Cavapoo vs Cockapoo – Which one is a better dog breed for you?
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| Name | Cavapoo | Cockapoo |
|---|---|---|
| Origins |  Australia |  United States |
| Group | Companion Dogs | Designer Dogs |
| Popularity Rank | 555 | 196 |
| Reviews | 7 | 2 |
| Rate |
| Other Names | Cavoodle | Cockerpoo, Spoodle (AU), Cockerdoodle |
|---|---|---|
| Breed Type | Cross Breed | Cross Breed |
| AKC Group | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
| FCI Group | Not recognized by FCI. | Not recognized by FCI. |
| Breed Recognition | American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. International Designer Canine Registry | American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry |
| Price | $1200-$1800 | 900-1100 |
General Appearance - Cavapoo vs Cockapoo
| Size | Small Medium | Small |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg) | 12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg) |
| Avg. Weight | 18 pounds (5.7.5 kg) | 18 pounds (5.7.5 kg) |
| Height | 11-18 inches (28-45 cm) | 10-15 inches (25-38 cm) |
| Avg. Height | 14.5 inches (36.5 cm) | 12.5 inches (31.5 cm) |
Hair & Care - Cavapoo vs Cockapoo
| Coat | Curly Wavy Straight | Curly Wavy |
|---|---|---|
| Colors | Black White Chestnut Tricolor Apricot Cream Sable Red sable Phantom | Black Brown Silver Tan Red White |
| Grooming | Advanced: The Cavapoo requires a lot of grooming. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. |
| Shedding Level | Cavapoos shed moderately. | Cockapoos are low shedders. |
Characteristics - Cavapoo vs Cockapoo
| Temperament | Gentle Loving Intelligent | Affectionate Cheerful Intelligent Loyal Playful Social Alert Friendly Loving Going Responsive |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligent Rank | Very smart: Cavapoo is an excellent dog breed. | Average: Cockapoo's has average obedience intelligence. |
| Trainability | Cavapoos are very easy to train. | Cockapoos are easy to train. |
| Playfulness | Cavapoos, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Cockapoo is a playful breed. |
| Sensitivity Level | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
| Affection Level | Cavapoos are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Cockapoos are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
| Social Needs | Cavapoos need a lot of social interaction. | Cockapoos are a social breed. |
| Barking | Average: The Cavapoo barks occasionally. | Average: The Cockapoo barks occasionally. |
| Watchdog Ability | Cavapoos are one of the best watchdogs. | Cockapoos are average watchdogs. |
| Territorial | Cavapoos are not the best to protect their territory. | Cockapoos are average defenders. |
| Biting Potential |
Low The Cavapoo has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Low The Cockapoo has a low chance of biting somebody. |
| Mouthiness | Cavapoos have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Cockapoos have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. |
| Impulse to Wander or Roam | Cavapoos tend to escape less than other breeds. | Cockapoos have average wanderlust potential. |
| Prey Drive | Cavapoos have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. | Cockapoos don't have an impulse to catch or chase small animals. |
| Apartment Friendly | Cavapoos are very apartment-friendly dogs. | Cockapoos are very apartment-friendly dogs. |
| Adaptability | Cavapoos adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Cockapoos adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
| Tolerates Being Left Alone | Cavapoos tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Cockapoos do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. |
| Fighting Dog |
Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Good With - Cavapoo vs Cockapoo
| Stranger Friendly | Cavapoos are very stranger friendly dogs. | Cockapoos are very stranger friendly dogs. |
|---|---|---|
| Child Friendly | Cavapoos are average friendly dogs towards children. | Cockapoos are kid-friendly dogs. |
| Cat Friendly | Cavapoos are average friendly towards cats. | Cockapoos are very cat-friendly dogs. |
| Dog Friendly | Cavapoos are very dog-friendly dogs. | Cockapoos are very dog-friendly dogs. |
| Office Friendly |
No Cavapoo is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Cockapoo is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
| Senior Citizens Friendly | Cavapoos are commonly okay with elderly people. | Cockapoos are usually recommended for elderly people. |
| Pet Friendly | Cavapoos are generally with other pets. | Cockapoos are one of the friendliest dog breeds. |
| Good For First Time Owners |
No Cavapoos are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
No Cockapoos are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
| Service Dog |
Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. |
Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
| Therapy Dog |
Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog. |
| Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog |
Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones. |
Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones. |
| Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) |
Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people. |
Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people. |
| Boat Dog |
Yes Cavapoo breed usually likes being on a boat. |
Not really Cockapoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
| Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog |
Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Health Factors - Cavapoo vs Cockapoo
| Health Issues | Very healthy dog breed. | The Cockapoo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
|---|---|---|
| Health Problems | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation | Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) |
| Life Expectancy | 10-15 years | 14-18 years |
| Hypoallergenic | Yes | No |
| Energy Level | Cavapoos have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Cockapoos have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
| Exercise Need | Cavapoos have an average exercise need. | Cockapoos have an average exercise need. |
| Sleeping Need | Cavapoos are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping. | Cockapoos sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed. |
| Avg. daily food consumption | 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
| Weight Gain Potential | Average to High. | Average to High. |
| Weather & Climate |
Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cavapoo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Tolerates warm and cold weather. |
| Stinkiness |
Medium The Cavapoo has an average chance of bad smell. |
Medium The Cockapoo has an average chance of bad smell. |
| Drooling tendency | The Cavapoo is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency. | The Cockapoo is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency. |
Reproducibility - Cavapoo vs Cockapoo
| Gestation Length | 60-64 days | 60-64 days |
|---|---|---|
| How often can the have a litter? |
Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
| Litter Size | 2-8 puppies | 4-6 puppies |
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- Nicola Griffiths
Jun 12, 2020, 7:54:02 AM:
Good clear information
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- kasra
Jul 30, 2020, 12:35:46 AM:
great info
- Jane Gibson
Jan 12, 2021, 4:48:49 AM:
Very accurate description of a sweet loving and intelligent dog, the Cockapoo.