Cavapoo Colors Guide (Black, Red, White, Apricot, Tri Color & More)

As a cross breed dog, Cavapoos come in a wide range of coat colors from solid colors to complex multi-colored markings. Cavalier King Charles Spaniels come in 4 standard coat colors including: blenheim, tri-color, black & tan as well as ruby. Poodles come in 11 colors including black, black & white, brown, white, sable, silver, apricot, grey, red, cream and blue. Therefore, Cavapoos can come in a range of these colors.

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Cavapoo Coat Colors FAQs

What Is The Most Popular Cavapoo Color?

The most popular Cavapoo color is Apricot or Red. There are many variations within the red color category from a dark ruby red to a pale, brown toned red. The next most popular Cavapoo color is black followed by multicolor Cavapoos such as black & tan.

What Is The Rarest Cavapoo Color?

Blue Merle is the rarest Cavapoo color. It is not an official color so it is extremely difficult to find. The next rarest Cavapoo color is solid white and then solid black. Black is a recessive gene for Cavapoos which is why it is rare while most Cavapoos with white have patches of another color.

apricot cavapoo with a red cavapoo — Red Cavapoo

Do Cavapoos Change Color?

Yes, Cavapoos can change color if they inherit the “fading gene” from their Poodle parent. While it is frequently referred to as the “fading gene”, the genetics behind why a Cavapoo fades is much more complex than a singular gene. It is a complex interplay of several genes that causes color changes. Darker Cavapoos usually fade more than light ones.

For example, Black Cavapoo puppies can change color to a dark grey, charcoal grey or silver while Red Cavapoos can fade to a light red or a light rusty brown color.

What Color Cavapoo Should I Get?

The color of Cavapoo that you get is totally up to you. There are no studies that show that a certain Cavapoo color affects personality. The only factor that really influences the color of Cavapoo that people choose is the price. Common Cavapoo colors such as red are much cheaper than rare coat colors.

Black Cavapoos

There are two main types of Black Cavapoos: solid black and bi-colored black coats. Solid black as suggested by the name are fully black with no other colors. Bi-colored coats can be black with patches of other colors. Black coloring arises from recessive gene so not many Cavapoos have this coloring. Bi-colored black coats are more common than solid black coats.

Can Cavapoos Be Black?

Yes, Cavapoos can be black. Black is a very common Poodle color and very occasionally Cavalier King Charles Spaniels can be solid black. Usually when breeding for black Cavapoos, breeders cross a black Poodle with a black & tan or solid black Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. This increases the chances of there being Black Cavapoos in the litter however not many will be as it is a recessive gene.

Are Black Cavapoos Popular?

Black Cavapoos are one of the more popular Cavapoo coat colors. The most popular is gold/cream. Black would rank lower at second or third most popular mainly because it is such a difficult color to find. Hardly any Cavapoos are solid black and most are black with patches of other colors.

Are Black Cavapoos Rare?

Yes, Black Cavapoos are pretty rare. The majority of Cavapoos are a color with a beige tinge such as gold, cream, red or ginger. Black coloring is a recessive gene for Cavapoos which is another reason why it is so rare to find a solid black Cavapoo.

How Much Is A Black Cavapoo?

As Solid Black is such a rare coat color for Cavapoos they are sold for very high prices. Most Solid Black Cavapoos cost between $3000USD and $6000USD however they are known to go for even higher prices.

Bi-color black coats are much more common and hence sell for cheaper prices, usually between $2000USD and $3000USD.

A great way to keep up to date on current Cavapoo prices is to check out breeder listings on reputable dog advertising websites like PuppySpot!

black cavapoo puppy — Solid Black Cavapoo

Do Black Cavapoos Change Color?

Some Black Cavapoos change color while others don’t. If they change color, it is a lightening of the tone towards a dark grey or silver. A Black Cavapoo will never completely change to a totally different coat color.

Do Black Cavapoos Fade?

Yes, Black Cavapoos can fade color when they mature due to the “fading gene’ inherited from the Poodle side. This process usually lasts for the first 2 years of life until they reach their final adult color. Some Black Cavapoos don’t fade at all while others can become a lighter shade near the root of their hairs.

Black Cavapoo Breeders

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Red Cavapoos

What Is A Red Cavapoo?

A Red Cavapoo is a Cavapoo that has a red colored coat. It is a blanket term that refers to any shade of red coated Cavapoo whether it is light or dark red. Red Cavapoos are produced by breeding a red Poodle with a ruby Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

There are many names for Red Cavapoos. They are sometimes called “Ruby Cavapoos” because the red shade of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is called “ruby”. Red Cavapoos are also commonly referred to as Fox Red Cavapoos, Deep Red Cavapoos or Dark Red Cavapoos.

