While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Irish Doodles are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Rottaf is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Trainable
Companionable
Faithful
Instinctual

Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured

Irish Doodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Irish Setter, Poodle

Rottweiler, Afghan Hound

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Blue
Brown
Cream
Silver
Red
Gray

Black
Gray
Brown

Irish Doodles are known for their coat length.

Rottafs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

An Irish Doodle can have a litter of 7-10 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 Rottaf can have a litter of 8-12 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.

Irish Doodles are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Rottafs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Eye Diseases and Disorders

Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Aortic Stenosis

Epilepsy
Color Dilution Alopecia
Skin Diseases and Disorders

Cataracts
Allergies
Hypothyroidism

X-Rays
Cutaneous cytology
Eye Examinations
Trichogram

X-Rays
Eye examination
Full Body Physical Examination
Thyroid Panel

Irish Doodles' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Rottafs are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Irish Doodle has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Rottaf has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Irish Doodles need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Rottafs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Irish Doodles 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.

Rottafs 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Irish Doodle, it's at least 12 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 Rottaf, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Irish Doodles 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.

In general most Rottafs usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Irish Doodles have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Rottaf requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Ideally, Irish Doodle should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Rottaf should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Clipper

Pin Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

The average cost of an Irish Doodle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Rottaf is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Irish Doodle is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 Rottaf is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Irish Doodle is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Irish Doodles are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Irish Doodles make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Rottafs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Rottafs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Irish Doodles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Rottafs are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Irish Doodles are highly friendly around strangers.

Rottafs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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

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

Rottafs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.