Black Cockapoo Guide – Everything You Need To Know

Black Cockapoos (AKA Black Spoodles, Black Cockerpoos or Black Cockerdoodles) are a mixed breed dog, the resulting of breeding a Cocker Spaniel with a Poodle. They are a very pretty dog breed with a luscious black coat, dark eyes, long floppy ears and a black button nose. It’s no wonder that they are so popular considering their appearance paired with their gentle nature.

If you are interested in Black Cockapoos keep reading this article to find out all the answers to your questions about this dog breed!

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What Does A Black Cockapoo Look Like?

Black Cockapoos look like any other Cockapoo except they have a solid black coat. They usually look like a fluffy teddy bear with dark brown eyes and black noses. Black Cockapoos can also have a white patch on their chest however this is technically a Black and White Cockapoo.

Black Cockapoos may look more like a Poodle or a Cocker Spaniel. As they are a cross breed, every Cockapoo has a unique look.

Are Black Cockapoos Rare?

Black Cockapoos are one of the most common Cockapoo coat colors. Both Poodles and Cocker Spaniels can have solid black coats, so a black coat is very common in first generation (F1) Cockapoos. Black is a dominant gene which is another reason why this coat color is not rare.

Are Black Cockapoos Popular?

The main reason why Black Cockapoos are so popular is because they are so common. It is very easy to find Cockapoos with a black coat from breeders so many people own Black Cockapoos.

Another reason why the black coat color is so popular is that it doesn’t look as dirty as lighter shades so you don’t need to bathe your Cockapoo as much.

Black Cockapoo Characteristics

Black Cockapoo Characteristics
Size	Depends on size (Teacup, Toy Mini or Standard/Maxi Cockapoo).
Weight	Depends on size (Teacup, Toy Mini or Standard/Maxi Cockapoo).
Temperament	Sweet, loving, friendly.
Activity Levels	Moderate.
Exercise Requirements	30 to 60 min per day.
Lifespan	10 to 15 years.
Coat	Wavy or curly single coat.
Eyes	Brown.
Shedding	Low.
Apartment Adaptability	Can live in an apartment if given enough exercise daily.
Good with Children	Yes.

Coat Types

There are three main coat types Black Cockapoos can have: wavy, curly or straight hair. Wavy and curly coats are the most common while straight coats are usually seen in reverse Cockapoo generations where the Cockapoo has been bred back to a Cocker Spaniel instead of a Poodle.

Black Cockapoo Wavy Coat

Wavy coats are one of the most common Cockapoo coat types. Their coats feature light, loose waves and give Cockapoos a teddy bear appearance. You usually find Black Cockapoos with wavy coats in first generation litters.

Black Cockapoo Curly Coat

Curly coats are the next most common coat type. They are much denser and thicker than wavy coats and more closely resemble the coat of a Poodle. Black Cockapoos with curly coats are usually seen in back-cross generations where the Cockapoo has been bred back to a Poodle e.g. F1b, F1bb and F2b Cockapoos. Curly coats are usually more hypoallergenic than other coat types.

Black Cockapoo Straight Hair

Straight Hair Cockapoos look a lot more like Cocker Spaniels than Poodles. They are usually not as hypoallergenic as wavy or curly coat Cockapoos as they usually are from a generation that has a higher percentage of Cocker Spaniel genes than Poodle genes.

Coat Color Changes

Do Black Cockapoos Change Color?

Black Cockapoos can change color with age. It is not uncommon for them to lighten as they mature, especially if they have inherited the “fading” gene from the Poodle. If a Black Cockapoos does fade, it is very likely that they will fade to grey.

Black Cockapoo Haircuts

There are many different haircuts that you can give a Black Cockapoo. Some popular ones include:

Teddy Bear Cut
Puppy Cut
Poodle Cut
Lamb Cut
Summer Cut

Black Cockapoo Shedding

Do Black Cockapoos Shed?

Black Cockapoos do not shed much at all. They only drop a few strands of hairs here and there throughout the year. That is why they are classified as non to low shedders. Cross-back generations of Black Cockapoo such as F1b, F1bb or F2b shed less than F1 Black Cockapoos.

The best way to reduce the amount that your dog sheds is to regularly brush them. Slicker brushes are great for dogs with single coats and deshedding tools are great for dogs with double coats.

Are Black Cockapoos Hypoallergenic?

Black Cockapoos are hypoallergenic as they are a low shedding breed and therefore do not release much allergy inducing dander into their surroundings. Black Cockapoos that have a higher percentage of Poodle genes such as F1b Black Cockapoos are even more hypoallergenic than F1 Black Cockapoos.

