Cavapoos

What is a Cavapoo? Cavapoos are a cross between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Poodle. Usually, the poodle parent is a Toy or Miniature Poodle, but larger Cavapoos might be the result of crossing with a larger Poodle-type dog . They’ve become increasingly popular in recent years, alongside other popular Poodle crosses like Cockapoos, but they may actually date back to the 1950s. Part of their appeal is the vast array of colours and coat types that are possible from crossing these two breeds. Their appeal is due to their fun nature and low tendency to shed. Cavapoos can inherit a hypoallergenic coat from the Poodle side of their DNA. Cavapoo types and colours Depending on the colour of the parents, Cavapoo pups can come in a range of colours: They can be one solid colour or a mix of two or three colours. You cannot predict or plan a Cavapoo’s colouring before birth. Coat colours have also been known to fade, lighten or change slightly as your cavapoo puppy matures – this is perfectly normal. Cavapoos are usually small dogs, bred from toy or miniature Poodles and their diminutive size is usually seen as a desirable trait. You might see them advertised as toy Cavapoos, mini Cavapoos or Teacup Cavapoos. Be careful though – unless you meet both parents you’ve no real guarantee that your Cavapoo pup will stay small as they could be bred from a larger-size Poodle. Cavapoo temperament and characteristics Cavapoos make excellent family pets because of their sweet and gentle temperament, combined with high intelligence. But you’ll still need to make time for regular training and socialisation to have a happy and well-balanced dog. Some people are taken off guard by how high-energy these teddy bear-like little dogs can be, especially during the puppy stage. The most important thing is to start Cavapoo training as soon as possible and combine it with lots of fun to keep their clever brains busy. Cavapoo versus Cockapoo There are lots of Poodle crosses to choose from but the most popular by far is the Cockapoo . If you’re having trouble picking the right pup for you, check out our quick comparison of these two curly-coated crossbreeds. These are only generalisations though. There’s a huge variety in these traits from dog to dog, especially as they’re crossbreeds so you never quite know exactly what you’ll get. If you like the traits that Cavapoos inherit from Cavaliers or Poodles, consider some of these other crossbreeds as well: Cavachon – A compact mix of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel with Bichon Frise. Maltipoo – A fluffy cross between a Maltese and a Poodle. Cavapoo insurance The average cost of pet insurance for Cavapoos insured by us was £337.02 in 2021. That’s quite a bit lower than the average for all breeds of £425.32, showing that they’re a relatively healthy and common crossbreed that should be easy to find cover for. Cavapoo health problems Like many crossbreeds, Cavapoos benefit from ‘hybrid vigour’, meaning they have a healthy mix of genetics and fewer issues caused by overbreeding or inbreeding that we see in some pedigree dogs. Thanks to those floppy Spaniel-style ears, Cavapoos can suffer from ear infections, particularly if they like to swim. Ear infections were the fourth most common Cavapoo pet insurance claim in 2021, at an average cost of £125.77. The cost could be much higher if they get them repeatedly. All our dog insurance policies are lifetime policies, with an annual vet fee limit that refreshes every year. It means you won’t run out of cover if you have to keep claiming for the same condition throughout your Cavapoo’s life. A luxating patella, where the kneecap moves out of its normal position, is relatively common in Cavapoos. We saw 78 Cavapoo claims for the condition in 2021 and it’s expensive to treat. The average claim cost £839.54. Treatment may be non-surgical or surgical depending on the severity of the condition, but surgery’s often recommended as a more permanent cure and can easily cost upwards of £1,000 per knee. More serious conditions that commonly affect Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are thankfully relatively rare in Cavapoos, but it’s worth being aware of them: Social Cavapoos There are lots of social groups you can join to connect with other Cavapoo fans or owners. Here’s a few to try out: Facebook Instagram

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