Affectionate
Friendly
Intelligent
Social
Alert
Gentle
Loving

Calm
Protective
Sober
Independent
Selfish
Confidence
Territorial

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

Choose a Rafeiro Do Alentejo 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.

United States

Portugal

Goldendoodle, Labradoodle

Mastiff-Type

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Brown
Black
Cream

Pied
Brindle
Fawn
Gray
Black

Wiry

Straight

A Double Doodle can have a litter of 12-15 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 Rafeiro Do Alentejo can have a litter of 10-12 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.

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

Rafeiro Do Alentejos have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Rafeiro Do Alentejos are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Diabetes
vonWillebrand’s Disease
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Usually Very Healthy

Ear Infections
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Seborrhea
Hypothyroidism
Addison's Disease

Hip Dysplasia

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Ear Examination
Electrocardiogram
ACTH Stimulation Test
Complete Blood Count
Thyroid Panel
Buccal Mucosal Bleeding Time (BMBT)
Skin Scrape
Abdominal Ultrasound

X-Rays
General Physical Examination
OFA on hips and elbows

Double Doodles thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Rafeiro Do Alentejos are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Rafeiro Do Alentejo has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Double Doodles need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Double Doodles have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Rafeiro Do Alentejos are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Double Doodle has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

Rafeiro Do Alentejo is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Double Doodles bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Rafeiro Do Alentejo dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

While Double Doodle dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Rafeiro Do Alentejo dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Walk, Walks, Playing fetch, Run, Walking, Everything, Running, Hike, Swim, Fetch, Play, Tug-of-war, High Five, Heel, Frisbee, Cuddeling, Soccer, Hunting, Car rides, Swimming

Hug, Walk, Run, Chase, Fetch, Tug-of-war

Double 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.

Rafeiro Do Alentejos 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 Double Doodle, it's at least 14 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 Rafeiro Do Alentejo, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

The Rafeiro Do Alentejo has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Double Doodle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Rafeiro Do Alentejo is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

Double Doodle is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

The Rafeiro Do Alentejo is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

Rafeiro Do Alentejos are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Double Doodles are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Rafeiro Do Alentejos are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Rafeiro Do Alentejos are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Double Doodles are highly friendly around strangers.

Rafeiro Do Alentejos are not very stranger friendly.

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

Rafeiro Do Alentejos are not very fond of playing and prefer other activities.

The Double 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.

Rafeiro Do Alentejos can be difficult to train and require consistent and patient training.