodle

American Rat Terrier and Maltese

Brown
Amber

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Cream
Fawn
Brown
Isabella
Gray
Red
Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Miniature Goldendoodles have medium-length coats.

Rateses have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

A Miniature Goldendoodle can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Ratese can have a litter of 5-7 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Miniature Goldendoodles typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Ratese breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Bone And Joint Problems
Allergies

Demodectic Mange
Dental Disease
Color Dilution Alopecia

X-Rays
Ophthalmic And Ear Exam
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Full Physical Examination
Diagnostic Imaging
Blood Glucose Tests
Serum Chemistry Panel Tests
Blood Tests and Blood Count
Skin Scrapings and Biopsies

Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
Complete Physical Examination
Diagnostic Imaging
Electromyography (EMG)
DNA

Fetch, Car rides, Bath time, Play, Training, Tug-of-war, Walk, Swim, Chase, Speak, Playing, Nap, Swimming, Brushing, Belly rubs, Cuddling, Tv, Walking, Hiking, Camping, Play keep away, Tag, People watch, Going for walks

Going for walks, Playing fetch, Fetch

Miniature Goldendoodles are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Rateses are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Miniature Goldendoodle, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Ratese, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Miniature Goldendoodles usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Rateses usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Miniature Goldendoodles require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Ratese has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-35 pound (9 - 16 kg) Miniature Goldendoodle feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 20-25 pound (9 - 11 kg) Ratese feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Miniature Goldendoodle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Ratese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Miniature Goldendoodle is between $48 - $56. This makes an average of $576 - $672 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Ratese is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Miniature Goldendoodle is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Rateses are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

The Miniature Goldendoodle is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Rateses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Miniature Goldendoodles are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Rateses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Miniature Goldendoodles are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Rateses have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

The Miniature Goldendoodle is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Rateses are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.