FAQ's About the Cockapoo Breed |
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Q: What exactly is a Cockapoo? |
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A: A true Cockapoo is a dog that has only Cocker Spaniel, Poodle or Cockapoo in its pedigree. If the Cockapoo is specified as F1, F2, etc., it is an equal mix. If it says F1B that means a poodle is bred back to an F1 Cockapoo to give the puppies a more wavy/curly coat. This is an acceptable breeding practice and is usually done to enhance the puppy's coat texture and/or color. |
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Q: What is a "first generation" Cockapoo? |
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A: A first generation Cockapoo (F1) is a Cockapoo puppy resulting from the breeding of a Cocker Spaniel and a Poodle. |
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Q: What is a "second generation" Cockapoo? |
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A: A second generation Cockapoo (F2) is a Cockapoo puppy resulting from the breeding of an F1 Cockapoo to another generation of Cockapoo. |
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Q: Which is better - first or second generation? |
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A: Our parents are F1, F2, F3, and F4. We have had puppies from all of these generations except F4. We have not seen any difference in sizes or personality in any of the generations from any of our litters. However, usually the farther down the generations we go, the wavier our puppies' coats tend to be. We hold back the "best of the best" for breeding purposes, but all of our puppies have made wonderful additions to their new families. Individuals with allergy sensitivities should probably consider choosing a puppy with a curlier coat, as they tend to be non to very-low shedding. |
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Q: Do Cockapoos require much grooming? |
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A: Most Cockapoos have a dense, wavy coat. You must keep your dog brushed on a regular basis or the hair will become matted. The hair varies from dog to dog, but brushing frequently will insure that your dog always looks well groomed. As your puppy matures to an adult, he/she will require clipping - approximately every two months. |
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Q: Do Cockapoos shed much? |
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A: Because they have Poodle in their lineage, most Cockapoos have little-to-no shedding; however, some Cockapoos do shed more than others. Most people with pet allergies are not bothered by Cockapoos, but if allergies may be a problem, you should try to expose yourself to a Cockapoo before you make the final decision to purchase one. As a general rule, the straighter-haired puppies tend to shed a little more than the wavy-to-curly coats. |
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Q: What is their temperament? |
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A: Cockapoos are highly trainable with a keen intelligence. They are curious and eager to perform. They do well with one-person owners as well as families with young children. They are very people-oriented, outgoing and happy dogs. Cockapoos are a very loving and playful breed. The mix of Cocker Spaniel and Poodle has brought out the best of the two breeds. They are "people" dogs and don't like to be left alone for long periods of time. They do well in a country environment and also in an apartment, as long as they are given lots of attention. They LOVE people! |
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Q: Are Cockapoos good with children? |
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A: Most Cockapoos do extremely well with children and have an easy-going personality. They want to be around people and are very affectionate and intelligent pets. |
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Q: Is male or female better? |
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A: Choosing a male or female for your family depends entirely on individual preferences, but as a general rule, gender really only matters if you plan to breed your dog (we require a spay/neuter agreement in our contract). For more information on deciding between a male or female, click here. |
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Q: Should their tails be docked? |
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A: The standard for Cockapoos is to either dock the tails or leave them in their natural state; both methods are totally acceptable. We choose NOT to dock the tails of our puppies because we believe it is unnecessary. |
