The creator of the Labradoodle made international headlines after saying the animal was his biggest regret, but a family in Hawaii who received the first one is defending the breed.

Pixabay(CNN) - The creator of the Labradoodle cross-breed has said he inadvertently unleashed a "Frankenstein('s) monster". Wally Conron, 90, who worked for Guide Dogs Victoria in Australia when he bred the first Labrador-Poodle cross in 1989, spoke of his regrets at having begun a trend for designer breeds on an ABC podcast. "I opened a Pandora's box and released a Frankenstein('s) monster," he said. As no one wanted the two remaining puppies, Conron asked the PR department at his work to spread the message of this new breed. Although Tennant said he doesn't have a problem with cross-breeding in general, he noted that breeders should pay more attention to dog's health.

DETROIT - Like almost every American city, dogs are prevalent in Detroit. But of all the canines, one breed reigns supreme in the Motor City: the Labradoodle. Following the Labradoodle as the most popular breed in Detroit is the Goldendoodle in second place, then Siberian husky, American pit bull terrier and Jack Russell terrier, respectively. A dogs size, cost for ongoing care and personality were the top factors that influenced peoples decision when choosing a companion, the report found. For the complete list of the most popular dog breeds in the country, check out Rovers list.

DETROIT - Dogs, unlike people, can do no wrong, even when they ruin your Pottery Barn carpet. Like almost every American city, dogs are prevalent in Detroit. Following the Labradoodle as the most popular breed in Detroit is the Goldendoodle in second place, then Siberian husky, American pit bull terrier and Jack Russell terrier, respectively. A dog's size, cost for ongoing care and personality were the top factors that influenced people's decision when choosing a companion, the report found. For the complete list of the most popular dog breeds in the country, check out Rover's list.

DETROIT Like almost every American city, dogs are prevalent in Detroit. But of all the canines, one breed reigns supreme in the Motor City: the Labradoodle. Following the Labradoodle as the most popular breed in Detroit is the Goldendoodle in second place, then Siberian husky, American pit bull terrier and Jack Russell terrier, respectively. A dogs size, cost for ongoing care and personality were the top factors that influenced peoples decision when choosing a companion, the report found. For the complete list of the most popular dog breeds in the country, check out Rovers list.