Generations of The Bernedoodles | A Complete Guide

Deciding to get a new bernedoodle can be an overwhelming decision provided the number of species and generations they have within their category. For someone who does not have much knowledge about the generation, it can get confusing to choose the right, size, color, and generation accordingly.

Due to various breeding techniques and variable breeding pairs, the outcome of every creed can be different. Hence, it is crucial to understand how the entire process works and what options you have in order to be able to make an informed decision.

Suppose you’re also someone who is stuck in such a decision and can’t reach a conclusion, worry not as we’ve got you covered. Let us have a look at the different generations of the bernedoodles so that it gets easier for you to reach a decision.

What are the different generations of bernedoodles?

There are mainly 3-4 different generations ranging from the F1 to F2BB varieties. The major difference all lies between the breeding techniques and the breeding pairs chosen for this work. Therefore, we’ve compiled all the data in one place for you to have a comprehensive understanding of the situation here.

The F & B variations

In most hybrid dog breeds, you must’ve come across the words F&B. Ever wondered what these letters stand for? If not, we’ve got some fun facts for you that’ll help you make a wise and informed decision. 

The F stands for “Filial Hybrid”. What this indicates is that the bernedoodle is a pure breed. Elaborating further, the parents of the berndoodle are the pure generations of Bernese and a poodle leading to a pure hybrid which is 50% of each of its parent breeds. 

This is suitable for those who like to have the perfect balance between both varieties and want the first generation hybrids. These can also be useful if you’re focusing 

on breeding more pairs yourself and want to indulge further in the realm of varieties yourself.

The B stands for “backcross“. Normally when you find the letter B in bernedoodles, it means that they have been bred again with a poodle. This makes them more poodle and less Bernese mountain dog. It can be the opposite sometimes as well but that is very rare.

Moreover, if you see the letter B twice in the name it normally means that the bernedoodle has been bred with the poodle twice. This would make the bernedoodle 75-85% poodle and only 15-25% bernese.

The F1 Bernedoodles

Now when we speak about the numbers in the names of generations of bernedoodles, they normally refer to the amount of times that they have been bred. 

For instance, the F1 Bernedoodle is bred once and as mentioned previously, is a purebred. Therefore, it is a 50% poodle and 50% Bernese mountain dog. Since it is a first hybrid, the genetic variations can be much higher. 

The size, nature, and color pattern that they adopt entirely depend upon what gene comes out to be more dominant. Therefore, if you like spontaneity and want nature to do its work uninterrupted, you should surely go for the F1 type.

F1B Bernedoodles

Another generation of the bernedoodle is the F1B. It should be much simpler for you to read the code now and understand what is being portrayed. 

For instance, the F1B is a purebred hybrid which is then bred again with a poodle. This makes it more poodle than a Bernese. Hence, you will find the genes of the poodle much more dominant in this specific variation.

F1BB Bernedoodles

The double B refers to the dog being bred with a poodle twice. Now you might get confused about whether it has been bred once or thrice based on the number and the letters. So allow us to elaborate. 

The F1 is a pure hybrid and the first product of two pure-bred different species of dogs. Then it is bred back twice with a poodle to make it around 80-90% poodle and only 10-20% Bernese mountain dog.

F2 Bernedoodles

As we discussed previously, the number refers mainly to the times that the dog has been bred. For instance, while the F1 is a 50/50 first hybrid, the F2 is a 67/33 second-generation hybrid puppy. This means that it is a product of breeding an F1 pair and getting a similar variant but in the next generation.

As for the ratios, breeding it again would mean that the poodle genetics will dominate leading to 67% poodle and 33% Bernese dog traits roughly.

F2B Bernedoodles

Based upon the previous discussion, you must’ve understood by now what these specific generations of the bernedoodle are. However, if you haven’t gotten a grip yet, we’ve got you covered.

So, the F2B is the second generation hybrid which is bred back to a poodle making it a lot more towards the poodle than the Bernese.

F2BB Bernedoodles

Similar to the F2B the F2BB variant is bred back to the poodle twice which makes it around 90% poodle. This is the best for non-shedding features and makes a great choice for people who suffer from allergies or are scared to develop them.

Which One Should I Get?

To be honest, this is a question that only you can answer as it all comes down to what your likes and preferences are. If you want the poodle to be dominant and a little touch of the Bernese then the F2BB would be the best option for you. If you want both to be balanced then you should go for F1. 

However, if you want the Bernese to be dominant, you might need to get the breeding done yourself.

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Conclusion 

Whether you’re undecided regarding what type of bernedoodle they should take or you’re someone who wants to understand how the process works. We hope that this article would have served both purposes and given you some valuable information. 

Whatever decision you reach, make sure to share your experience and insights with us as well!