Designer / Mixed Breed Regular energy Wavy coat Designer / Mixed Breed 🐩 Poodle mix

Cockapoo

Gentle, Active, Smart

Cockapoo is a designer cross between the Cocker Spaniel and the Poodle (Miniature). This mix usually weighs about 13-24 pounds, often has a wavy or fleece-like coat, and often blends a balanced mix of playfulness and settle-down time from both sides of the pedigree. Common monito…

⚖️ 13.23–24.25 lbs 📏 11.7–15.2" 🎂 10–16 years 🧠 Intelligence #20 — above-average

Traits

Cockapoo Characteristics

Energy

60%

Shedding

40%

Trainability

100%

Grooming

80%

Friendliness

100%

Coat Type

Wavy coat Specialty/Professional

Breed data

Data Snapshot

🧠 #20

Intelligence

🎂 13yr

Average lifespan

💰 $17K

Lifetime cost

🍖 $313/yr

Annual food estimate

👨‍👩‍👧 Great

With kids

🩺 3

Known conditions

Known genetic concerns: Ear infections, Luxating Patella, Liver disease

Owner resources

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Cockapoo food & nutrition tools
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Cockapoo training & walking gear
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For Cockapoo owners
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Care basics

Cockapoo Care Tips

Benefits from 30-60 minutes of daily walks, play, and light training games.

Coat can mat quickly—brush several times per week and plan regular professional grooming.

Usually responds well to positive-reinforcement training and early socialization.

Owner fit

Who the Cockapoo Suits

  • Best suited to owners with some dog experience — difficulty rated 5/10.

  • Urban-friendly: adapts well to apartment or townhouse living when daily exercise is consistent.

  • Naturally friendly and energetic, this breed fits best with early socialization and clear routines.

Before you choose

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