The Labradoodle is a crossbreed dog created by crossing a Labrador Retriever and a Standard Miniature, or Toy Poodle.

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The term Labradoodle was first used by Donald Campbell to describe his dog, a Labrador / Poodle cross (1955). However, the use of a Labradoodle as a guide / service dog was not common until 1989 when Australian breeder Wally Conron introduced the cross-breed to the Royal Guide Dog Association of Australia. Labradoodles are now widely used around the world as guide, assistance and therapy dogs. They are also popular family dogs.

Currently, as with other mixed breeds, Labradoodles are not considered a purebred or breed by major kennel club associations.