Mini vs Medium Goldendoodle: Size Guide
Mini Goldendoodle: 22-30 lbs
The classic Mini Goldendoodle is small enough to lift comfortably, big enough to keep up on a real hike. Adults usually mature between 22 and 30 pounds and stand 14-17 inches at the shoulder. Think roughly the size of a Cocker Spaniel.
Best for: families with children, hikers, anyone who wants a “real dog” feel without the 70-lb commitment of a standard Goldendoodle. Mini doodles handle long walks, beach days, and vacation travel beautifully.
Medium Goldendoodle: 35-50 lbs
The Medium is the larger cousin — usually 35-50 pounds at maturity and 17-21 inches tall. They’re intermediate size makes them highly manageable with the same goofy, gentle temperament that makes Goldendoodles famous.
Best for: active families with children, suburban homeowners and hybrid workers looking for a manageable, highly trainable companion.
Temperament: Are They the Same?
Mostly, yes. Both Minis and Mediums share the gentle, eager-to-please, intelligent, family-oriented personality that defines the breed. Differences in temperament are more about individual puppy personalities than size. We can usually predict a puppy’s personality by 6 weeks of age and we work hard to match the right puppy with the right family.
Coat & Shedding
Both sizes typically have low-shedding, wavy-to-curly coats that need regular brushing and professional grooming every 6-8 weeks. F1B versions of both shed even less and are often a better choice for allergy-sensitive families. (We cover the F1 vs F1B question in our F1 vs F1B guide.)
Exercise & Energy
Both sizes are moderately active. As a rough rule:
- Mini: 45-60 minutes of activity per day. Loves runs, hikes, and dog parks.
- Medium: 45-60 minutes of activity per day. Happy with walks, running and outdoor play.
Both sizes need mental stimulation — they’re smart dogs and a bored doodle is a destructive doodle. Puzzle toys, training games, and varied walking routes keep them engaged.
Pricing
At Michigan Doodles, our mini and medium Goldendoodles are $1,950.
Which Should You Choose?
Here’s the honest version: most families could be happy with either. If you have small kids and an active lifestyle, lean Mini. If you have a large yard and are a more active family who prefers a slightly larger dog lean Medium. If you’re unsure, give us a call — after 30 years of placing both sizes, we can usually help you sort it out in a 10-minute conversation.