It seems like random mutts are generally healthy, but intentional hybrids tends to have quite a few health problems as they age.
I'm not sure if there is any evidence that doodles live longer than plain poodles.
We've had a borderdoodle and two aussiedoodles. We regret not getting pet insurance.
I echo those to emphasize the need to choose a careful breeder.
Dog genetics are complex. Certain merle colors of Australian shepherds have health problems when bred. There are a lot of small details to consider. Careful planning is a must.
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