The shepadoodle is a cross between two of the most prominent working breeds, the German shepherd and the standard poodle, the German Shepherd poodle mix displays many of the traits from both of these breeds. Their temperament is loyal, loving, and hard-working, and this breed loves to learn new things. German shepherd poodle mixes are intelligent and eager to please their owners, making them a great choice for a working dog, service dog, or just a companion animal.

As a relatively newer dog breed, the first German shepherd poodle mix can be traced back to the 1960s. They were initially bred to be military police dogs for the United States Army and are still used in this capacity today. However, in recent years, this breed has gained popularity as a protective and affectionate companion dog.