F2 Bernedoodle Complete Guide
Have you ever heard of Bernedoodles? These adorable dogs are also called Bernese Mountain Doodles, Bernese Mountain Poos, or Bernese Poodles.

Do Bernedoodle generations leave you confused? How do you know which type of Bernedoodle to get? What are the best Bernedoodle generations?
Given I am a Poodle mix expert, I get approached all the time by people confused about Bernedoodle generations. But I got you covered!
Bernedoodles are a delight to look at and have at home. Their happy-looking face, combined with their sharp intelligence, energetic nature, and playful, friendly, and easy temperament make them a much sought-after pet across the world.

Did you know the Bernedoodle is a designer dog? Bernese Mountain Dogs are bred with Poodles, usually Standard Poodles, to create this charming and goofy breed. Some breeders may use a Miniature or Toy Poodle instead to create a smaller, cuter Bernedoodle.
Bernedoodles usually shed less hair and are hypoallergenic, so they are great for those with allergies. However, this characteristic entirely depends on the generation of the Bernedoodle. The Bernedoodle’s generation also determines many other characteristics like its health, temperament, weight, coat texture, and color.
I’m here to tell you everything you need to know about the different Bernedoodle generations. With this information, you can confidently select your ideal, perfect pet.
What Does The Bernedoodle Generation Terminology Mean?
- The terminology around Bernedoodle generations can seem pretty confusing to first-time pet owners. Let us simplify the terms used to describe Bernedoodle generations so you can understand them easily.
- One letter you’ll find common in the naming of all generations of hybrid or designer dogs is “F”, which stands for “Filial Hybrid.” It means that the crossbreed in question is the offspring of two different purebred dogs.
- The number in the generation types signifies the generation. So the number 1 in “F1” means the first generation of Bernedoodles, and 2 in “F2” means the second generation, and so on.
- The letter “B” in F1B Bernedoodle means backcross. Backcross in Bernedoodles means that a Bernedoodle has mated with a purebred Poodle or purebred Bernese Mountain Dog.
- However, breeders usually prefer breeding a Bernedoodle with a purebred Poodle. Want to know why?
- First, this helps the Bernedoodle to get the best traits of its Poodle parent. Second, Poodles don’t shed much hair and are hypoallergenic. Purebred Bernese Mountain Dogs, on the other hand, are moderate to heavy shedders who shed all year long.
- However, sometimes, a Bernedoodle may be mated with a purebred Bernese Mountain Dog. What happens here?
- In this case, they get more genes of the latter, which is undesirable and also rare. If you’re unsure about the parentage of your pet, contact your breeder.
An Overview Of The Best Bernedoodle Generations
Before we start talking about the traits of each Bernedoodle generation, let’s quickly analyze the genetic composition of each generation. This should help you discern their parentage better.
Generation | Bernese Mountain Dog % | Poodle % |
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F1 Bernedoodle | 50% | 50% |
F1B Bernedoodle | 25% | 75% |
F1BB Bernedoodle | 12.5% | 87.5% |
F2 Bernedoodle | 50% (if from two F1s) | 50% (if from two F1s) |
F2B Bernedoodle | 37.5% (If F1:F1b) | 62.5% |
F2BB Bernedoodle | 18.75% | 81.25% |
F3 Bernedoodle | F2 equivalent | F2 equivalent |