Cocker Spaniel Mix Poodle (Ultimate Cockapoo Breed Guide)

Cocker Spaniel Mix Poodles (AKA Cockapoos, Cockerdoodles or Spoodles) are one of the first Poodle cross breeds, dating back to the 1960s. They are a fun, loving breed with an outgoing personality and a joie de vivre not like any other breed. Their perfect personality paired with their long, wavy, fluffy coat that is hypoallergenic makes them a highly sought after designer dog breed!

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

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What Do You Call A Cocker Spaniel and Poodle Mix?

A Cocker Spaniel and Poodle Mix is most commonly called a Cockapoo. They are also called Spoodles or Cockerdoodles/Cockadoodles.

What Does A Cocker Spaniel Poodle Mix Look Like?

A Cocker Spaniel Poodle Mix is a small to medium sized dog breed that has long curly or wavy fur that is very soft. Some owners cut their Cockapoo’s coat short like a hunting dog while others let the coat grow long and wavy. The coat comes in many colours including gold, brown, black, white and grey.

Cockapoos have a sturdy, square, compact build. If you measure their height from the ground to their shoulder, you will realise that it is a similar length from their chest bone to rump.

They inherit their compact build from the Cocker Spaniel and the wavy coat from the Poodle.

cocker spaniel mix poodle - cockapoo — Cocker Spaniel Poodle Mix

How Big Does A Cocker Spaniel Poodle Mix Get?

The average Cocker Spaniel Poodle Mix gets to about 15 pounds (6.8kg) in weight and 14 inches (35.5cm) at the shoulder when standing. It must be noted that there is a lot of size variation in Cockapoos that is dependant on the size of their parents. For example, a Cocker Spaniel mixed with a Toy Poodle is going to be significantly smaller than one crossed with a Standard Poodle.

On average, a Cockapoo will reach their full adult height between 9 months and 1 year old. This can also vary depending on the kind of Poodle is the parent of your Cockapoo.

Cocker Spaniel Poodle Mix Sizes

The size of a Cocker Spaniel Poodle mix is not determined by weight but rather by height. The smaller the Poodle the Cocker Spaniel is crossed with, the smaller the Cockapoo.

Cocker Spaniel Cross Teacup Poodle Size

A Cocker Spaniel Cross Poodle is considered to be teacup sized if the shoulder height is less than 10 inches (25.4cm) and less than 6 pounds (2.7kg) in weight.

teacup cockapoo (red cockapoo) — A Teacup Sized Cockapoo

Cocker Spaniel Cross Toy Poodle Size

A Cocker Spaniel Cross Poodle is considered to be toy sized if the shoulder height is 10 inches or less (less than 25.4cm). A Toy Cockapoo weighs less than 12 pounds (5.4kg). In comparison to a Teacup Cockapoo, Toy Cockapoos are sturdier.

red cockerdoodle toy size — Toy Cockapoo

Cocker Spaniel Cross Miniature Poodle Size

A Cocker Spaniel Cross Poodle is considered miniature in size if the shoulder height is between 11 and 14 inches (28cm to 35.6cm). A Mini Cockapoo weighs between 13 and 20 pounds (5.9kg to 9.1kg).

Cocker Spaniel Cross Standard Poodle Size

A Cocker Spaniel Cross Poodle is considered standard sized if their shoulder height is 15 or more inches (38cm). A Standard Cockapoo weighs 21 pounds (9.5kg) or more.

Cockapoo Generations

What is a F1 Cockapoo?

A F1 Cockapoo is the first generation. One parents is a Cocker Spaniel and the other is a Poodle. A F1 Cockapoo is 50% Poodle and 50% Cocker Spaniel.

What is a F1b Cockapoo?

A F1b Cockapoo is a backcross generation. This means that one parent is a Cockapoo and the other is a purebred Poodle. They have crossed the Cockapoo back to the Poodle again with the intention of breeding a dog that is even more hypoallergenic and has a curlier coat.

A F1b Cockapoo is 75% Poodle and 25% Cocker Spaniel.

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What is a F2 Cockapoo?

An F2 Cockapoo is a second generation dog. It is the result of breeding two F1 Cockapoos together. A F2 Cockapoo is 50% Poodle and 50% Cocker Spaniel.

What is a F2b Cockapoo?

A F2 Cockapoo is a cross back generation where a F1 Cockapoo is bred with a F1b Cockapoo resulting in a dog that is 62.5% Poodle and 37.5% Cocker Spaniel.

Alternatively, some breeders breed two F1b Cockapoos together to create a F2b Cockapoos. This results in a Cocker Spaniel Poodle Mix that is 75% Poodle and 25% Cocker Spaniel. This type of F2b Cockapoo has the curliest coat.

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white cocker spanier cross poodle — Cockapoo Puppy

Cocker Spaniel Poodle Mix Temperament

Cocker Spaniel Poodle Mixes have an adorable personality. They are people-oriented, affectionate and very intelligent. Cockapoos have a zest for life, wanting to be friends with all – kids, pets and the elderly. Their medium size is perfect, enabling owners to give them a good cuddle whilst also being big enough to play with larger dogs.

The main downside to Cockapoos are that they are known to be barkers, especially when they are left alone for long periods of time.

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two cockapoos playing together (cocker spaniel mix poodle) — Two Cockapoos Playing

Cocker Spaniel Poodle Mix Lifespan

On average, Cocker Spaniel Poodle Mixes live for 13 to 15 years however this is variable, mainly dependant on the size of your Cockapoo. Miniature Cockapoos often have the longest lifespan, closely followed behind by the Standard size. Teacup and Toy sizes often encounter more health issues due to their incredibly tiny size which reduces their lifespan.

Do Cocker Spaniel Poodle Mixes Shed?

Cocker Spaniel Poodle Mixes are a low to non-shedding dog breed. The intensity of shedding depends upon how much poodle in in your Cockapoo. Generally, Poodle mixes with more Poodle genes shed less. Therefore, F1b or F2b Cockapoo generations shed the least.

cocker spaniel mix poodle — Cocker Spaniel x Poodle Cross

Are Cocker Spaniel Poodle Mixes Hypoallergenic?

Cocker Spaniel Poodle Mixes are know to have low dander, making them quite hypoallergenic. They are also low to non-shedders which is also beneficial to people with allergies.

Cocker Spaniel Poodle Mix Cost

A Cocker Spaniel Poodle Mix is a designer dog breed making them highly sought after and therefore quite expensive. Cockapoos range from $1800 to $4000 in price depending on the breeder. Nevertheless, in comparison to other Poodle mix breeds, Cockapoos are on the cheaper side.

Cockapoo Coat Colours

Cockapoos come in many coat colours including: Gold, Apricot, Red, White, Black, Black and White, Blue Roan, Red Roan and Tri-colour coats.

Cocker Spaniel Poodle Mix White

Cocker Spaniel Mixed With Poodle Black

baby black cockapoo puppy — Black Cockapoo Puppy

Red Cocker Spaniel Poodle Mix

red teacup cockapoo puppy with bowtie — Red Teacup Cockapoo Puppy

Blue Roan Cocker Spaniel Poodle Mix

Cocker Spaniel Poodle Mix Black and White

black and white cockapoo — Black & White Cockapoo

Cocker Spaniel Poodle Mix Brown

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