Cockapoo Breed Information
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Color(s):
white, cream, tan, apricot,
red, and all combinations of these.
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Coat:
The Cockapoo is a mixed breed
without a breed standard, however the preferred coat
is dense, curly or heavily wavy, and close. The
Cockapoo should carry coat characteristics from both
the Poodle and the Cocker Spaniel. The coat of the
Cockapoo will vary from dog to dog. Some will have
the sleeker coat of the spaniel, while others may
have curlier, coarser fur like a Poodle. For many
Cockapoo's, their hair will be a mixture somewhere
between the two.
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Overview:
Cockapoos have been known in the United States since
about 1950 and they have continued to increase in
popularity. 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.
The Cockapoo is highly
intelligent, retaining much of that from the Poodle
breed, and becoming very popular as a companion
animal. A sturdy little dog, they have a great
disposition. This breed can also be somewhat passive
and can also be dog aggressive if not given the
proper socialization.
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Character:
The Cockapoo is loyal,
intelligent, and very affectionate. This dog is
fairly easy to train being mixed with what is said
to be one of the smartest dogs in the world. Being
that this dog is mixed with the Poodle, he makes a
wonderful training student. Having a very sweet
nature, this dog is sure to steal the hearts of
many.
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Temperament:
This breed is eager to
please, vigorous, and friendly, making him a
popular choice as a companion. The Cockapoo
generally gets along with children and other
animals, but as with any dog should always be
supervised.
Health/Life Expectancy: Although most cockapoos are healthy, they can suffer from certain problems common to their parent breeds. Both poodles and cocker spaniels can suffer from luxating patellas (loose knees). Poodles and cocker spaniels can also suffer from a number of eye disorders, including (PRA). Like many floppy-eared breeds, cockapoos can be subject to ear infections, and it's important to keep their ears clean and dry. Although they can suffer from certain health problems, overall cockapoos are healthy, happy dogs. As with a lot of smaller dogs they tend to be quite long-lived, and it's not unusual for cockapoos to live to 15 years or more.
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Care:
The Cockapoo should be
brushed regularly. Regular brushing and trimming
will keep the hair healthy and matt-free. This
breed is little to no shedding, however when
being brushed hair does come out making shedding
even less common.
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Training:
The Cockapoo is a very
intelligent dog, making training a breeze at times.
This dog does well in obedience, and with the right
training techniques and proper handling this dog
will thrive. This dog requires firm handling, but
can be somewhat sensitive to the tone of your voice
so training should be consistent and relatively firm
yet gentle.
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Activity:
The Cockapoo is a
happy-go-lucky dog that loves to run and play with
his family, they also enjoy swimming. No yard is
fine, but this dog does require daily walks. They
also have the tendency to overeat so exercise is
needed for this dog to stay healthy.
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