Black Cockapoo Size

The size of a Black Cockapoo depends on the size of Poodle the Cocker Spaniel was crossed with. There are four main sizes that Black Cockapoos come in including Teacup, Toy, Miniature and Standard/Maxi.

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Teacup Black Cockapoo

A Black Teacup Cockapoo will get to just under 10 inches tall (25.4cm) and will weigh 6 pounds (2.7kg) or less, making them a very small dog breed. They are the smallest Cockapoo size.

Toy Black Cockapoo

A Black Toy Cockapoo is the second smallest Cockapoo size. They get to a height of 10 to 11 inches (25cm to 28cm) at the shoulder and weigh 7 to 12 pounds (3.2kg to 5.4kg). Black Toy Cockapoos reach their full height between 7 and 11 months of age.

Mini Black Cockapoo

Mini Black Cockapoos are between 12 and 15 inches (30.5cm and 38.1cm) tall at the shoulder and weigh 13 to 25 pounds (5.9kg to 11.3kg). They are the second largest Cockapoo size and stop growing between 8 to 12 months.

Maxi Black Cockapoo

Maxi Black Cockapoos, also known as Standard Black Cockapoos, are the largest Cockapoo size. They are 16 to 22 inches (40.6cm to 55.9cm) at the shoulder and weigh 25 to 40 pounds (11.3kg to 18.1kg) when fully grown.

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Once your puppy is fully grown you’ll need to start investing in dog products that you’ll keep for their whole life such as:

A full size dog crate so they have their own cozy den to sleep in – consider a dog crate pad to make it that much comfier!
An adult sized dog raincoat to keep them dry during wet weather
An adult sized dog life jacket to help with swimming in lakes and oceans
An adult sized dog jacket for cold winter weather
A dog cooling vest if you live in a hot climate
High quality no-pull dog harness to reduce stress on their neck while walking
And other similar products

Black Cockapoo Temperament

Black Cockapoos are a gentle dog breed that is very loving and affectionate towards their owners. They have a hilarious personality, often described as a clown so they are a joy to be around.

Cockapoos love to spend quality time with their families whether that is cuddling on the couch or partaking in high intensity exercise and games.

They are also a very intelligent breed so they are quite easy to train and will pick up new commands and tricks through positive reinforcement training techniques.

When training your dog it is important to use positive reinforcement techniques as dogs repeat good behavior when it is followed by a reward such as a treat or their favorite toy. Clicker training is another type of positive reinforcement training that is a good method for learning new tricks. You use a clicker device so your dog can associate a new behavior with a click and then a reward.

Are Black Cockapoos Calmer?

There is no evidence that black coat color has any affect on the temperament of a Cockapoo. Therefore, black Cockapoos are not calmer or more active than any other coat color of Cockapoo.

Black Cockapoo Price

Black Cockapoos sell for $1600USD to $3200USD. Their average price point is around $2500USD. As black is a common color, the color of their coat doesn’t greatly affect their price. The size of the dog, whether they are a teacup, toy, miniature or maxi Cockapoo has a greater affect on the price.

Black Cockapoo Generations

F1 Black Cockapoo

An F1 Black Cockapoo is the first generation of the breed, created by crossing a purebred Cocker Spaniel with a purebred Poodle. The Poodle can either be Toy, Miniature or Standard sized. A F1 Black Cockapoo is 50% Cocker Spaniel and 50% Poodle.

F1b Black Cockapoo

An F1b Black Cockapoo is created by crossing an F1 Black Cockapoo with a purebred Poodle that is either Toy, Miniature or Standard sized. The resulting dog is 25% Cocker Spaniel and 75% Poodle.

F2 Black Cockapoo

An F2 Black Cockapoo is the second generation of the breed created by breeding a F1 Black Cockapoo with another F1 Black Cockapoo. They are 50% Cocker Spaniel and 50% Poodle.

Black Cockapoo Names

Black Cockapoo Boy Names	Black Cockapoo Girl Names
Noir	Raven
Teddy	Ebony
Tucker	Cindy
Max	Olive
Leo	Sadie
Dusk	Frankie
Smoky	Opal
Jet	Dakota
Thor	Luna
Thunder	Indigo

Black Cockapoo Pros & Cons

Pros	Cons
Black Cockapoo coats stay looking cleaner for longer as dirt can be hidden in it.	Black Cockapoos are very expensive as they are a designer dog breed.
Black Cockapoos are considered to be a hypoallergenic breed.	Even though Black Cockapoos are classified as hypoallergenic they can still shed.
Black Cockapoos are generally a very well behaved dog breed.	Black Cockapoos need regular companionship and can suffer from separation anxiety if are left alone for too long.
Black Cockapoos are very intelligent and pretty easy to train.	Black Cockapoos are a very high energy dog and need lots of exercise each day.