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History
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The Cavapoo breed originated when designer breeders in Australia started intentionally mixing Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Poodles in the late 1990s. Breeders wanted to mix the outgoing and calmer nature of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel with the intelligence of a Poodle.
Description.
Cavapoos make for great family pets and are known for their affectionate and friendly nature. They love human interaction and enjoy playing at home or in the park. Cavapoos are extremely friendly and adaptable dogs that get on well with young children and other pets.
Key Facts
- Height: 8-13”
- Size: Very small/Small
- Weight: 8-18lbs
- Availability: Might take some effort to find
- Talents: Performing tricks, Companionship
Notes
Cavapoos offer loving companionship and few breeds compare to their smart, cuddlesome, and playful nature. This crossbreed might also be a good choice as a low-allergen pet.
Behavior
- Children: Excellent with children
- Friendliness: Very Friendly
- Trainability: Fairly easy to train
- Independence: Fairly independent
- Dominance: Moderate
- Other Pets: Great with other pets
- Combativeness: Friendly with other pets
- Noise: Little Barking
- Indoors: Moderately active indoors
- Owner: Good for novice owners
Care
- Grooming: Regular grooming needed
- Trimming and Stripping: Some trimming or stripping needed
- Coat: Curly/Medium coat
- Shedding: None or Very Light
- Docking: Ears and tail are not cropped or docked
- Exercise: Moderate exercise needed
- Jogging: A good jogging companion
- Apartments: If sufficiently exercised, will be okay in an apartment
- Outdoor Space: Ok with or without a yard if exercised
- Climate: Does well in most climates
- Longevity: Average (12 to 15 years)