What Does A Red Cavapoo Look Like?

A Red Cavapoo looks like any other Cavapoo except they have a red colored coat. There are many shades of red that a Cavapoo can be. Red coats can range from a light red similar to a strawberry blonde to a dark chestnut red. It is also very common for Red Cavapoos to have white patches on their chest and chin.

Do Red Cavapoos Change Color?

Red Cavapoos can change color as they mature. They are often a bright red color when they are born and will fade to a lighter color. These changes usually take place within the first two years of life. This may happen when they inherit the “fading gene’ from their Poodle parent.

Are Red Cavapoos Rare?

No, Red Cavapoos are not very rare. They are a standard Cavapoo color because Ruby Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very common. It is easy for breeders to produce Cavapoo litters that have Red Cavapoos when they cross a Ruby Cavalier King Charles Spaniels with a Red or Apricot Poodle.

Are Red Cavapoos More Expensive?

As Red Cavapoos are very common, they do not sell for higher prices than any other standard coat color. The mid-toned red coats generally cost between $1500USD and $3500USD. Deep or Dark Red Cavapoos usually cost more, between $2000USD and $4000USD. A great way to keep up to date on current Cavapoo prices is to check out breeder listings on reputable dog advertising websites like PuppySpot!

Names For Red Cavapoos

Ruby
Redford
Maple
Lava
Fred
Elmo
Pepper
Auburn
Arizona
Ariel

Red Cavapoo Breeders

White Cavapoos

Can You Get A White Cavapoo?

Yes, you can get a White Cavapoo but most of them have patches of other colors in their coat. While there are Solid White Cavapoos, the majority have red, apricot, gold or black patches. These patches usually occur around their eyes and on their ears. A White Cavapoo with patches or spots of another color is called a parti-colored Cavapoo.

Are White Cavapoos Rare?

A Solid White Cavapoo is very rare. They can only be bred by mixing a White Poodle with a Blenheim Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (Chestnut and White Coat Color) but even then they are likely to have red or apricot patches.

Do Cavapoos Turn White?

Cavapoos don’t generally turn white however many will fade as they get older. This happens when a Cavapoo inherits the “fading gene” from their Poodle parent. Lighter colored coats may appear to be white if they fade such as Cream or Apricot Cavapoos.

White Cavapoo Price

Solid White Cavapoos goe for very high prices as they have such as rare coat color. White Cavapoos usually cost between $3000USD and $6000USD. Sometimes they go for even higher prices. A great way to keep up to date on current Cavapoo prices is to check out breeder listings on reputable dog advertising websites like PuppySpot!

White Cavapoo Breeders

Black & White Cavapoos

Most Black and White Cavapoos are parti-colored however some are considered to be mismarked with white. A Black and White Parti Cavapoo has a mainly white coat with black patches while a mismarked one has a small white patch on it’s paws or chest. Mismarked Black and White Cavapoos fall under the category of bi-colored coats.

What Is A Parti Cavapoo?

A Parti Cavapoo is a Cavapoo that has a mainly white body but has patches or spots of another color on their coat. They usually have a white body with colored patches on their ears, around their eyes and some patches on their back. If a solid colored dog has a white spot on their chest or paw, it doesn’t make them parti. They need to have a majority white base coat.

The majority of Black and White Cavapoos are parti-colored unless they are solid black with white patches. Parti Cavapoos can also have patches in other colors such as red, gold, tan and cream.

Are Black and White Cavapoos Rare?

Black and White Cavapoos are quite rare but they are not as rare as solid white or solid black coats. Parti Black and White Cavapoo are more common than Cavapoos with a mainly black coat with a white patch on their chest.

Black and White Cavapoo Names

Oreo
Coco
Dottie
Pepper
Cookie
Snoopy
Drake
Mickey
Noir
Penguin

Black & White Cavapoo Breeders

Apricot Cavapoos

What Is An Apricot Cavapoo?

An Apricot Cavapoo has a very light red coat that has a peachy tone. Apricot Cavapoos are produced by breeding an Apricot Poodle with a Ruby Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Some of the puppies in the litter will be Apricot while others will be Red.

Do Apricot Cavapoos Fade?

Yes, Apricot Cavapoos can fade if they inherit the “fading gene” from their Poodle parent. This is likely to happen as Apricot coloring comes from the Poodle side. Apricot Cavapoos usually fade to a cream or lighter Apricot shade. These changes occur within the first two years of life.

