Breed comparison
Cavapoo vs. Cockapoo
Side-by-side comparison to help you decide which breed fits your lifestyle.
Size
small (9-25 lbs)
small (12-25 lbs)
Life expectancy
12-15 yrs
12-15 yrs
Activity
moderate
moderate
Grooming
high
high
Coat
curly
curly
Temperament
gentle, affectionate, playful, sociable
friendly, affectionate, intelligent, outgoing
First-year cost
$2,540-$5,840
$2,540-$6,080
Ongoing annual
$1,900-$4,430
$1,900-$4,670
Health comparison
Shared concerns
patellar luxationprogressive retinal atrophyhip dysplasia
Cavapoo specific
mitral valve disease (from Cavalier)syringomyelia
Cockapoo specific
ear infectionsallergies
Cost comparison
Cavapoo
$2,540-$5,840year one
Food: $900-$1,500
Vet: $600-$1,250
Grooming: $400-$1,200
Gear: $240-$360
Cockapoo
$2,540-$6,080year one
Food: $900-$1,500
Vet: $600-$1,250
Grooming: $400-$1,200
Gear: $240-$360
Which breed is right for you?
Consider a Cavapoo if:
- —You want a calmer, lower-energy companion
- —You live in an apartment or smaller home
- —You're willing to invest in regular grooming
- —You want a longer-lived breed (12-15 yrs)
Consider a Cockapoo if:
- —You want a calmer, lower-energy companion
- —You live in an apartment or smaller home
- —You're willing to invest in regular grooming
- —You want a longer-lived breed (12-15 yrs)
Full guide
Cavapoo →
Food, supplements, gear, training
Full guide
Cockapoo →
Food, supplements, gear, training