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Cockapoo (Face, Brown)
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Breed Information

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Name Cockapoo
Other names Cockerpoo, Spoodle (AU), Cockerdoodle
Origin United States
Breed Group None
Size Small
Type Cross Breed
Life span 14-18 years
Temperament

Affectionate

Alert

Cheerful

Friendly

Intelligent

Loving

Loyal

Out-going

Playful

Responsive

Social

Height 10-15 inches (25-38 cm)
Weight 12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg)
Colors

Black

Black and Tan

Brown

Red

Silver

White

Litter Size 4-6 puppies
Puppy Prices

Average $1000 - $2000

Generally, you can expect to spend between $800 to $2500 on a Cockapoo. The price range of this puppy depends upon numerous factors. You will pay less if you want to get a puppy from a rescue firm. But, if you buy a Cockapoo puppy from a decent breed, you will pay between $1,500 to $3,000 based on the breeder’s reputation.

Breed Characteristics

Adaptability

5 stars

Apartment Friendly

5 stars

The Cockapoo is a good breed for an apartment or condominium.

Barking Tendencies

3 stars

Occassional

Cat Friendly

5 stars

Child Friendly

4 stars

Good with Kids: This is a suitable breed for kids and is known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around them.

Dog Friendly

5 stars

Exercise Needs

3 stars

The Cockapoo has low exercise demands. A small yard where it can run freely and an occasional walk, in addition to its indoor antics, will keep it happy.

Grooming

5 stars

High Maintenance: Grooming should be performed often to keep the dog's coat in good shape. Professional groomers can be sought after for assistance. Occasional trimming or stripping needed.

Health Issues

3 stars

Hypoallergenic: NoPurebred Poodles and Cocker Spaniels can also suffer from a number of eye disorders, including progressive retinal atrophy (PRA). A CERF (Canine Eye Registration Foundation) exam and DNA test for PRA should therefore be performed before breeding. Like many floppy-eared breeds, Cockapoos can be subject to ear infections, and it is important to keep their ears clean and dry.

Intelligence

3 stars

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Playfulness

3 stars

Shedding Level

3 stars

Moderate Shedding: Cockapoos do not shed much, however the coat does require extensive grooming.

Stranger Friendly

5 stars

Trainability

4 stars

Moderately Easy Training: Cockapoos are intelligent and eager to please, which usually makes training a simple procedure. A consistent but not overly firm approach is required. House training the Cockapoo may be difficult.

Watchdog Ability

3 stars

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Cockapoo Puppy (Face, Muzzle)
Face, Muzzle

Cockapoo Names

Rank Boy Names Girl Names
01 Buddy Molly
02 Cooper Lucy
03 Toby Coco
04 Jack Luna
05 Tucker Abbie
06 Oliver Zoe
07 Teddy Lola
08 Sam Emma
09 Dexter Riley
10 Louie Penny
100 Cute Puppy Names ›

Overview

The Cockapoo is not a purebred dog. It is a cross between the Cocker Spaniel and the Poodle. The best way to determine the temperament of a mixed breed is to look up all breeds in the cross and know you can get any combination of any of the characteristics found in either breed. Not all of these designer hybrid dogs being bred are 50% purebred to 50% purebred. It is very common for breeders to breed multi-generation crosses. Note: some Cockapoo clubs are working toward making the Cockapoo a purebred dog by multi-generation crossing, while other breeders are sticking to the basic Poodle / Cocker mix, stating they wish to preserve the heterosis effect in the hybrid mix. Ask the breeder you contact which type of Cockapoo they are breeding.

Cockapoos have become popular because they generally combine the outgoing, loving personality of the Cocker Spaniel with the low-shedding, low-dander qualities of the Poodle. Cockapoos are active, and thrive when they receive regular exercise. Cockapoos can be very agile, excelling at "retrieve" games and enjoying activities such as swimming. Cockapoos are frequently very needy dogs and as such are not suitable to be left alone for long periods as they frequently suffer from separation distress or anxiety. The Cockapoo is a cross-breed, not a purebred, and does not "breed true." In breeders' terms, "breeding true" means that the pups will have consistently predictable characteristics. Cockapoos, however, may inherit the characteristics of either or both their parent breeds. While some Cockapoos appear more similar to Cocker Spaniels, others will exhibit more Poodle traits, creating a variation in Cockapoo appearance and temperament.

History

A Cockapoo can be the result of mating either the American Cocker Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel with a Poodle. They have been known in the United States since the 1950s. Purebred breed associations such as The Kennel Club, the American Kennel Club, the United Kennel Club, or the Canadian Kennel Club, do not recognize the Cockapoo. Due to their popularity, Cockapoos are one of the mixed breed dogs most susceptible to be bred by puppy farms or unscrupulous amateur breeders looking to maximize profit. Potential owners should carefully research where they are purchasing their puppy from in order not to support this industry.

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