Dark Apricot Cavapoo

A Dark Apricot Cavapoo is the same as a Red Cavapoo. Sometimes breeders change the name of colors to make them sound more exotic. They then may try and sell the puppies for more saying that the coat color is extremely rare.

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Apricot vs Red Cavapoo

The main difference between an Apricot and Red Cavapoo is the tone. An Apricot Cavapoo always has a very light coat with a peachy tone while a Red Cavapoo can be a range of colors from light to dark red however without the yellow-orange tint. An Apricot Cavapoo is the offspring of an Apricot Poodle while a Red Cavapoo is the offspring of a Red Poodle.

Apricot Cavapoo Names

Apricot
Peach
Fifi
Chanel
Leo
Copper
Sunkist
Tart
Sunrise
Rudy

Apricot Cavapoo Breeders

Black and Tan Cavapoos

Black and Tan Cavapoos are also called Phantom Cavapoos as they have a two toned coat where the secondary color (tan) is in specific locations. Black & Tan Cavapoos have tan patches on their muzzle, chin, throat, chest, legs, above their eyes and beneath their tail. These patches characterise the Black & Tan Cavapoo as Phantom rather than Parti or Bi-Color.

Do Black and Tan Cavapoos Fade?

Yes, Black & Tan Cavapoos can fade if they inherit the “fading gene” from their Poodle parent. This is likely to happen as Black & Tan is Phantom coloring which comes from the Poodle side. The black sections of their coat may go lighter to a dark grey or charcoal.

Black and Tan Cavapoo Names

Fawn
Poppy
Baxter
Ash
Jet
Cinder
Coffee
Jupiter
Almond
Bear

Black & Tan Cavapoo Breeders

Tri Color Cavapoos

Are Tricolor Cavapoos Rare?

Yes, Tricolor Cavapoos are rare. The only type of Tricolor Cavapoo that exists is one that has a solid black coat with white and tan patches. They usually have tan patches on their muzzle, around their eyes and on their paws. Tricolor Cavapoos have white patches on their chests.

The main reason why Tricolor Cavapoos are so rare is because a multi-color Poodle needs to be bred with a multi-colored Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Both of the parent breeds are rare themselves.

Tricolor Cavapoo Breeders

Blue Merle Cavapoos

What Is A Blue Merle Cavapoo

A Blue Merle Cavapoo has random sections of their black coat diluted to lighter colors in mottled patches. They also can have blue eyes and lack skin pigmentation on their paws and nose. It is the result of carrying the “M” merle allele and a negative “m” copy of the merle allele.

Despite their captivating looks, people who are thinking about getting a Blue Merle Cavapoo need to be aware that they are the result of poor breeding practices. They are likely to suffer from deafness and ocular defects (partial or total blindness). This is especially the case for Double Merles.

Blue Merle Cavapoo Price

Blue Merles are the rarest Cavapoo coat color so they go for very high prices. Most Blue Merle Cavapoos cost more than $6000USD. They are extremely difficult to breed and lots of genetic testing needs to take place which increases the price.

Merle Cavapoo Breeders

Other Colors: Sable, Ruby, Parti, Phantom & Ginger

Sable Cavapoos

Sable is a relatively rare Cavapoo coat color. It is a bi-colored coat as they are dark brown or black with sable undertones as the hair is lighter at the root. The sable undertones are most prominent on their legs, around their mouth on their muzzle and on their eye brows.

Ruby Cavapoos

Another name for red colored Cavapoos are Ruby Cavapoos. Some breeders refer to Red Cavapoos as Ruby Cavapoos as it sounds more exotic. It is a standard Cavapoo coat color.

Parti Cavapoos (Bi-Color Cavapoos)

Parti Cavapoos have two different colors on their coat in any pattern. Technically a Phantom Cavapoo comes under the broad category of being a Parti/Bi-Color Cavapoo however they have more specific secondary color markings.

Phantom Cavapoos

Phantom Cavapoos have a coat that has a solid background with a secondary color in specific locations including the sides of their muzzle, above the eye, chin, throat, chest, legs and beneath the tail. It is different to a parti or bi-color coat that can have color patches anywhere. If a Cavapoo has a Phantom coat, they inherited it from their Poodle parent. Most Phantom Cavapoo are tan, brown and black (same coloring as the black & tan Cavapoo).

Ginger Cavapoos

Ginger Cavapoos are a specific name for light red or chestnut Cavapoos. They may have more of a brown tone in their coat, hence the name “ginger”. This is not a rare coat color but not many people call the color “ginger”.