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
$1,200-$3,575
$1,200-$3,575
Ongoing annual
$1,000-$2,475
$1,000-$2,475
Health comparison
Shared concerns
patellar luxationprogressive retinal atrophyhip dysplasia
Cavapoo specific
mitral valve disease (from Cavalier)syringomyelia
Cockapoo specific
ear infectionsallergies
Cost comparison
Cavapoo
$1,200-$3,575year one
Food: $450-$950
Vet: $425-$725
Grooming: $50-$600
Gear: $175-$400
Cockapoo
$1,200-$3,575year one
Food: $450-$950
Vet: $425-$725
Grooming: $50-$600
Gear: $175-$400
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