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Cavapoo Overview
This dog breed is, also known as the Cavadoodle. The Cavapoo is a cross between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Poodle. This breed is often referred to as a "designer dog". The Cavapoo has become popular as a companion dog.
Cavapoo Characteristics
The most distinctive feature of the Cavapoo is their long ears. This dog breed is compact, small to medium sized, with a round and very expressive Typically, the Cavapoo is well proportioned, agile and sturdy.
Cavapoo Temperament
This dog breed is affectionate, loyal and friendly. The Cavapoo has a wonderful nature and is playful and very sociable. This dog breed gets along well with older children, other dogs, cats and other pets. The Cavapoo will bark to announce visitors and at out of the ordinary sounds. This dog breed is extremely family oriented and does not like to be ignored or left alone for extended periods.
Cavapoo Care
The amount of maintenance that this dog breed requires depends largely on the coat type. The Cavapoo requires regular brushing to prevent matting and tangling, and professional clipping. It is important to keep the ears clean and the nails trimmed. The Cavapoo is prone to hip dysplasia, eye disease, luxating patella, PRA, skin problems and epilepsy.
Cavapoo Coat
The coat of the Cavapoo is curly, soft, and silky and may be slightly wavy.
Cavapoo Training
Early socialization and obedience are recommended for this dog breed. The Cavapoo may be somewhat challenging to house train and the crate training method works best. This dogbreed does not respond well to forceful or harsh training methods. Training should be performed with firmness, fairness, patience and consistency.
Cavapoo Activity
This dogbreed is well suited to apartment living, provided they are sufficiently exercised. The Cavapoo loves a daily walk, off-lead play in a securely fenced yard, and family play sessions.
