The Cockapoo puppy is bred from the poodle and the American Cocker spaniel. Breeding practices have yielded a dog with many of best characteristics of both breeds. The Cockapoo puppy is sturdily built like the Cocker spaniel. He is an amiable and devoted companion. Some poodle characteristics in the Cockapoo are light shedding, intelligent, and easy going. The health of the Cockapoo is generally better than the spaniel or the poodle.
The Cockapoo is also known as Spoodle or Cockerdoodle. These dogs became popular in America the 1950s. Their coat type varies from tight curls to medium curls to flat. Cockapoo puppies come in black, brown, white, and silver with other colors on the legs.
These dogs are becoming well accepted for several reasons. The two parent breeds are intelligent and enjoy the company of humans. Both breeds are loving, a little stubborn, but committed to their families. The Cockapoo puppy is easy to train.
The two parent breeds exhibit many traits making it somewhat difficult to foretell what an individual Cockapoo will be like. People like them because they are extroverted and wish to please their owners. The Cockapoo puppy learns to get along with children and other pets but they do require supervision. Early socialization of the Cockapoo is necessary as both parent breeds can be aggressive if not properly socialized.
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These dogs are considered hypoallergenic and are therefore likely to be suitable for people with allergies. Frequent grooming will maintain their healthy coat. As you groom your dog look for any skin problems as well as ticks and fleas. Brushing your dog is a good way to provide quality time for the two of you.
Cockapoo puppies should have their teeth brushed twice a week. A buildup of tarter and plaque can cause tooth decay. Without proper dental care your dog can lose teeth and incur other health problems. Trim your dog’s nails frequently and inspect the paws.
These dogs have a lifespan of around 12-15 years. With proper home care and vet care your Cockapoo can live to a ripe old age.
A few diseases are typical of this breed. Orthopedic problems with the legs and eye problems are sometimes seen. Ear infections are occasionally seen so check their ears frequently. Hypothyroid problems are not common but do happen.
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