Getting a new puppy is as exciting as it can be terrifying; it's a big responsibility and reliable information can be hard to find. We've tried to maximise the fun and minimise the terror.

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Genetics

Given the mixture of Cocker Spaniels and Poodles, genetics has a major influence on both the coat type and the size of your cockapoo.

First generation crossbreed, meaning a Cocker Spaniel and Poodle bred litter.

Coats

The genetics of a Cockapoo will influence their type of coat; whether it is non-shedding, curly, and its hypo-allergenic nature. You will need to consider which coat suits your lifestyle.

Loose wavy coat

Cute teddy bear like appearance; minimal shedder; difficult to groom; hard to tell about it being hypo-allergenic

Straight coat

Resembles a labradoodle; more likely to shed, low maintenance in terms of grooming

Flat coat

Most resembles the Spaniel; low shedding and does not need clipping like the others but does require a good brush

Wavy ringlet coat

The aspirational Cockapoo look. Completely non-shedding, however, extremely high maintenance to avoid matting.

Poodle like coat

Corkscrew coat that is non-shedding, High maintenance involving the usual trimming, clipping and brushing

Colour

Cockapoos come in a range of colour variations dependent on their Poodle or Cocker Spaniel parents. The most popular or associated colours are apricot, red and blonde.

Apricot. Blonde. Black. Red. Chocolate.

Within these colour categories you also have markings that range from:

Size

The Cocker Spaniel (American, Working, etc) are all medium sized dogs hence the size is predominately based on the type of poodle heritage.

Small

Toy Poodle

24-28cm

Medium

Miniature Poodle

28-35cm

Large

Standard Poodle

45-60cm

Let's Talk About Cost

You’ve figured out the look and size of your Cockapoo, now for the tricky part in finding the right pup!

Where to purchase

Cost

Through a dedicated breeder

£1,300

Reseller websites (Pets4homes, etc.)

£400 - £3,000

Rescue Home

£300 - £600

You can expect to pay a £200 deposit to be added to a breeders waiting list. The average waiting list can be up to a year, but could be as short as a month depending on litter availability. That means you need to get on the phone and start calling breeders.

Ready to Meet Your Cockapoo?

To help you out we have put together a list of Cockapoo breeders throughout the UK. Pop in your email below and we’ll send you our directory of Cockapoo breeders, including some cockapoo groups around the UK.

Email address

Already Found Your Cockapoo?

It's important to consider on-going costs when getting a dog so that you can be confident your new best friend will be well looked after and you won't be in for any nasty surprises.

Pet insurance is one of those costs, so we've put together a short breakdown of what you can expect in regards to cost and coverage.