If there’s one breed that proves grooming is basically magic, it’s the Labradoodle. That before-and-after transformation from shaggy, matted mess to a perfectly rounded teddy bear face never gets old, and it’s exactly why groomers love working with this coat.
Labradoodles come in a huge range of textures, from tight, curly fleece coats to loose, wavy hair, and colors, from cream and apricot to deep chocolate. That variety means there’s a near-endless number of looks to choose from, whether you want the classic teddy bear trim, a natural shaggy look, or something dressed up for a special occasion.
We’ve gathered 15 gorgeous Labradoodle looks covering every coat type, color, and setting. Let’s find your pup’s next style.
1. The Before & After Teddy Bear Transformation
A side-by-side comparison shows a golden Labradoodle before and after a full groom. In the “before” photo, the coat is long, shaggy, and slightly matted, covering the eyes almost entirely. In the “after” photo, the same dog sits with a neatly rounded teddy bear face, trimmed even body length, and visible eyes and expression, with grooming tools like a comb and brush laid out nearby. Bright indoor living room setting, before-and-after grooming showcase photography.
Why it’s adorable: There’s nothing more satisfying than watching a shaggy sheepdog silhouette transform into a crisp, expressive teddy bear face in one sitting.
Maintenance level: High. This clean, rounded shape needs a professional trim every 6-8 weeks and brushing 3-4 times a week to prevent matting between visits.
Best for: Owners who love the polished teddy bear look, or anyone curious what a full groom can really do.
2. The Golden Hour Living Room Bounce
A rich apricot-red Labradoodle stands mid-motion on a hardwood floor, tail curled up and tongue out in a happy pant. The coat is loosely curled and full-bodied, trimmed to a medium length that still shows plenty of natural wave. A cozy living room with a patterned rug and armchair fills the background, lit by warm window light. Candid indoor lifestyle pet photography.
Why it’s adorable: The mid-bounce energy and open grin capture the Labradoodle’s famously goofy, joyful personality perfectly.
Maintenance level: Medium to high. A medium-length curly coat like this needs brushing every other day and a trim every 6 weeks to avoid tangles.
Best for: Energetic households, active dogs, or owners who like a slightly looser, less sculpted curl.
3. The Patio Rope Toy Portrait
A deep apricot Labradoodle sits attentively on a stone patio beside a knotted rope toy, coat trimmed into a dense, tightly curled fleece texture. Potted plants, string lights, and outdoor furniture soften the background in warm evening light. The face has a full, rounded muzzle with a slightly longer beard trim. Warm golden-hour outdoor lifestyle photography.
Why it’s adorable: The tight, springy curls give this dog an almost sculptural texture, and the patient “waiting to play” pose is instantly relatable.
Maintenance level: High. Tight fleece curls like these mat easily and need brushing every other day, plus trims every 6 weeks.
Best for: Backyard photos, playful portraits, or owners who love a dense, curly coat texture.
4. The Autumn Garden Duo
A cream-colored Labradoodle and a smaller apricot-gold Labradoodle stand side by side on a brick garden path, coats loose and wavy with a slightly shaggy, natural texture. Autumn trees with golden foliage arch overhead, and a stone wall lines the path behind them. Both dogs have longer, less-groomed coats that move freely in the breeze. Warm seasonal outdoor lifestyle photography.
Why it’s adorable: The size and color contrast between the two dogs is striking, and the loose, natural coats give this pair a rustic, storybook charm.
Maintenance level: Medium. This shaggier, natural length still needs regular brushing to prevent matting, even without frequent trims.
Best for: Multi-dog households, autumn photoshoots, or owners who prefer a low-fuss natural look.
5. The Monogrammed Bandana Bow
A rich red-gold Labradoodle puppy sits on a cream sofa wearing a tan monogrammed bandana and a small brown bow clipped between the ears. The coat is soft, loosely curled, and still developing its adult texture, with a bookshelf and potted plants softly blurred behind. Bright, cozy indoor lifestyle photography.
