Cockapoos

Today, Cockapoos enjoy skyrocketing popularity among dog fanciers in America and the rest of the world as well. The dog originated in the 1950s in the United States as a cross between the Poodle and the American Cocker Spaniel. These dogs are also known as Spoodles and Cockerpoos. There is no breed standard for the Cockapoo, because they are too varied in size and body formation. Although they are not recognized by the American Kennel Club, the dog can be registered with the American Canine Hybrid Club.

The size of a Cockapoo depends on the size of the sire and dam. There are four types of Cockapoos: Teacup, Toy, Miniature, and Standard. The Teacup, the smallest one, measures under 6 inches tall at the withers; the Toy Cockapoo’s wither height ranges from 6 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder; the Miniature Cockapoo stands 13-18 inches; the Standard Cockapoo grows over 19 inches. There are three coat types common to this hybrid: tight curly, medium curly and flat; coat colors are varied too.

The Cockapoo has a friendly and vivacious disposition, which makes him an ideal companion. These dogs are very playful, intelligent and active, and they make excellent playmates for kids. They love all sorts of game, and they thrive on daily interaction with their loved ones. Cockapoos do not like to be alone and may suffer separation anxiety. They love to be in the center of attention. Cockapoos are great companions for people of all ages. They can get along with other dogs, and well socialized dogs often interact with non-canine animals.

Cockapoos are healthy dogs, and they rarely suffer from genetic disorders. To be on the safe side, dogs involved in breeding must be screened for hip dysplasia, which is the most widely spread disorder in both the Poodle and the Spaniel. Cockapoos are low shedders, and hence they pose few problems for allergic people. They must be groomed on a daily basis. Cockapoos are more long-lived than many other non-hybrid dogs, their life span sometimes reaching 20-22 years. Cockapoo breeders try to breed the dog in such a way as to bring together in them the most valuable traits common to both the Cocker Spaniel and the Poodle.