Tamaruke Breed or Öodle Crossbreed"?

Understanding the Difference

One of the questions we are asked most often is:

"Is a Tamaruke just another oodle?"

The simple answer is no.

While the Tamaruke may share some characteristics that people associate with popular oodle crossbreeds (Labradoodles, Groodles, Spoodles - even Borderdoodles —such as an affectionate nature and a low-shedding coat—the Tamaruke Breed has been developed through a very different philosophy and over a much longer period of considered breed development and Genetic Testing and selection.

Understanding that difference can help families make an informed decision when choosing the right companion for their home.

What is an Oodle Crossbreed?

An oodle is generally the result of crossing two different breeds, often with the intention of combining desirable characteristics from each parent. This is a "Let's hope and see what happens approach"

Many families have enjoyed wonderful companions from these crosses, and there are many responsible breeders who work hard to produce healthy, well-socialised puppies. This, however os not genetic development

However, because the puppies are the offspring of two different breeds, the characteristics within a litter can vary considerably. Inconsistency in Coat type, size, temperament, shedding and other traits may differ from one puppy to another.

This natural variation is part of producing a crossbreed.

What is the Tamaruke Breed?

The Tamaruke is not simply a first-generation cross.

The breed has been under careful development for more than 40 years, with each generation selected to strengthen consistency in temperament, health, structure and overall suitability as a modern companion dog.

Rather than combining two breeds and hoping for a particular outcome, the Tamaruke has been developed through generations of thoughtful selection and evaluation.

Every generation contributes to improving the predictability of the next.

A Focus on Consistency

One of the primary goals of any established breeding program is consistency.

At Ellington, our objective has always been to produce Tamarukes that display reliable characteristics from one generation to the next.

This includes:

• Calm, people-focused temperaments.

• Intelligence and willingness to learn.

• Companion suitability.

• Strong health and wellbeing.

• Non-shedding coats.

• Sound structure.

• Adaptability to modern family life.

Every puppy is an individual, but careful breed development helps create greater consistency across generations.

More Than Appearance

When people think about choosing a puppy, appearance is often the first thing they notice.

For us, appearance has never been the priority.

Temperament, health, emotional stability and the ability to integrate successfully into family life have always guided our breeding decisions.

Beautiful dogs are wonderful—but exceptional companions are our true objective.

Developed for Modern Family Living

Families today expect much more from their dogs than ever before.

They are looking for companions that can happily become part of everyday life—whether that means relaxing at home, joining family adventures, supporting children or, for some Tamarukes, progressing into assistance or facility roles.

These qualities have remained central to the Tamaruke Breed throughout its development.

Responsible Breed Development

Developing a breed is a long-term commitment.

It requires careful record keeping, ongoing evaluation, thoughtful selection and a willingness to continually learn and improve.

For more than four decades, every generation of Tamarukes has contributed to building a breed centred on welfare, temperament and health.

That commitment continues today.

Every Puppy is Still an Individual

Whether a puppy belongs to an established breed, a developing breed or a crossbreed, every dog has its own unique personality.

Early nurturing, appropriate social experiences, ongoing training and a loving family all play an important role in helping a puppy reach its full potential.

No responsible breeder can promise perfection, but thoughtful breed development can improve consistency and predictability over generations.

Choosing the Right Companion

There is no single "perfect" dog for every family.

The most important decision is finding a puppy whose temperament, size and characteristics suit your lifestyle and expectations.

For families seeking a companion developed over generations with an emphasis on health, temperament, intelligence and family suitability, the Tamaruke offers a unique story—one shaped by more than 40 years of careful breed development.

At Ellington, every Tamaruke puppy represents another chapter in that ongoing journey.

Our commitment has always been the same: to responsibly develop exceptional companion dogs that enrich the lives of the families who welcome them home.