Why it’s adorable: The tiny bow paired with the personalized bandana adds a sweet, dressed-up touch to an otherwise laid-back puppy look.
Maintenance level: Medium. Puppy coats at this stage need brushing several times a week to keep the developing curls tangle-free.
Best for: Puppy portraits, personalized accessories, or new Labradoodle owners documenting the early months.
6. The Leashed Patio Puppy
A soft apricot-gold Labradoodle puppy sits on a terracotta-tiled patio, attached to a brown leather leash and collar. The coat is tightly curled and plush, framing a round puppy face with warm brown eyes. Potted herbs and a wooden fence create a relaxed backyard backdrop. Bright, natural outdoor puppy photography.
Why it’s adorable: The dense, plush curls already show the breed’s signature texture, and the attentive, leash-ready pose is peak good-puppy energy.
Maintenance level: Medium. Regular brushing at this stage helps train the curl pattern and prevents early matting.
Best for: Leash training photos, puppy milestones, or backyard portraits.
7. The Sunlit Living Room Stride
A vibrant red-gold Labradoodle stands mid-stride in a bright, plant-filled living room, tail raised and tongue out in an open, happy pant. The coat is densely curled and voluminous, trimmed to a medium length that keeps its natural bounce. Sheer curtains and leafy houseplants fill the softly lit background. Bright, airy indoor lifestyle photography.
Why it’s adorable: The full, voluminous curls combined with that mid-stride energy make this dog look like it’s genuinely having the best day of its life.
Maintenance level: High. This full, dense curl pattern needs brushing every other day and trims every 6 weeks to maintain its shape and bounce.
Best for: Active households, bright modern interiors, or owners who love a fuller, more voluminous curl.
8. The Studio Puppy Portrait
A cream-colored Labradoodle puppy sits against a plain white studio backdrop, with a few loose strands of hay scattered at its feet. The coat is soft, loosely curled, and evenly toned in a pale cream shade, giving the puppy a gentle, minimalist look. Clean, soft studio lighting, neutral minimalist puppy photography.
Why it’s adorable: The stripped-back studio setting puts all the focus on the puppy’s soft cream coat and gentle expression, no distractions needed.
Maintenance level: Low to medium. At this early puppy stage, occasional brushing is enough to keep the soft coat tangle-free.
Best for: Breeder photos, birth announcements, or clean, minimalist puppy portraits.
9. The Close-Up Amber Eyes Portrait
A close-up portrait of a golden-apricot Labradoodle wearing a light blue floral collar, showing off striking amber eyes and a dense, tightly curled coat. A cozy home interior with bookshelves and hanging plants fills the soft-focus background. The fur is trimmed short around the face for a cleaner, more defined expression. Warm, intimate indoor portrait photography.
Why it’s adorable: Those amber eyes are the star here, framed perfectly by a shorter face trim and a sweet floral collar.
Maintenance level: High. A defined face trim like this needs touch-ups every 4-5 weeks to keep the features clean and visible.
Best for: Close-up portraits, collar and accessory photos, or owners who prefer a shorter face trim.
10. The Chocolate, Cream & Gold Trio
Three Labradoodles sit side by side on a beige armchair: a deep chocolate-brown dog with a shaggier coat, a pure cream dog with a slightly wavy texture, and a golden-apricot dog with tighter curls. Sheer curtains and a bookshelf with potted plants fill the warm, sunlit background. Bright indoor multi-dog lifestyle photography.
Why it’s adorable: Three different coat colors and textures lined up together is a great visual reminder of just how varied Labradoodle coats can be.
Maintenance level: Varies by dog. The chocolate coat here is shaggier and lower-maintenance, while the tighter golden curls need more frequent brushing.
Best for: Multi-dog households, color comparison photos, or families with more than one Labradoodle.
