If you want to get a new dog, then explore both mixed breeds and designer breeds if you don't want a purebred dog. You can buy a mixed breed (or a more common designer breed dog) from a breeder, or you can check your local animal shelter or community paper advertisements for aussiedoodle puppies and other types of dogs. 

No matter what kind of dog you choose for your home, you should do your research to make sure it's right for you. What about aussiedoodle puppies? Are they right for you? Here's a guide to help you learn about this designer breed and if you should get one.

OK, so what's an aussiedoodle?

An aussiedoodle is a fancy way to call a dog an Australian shepherd and standard poodle mix. A mini aussiedoodle is the same thing, but only a miniature poodle instead of a standard poodle being crossed. This is a type of dog that people often get because of its intelligence as both breeds are known to be quite smart. Some people also like this mix of dog because of its attractive appeal and friendliness with families and children.

So, should you get an aussiedoodle?

Should you get an aussiedoodle? This is up to you, but there are several reasons why you should at least consider looking at aussiedoodle puppies for sale by a responsible breeder or at your local animal shelter.

For starters, if you want a low-shed dog, then an aussiedoodle or other poodle mix (or a purebred poodle) is a wise choice. These dogs are lower shed and considered hypoallergenic for many people and can be a great type of dog to have in the home. Secondly, these dogs are known to be energetic and protective without being aggressive or very high-maintenance breeds. The most important thing to remember is that both the Australian shepherd and the poodle are working dogs — the former for cattle work and the latter for hunting — making both breeds put in one dog highly likely that any aussiedoodle puppies you'd choose would want to stay active and stimulated.

Any puppy you choose for your home will want to become part of your family and will do best as both an indoor and outdoor pup. You want to do your research and make sure you can afford to take care of any puppy you choose for its entire life.