11. The Nose-to-Nose Nap
A small red-gold toy poodle with a pink bow rests nose to nose with a larger cream Labradoodle puppy on a plaid wool blanket. Both dogs have their eyes half-closed in a sleepy, relaxed moment. Soft natural window light fills the cozy indoor setting. Intimate, candid pet lifestyle photography.
Why it’s adorable: The size difference and the gentle, sleepy closeness make this one of the coziest, most tender shots on the list.
Maintenance level: Medium. The Labradoodle’s looser curls need regular brushing, especially around the face where they rest against other surfaces.
Best for: Multi-pet households, nap-time content, or quiet, tender portraits.
12. The Pearl Necklace Car Ride
A small apricot toy poodle and a larger cream Labradoodle sit together in a padded car booster seat, both wearing matching pearl necklaces. The Labradoodle’s coat is loosely curled and slightly windblown, while the smaller dog’s curls are tighter and neater. Soft overcast light fills the car interior. Candid travel lifestyle pet photography.
Why it’s adorable: The matching pearls on two very differently sized dogs is a delightfully over-the-top styling choice that never fails to charm.
Maintenance level: Medium. A well-brushed coat like the Labradoodle’s here still needs upkeep every few days to stay road-trip ready.
Best for: Multi-dog travel, accessory pairings, or dressed-up outing photos.
13. The Rustic Entryway Stand
A rich apricot Labradoodle sits beside a rustic wooden console table topped with a small bronze dog statue and potted greenery. The coat is densely curled and full, trimmed to a rounded, teddy bear-style shape around the face. A large window and woven basket fill the warm, sunlit background. Bright, textured indoor lifestyle photography.
Why it’s adorable: The dense, rounded curls paired with the rustic wood and bronze dog figurine give this a polished, editorial-home feel.
Maintenance level: High. This full, rounded shape needs trims every 6 weeks and brushing every other day to hold its form.
Best for: Home decor photography, editorial-style portraits, or owners who love a classic rounded curl.
14. The Mountain Lake Duo
A cream Labradoodle and a smaller chocolate-brown Labradoodle stand together on a moss-covered boulder beside a still mountain lake, surrounded by pine forest. Both coats are loosely curled and slightly damp, with a natural, untrimmed texture. Soft overcast light reflects off the calm water. Scenic outdoor adventure pet photography.
Why it’s adorable: The wild, natural coats against the dramatic mountain lake backdrop give this pair a rugged, outdoorsy charm that’s a nice change from polished salon looks.
Maintenance level: Medium. This natural, looser texture is lower-maintenance but still needs a thorough brush-out after outdoor adventures.
Best for: Hiking and outdoor adventures, nature photography, or multi-dog trail companions.
15. The Willow Pond Portrait
A deep apricot-red Labradoodle sits on a moss-covered stone ledge beside a still pond, framed by trailing willow branches and reeds. The coat is densely curled with a slightly tousled, windswept texture, and a full beard frames the muzzle. Soft evening light reflects off the calm water behind. Tranquil, nature-inspired outdoor portrait photography.
Why it’s adorable: The willow branches and still water create a painterly, almost dreamlike backdrop that really lets the rich apricot curls shine.
Maintenance level: High. Dense curls like these need brushing every other day and trims every 6 weeks, especially after time spent near water and greenery.
Best for: Nature portraits, rich-colored coats, or peaceful outdoor settings.
Final Thoughts
Across all fifteen looks, the Labradoodle proves it’s one of the most versatile breeds to groom. From the dramatic before-and-after teddy bear transformation (#1) to the wild, untrimmed mountain look (#14), this breed’s coat can go anywhere between polished and wonderfully shaggy.
The tightly curled, rounded looks (like #1, #7, and #13) are stunning but demand real commitment: brushing every other day and trims every 6 weeks. If that’s more upkeep than you’re after, the looser, more natural styles (like #4 and #14) still let that signature curl shine through with far less fuss.
Whatever look you choose, consistent brushing is non-negotiable for this breed; skip more than a few days and those curls can mat fast. Stay on top of it, and your Labradoodle will always be ready for their close-up.