Are cavapoos easy?

[Anonymous]

My family wants a dog, and I am somewhat resistant because I know I will end up doing most of the work. I think dogs are cute but did not grow up with them (we had cats), and I know that puppies are like newborns, which is a little terrifying.

I have spent so much time researching dog breeds, and IF we decide to move forward with a dog, I think I have settled on wanting it to be a cavapoo. I like their size, lack of shedding, they are adorable, and everything I read points out a sweet and laid back disposition. I do not want a hyper or anxious dog.

If you have a cavapoo, please tell me about your experience and be super honest - the good, the bad, and the ugly. I haven’t given in yet.

[Anonymous]

I have a cavalier puppy and ive only had her for two weeks and shes the sweetest. So cuddly, easy to potty train.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I have a cavalier puppy and ive only had her for two weeks and shes the sweetest. So cuddly, easy to potty train.

Thank you. I realize a cavapoo is somewhat different, but how is she with barking and are you able to leave her for brief periods without major separation anxiety? Where does she sleep?

[Anonymous]

Neighbor’s cavapoo is adorable but was very hyper as a younger dog.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Neighbor’s cavapoo is adorable but was very hyper as a younger dog.

Interesting - thank you. I did not know them to be hyper dogs so this gives me pause. I did read that it matters what “generation” you get, and that F1 (cavalier plus poodle) are supposed to be calmer than F1b (cavapoo plus poodle) - since the latter has more poodle genes = more high strung.

[Anonymous]

We have one. Best dog ever. Perfect dog if you do not want a big one.

Does not shed
Easily trained
Friendly
Chill but still plays
So cuddly
Easily travels

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:We have one. Best dog ever. Perfect dog if you do not want a big one.

Does not shed
Easily trained
Friendly
Chill but still plays
So cuddly
Easily travels

Thank you so much for responding. Can I please ask you a few more questions?
-Do you work outside of the home, and if so what are your dog arrangements?
-Does the dog go in a crate and where does he/she sleep?
-Was potty training easy or difficult?
-Does he/she bark a lot?
-How much exercise/walking do you do?
-Does the dog have separation anxiety?

Thank you!!

[Anonymous]

Do not get a dog you'll leave alone all day in a crate. That qualifies as cruelty and will not benefit the temperament and behavior of the dog.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Do not get a dog you'll leave alone all day in a crate. That qualifies as cruelty and will not benefit the temperament and behavior of the dog.

Where did you get the idea that I would do that?!

[Anonymous]

Our was truly the perfect dog. So sweet and cuddly, didn't bark, easy to train, loved people. He did, however, have a genetic heart issue that was a very sad way to lose him. It's super common in CKCs so be prepared for that.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Neighbor’s cavapoo is adorable but was very hyper as a younger dog.

Interesting - thank you. I did not know them to be hyper dogs so this gives me pause. I did read that it matters what “generation” you get, and that F1 (cavalier plus poodle) are supposed to be calmer than F1b (cavapoo plus poodle) - since the latter has more poodle genes = more high strung.

That's like saying all human siblings will have a certain percentage of their mom's traits. Genes come through differently for each living being.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Neighbor’s cavapoo is adorable but was very hyper as a younger dog.

Interesting - thank you. I did not know them to be hyper dogs so this gives me pause. I did read that it matters what “generation” you get, and that F1 (cavalier plus poodle) are supposed to be calmer than F1b (cavapoo plus poodle) - since the latter has more poodle genes = more high strung.

That's like saying all human siblings will have a certain percentage of their mom's traits. Genes come through differently for each living being.

Well, yes. But obviously a dog that is 75% poodle and 25% cavalier is going to have a greater tendency to have more poodle traits than a dog that is 50/50, both physically and behaviorally. F1b puppies are purposely bred to have more “poodle” in them - for the curlier, more “hypoallergenic” coat.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Neighbor’s cavapoo is adorable but was very hyper as a younger dog.

Interesting - thank you. I did not know them to be hyper dogs so this gives me pause. I did read that it matters what “generation” you get, and that F1 (cavalier plus poodle) are supposed to be calmer than F1b (cavapoo plus poodle) - since the latter has more poodle genes = more high strung.

That's like saying all human siblings will have a certain percentage of their mom's traits. Genes come through differently for each living being.

Also highly dependent on the breeder you use. Our multigen goldendoodle is very chill. The breeder does a lot of genetic testing, and also clears each dog medically before they go home. (looking for hip dysplasia genes, eye issues, etc.). Our almost 5 year old is a doll.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Neighbor’s cavapoo is adorable but was very hyper as a younger dog.

Interesting - thank you. I did not know them to be hyper dogs so this gives me pause. I did read that it matters what “generation” you get, and that F1 (cavalier plus poodle) are supposed to be calmer than F1b (cavapoo plus poodle) - since the latter has more poodle genes = more high strung.

That's like saying all human siblings will have a certain percentage of their mom's traits. Genes come through differently for each living being.

Well, yes. But obviously a dog that is 75% poodle and 25% cavalier is going to have a greater tendency to have more poodle traits than a dog that is 50/50, both physically and behaviorally. F1b puppies are purposely bred to have more “poodle” in them - for the curlier, more “hypoallergenic” coat.

To say you're surprised a dog with poodle DNA would be hyper is silly though.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Neighbor’s cavapoo is adorable but was very hyper as a younger dog.

Interesting - thank you. I did not know them to be hyper dogs so this gives me pause. I did read that it matters what “generation” you get, and that F1 (cavalier plus poodle) are supposed to be calmer than F1b (cavapoo plus poodle) - since the latter has more poodle genes = more high strung.

That's like saying all human siblings will have a certain percentage of their mom's traits. Genes come through differently for each living being.

Well, yes. But obviously a dog that is 75% poodle and 25% cavalier is going to have a greater tendency to have more poodle traits than a dog that is 50/50, both physically and behaviorally. F1b puppies are purposely bred to have more “poodle” in them - for the curlier, more “hypoallergenic” coat.

To say you're surprised a dog with poodle DNA would be hyper is silly though.

Point is, that the gene mix matters. PP doesn’t mention (or probably know) what generation the neighbor’s dog is, and an F1b is much more likely to be hyper than an F1. They are both just called cavapoos. But if you are looking for specific personality traits, the parent dog breed/generation is an important consideration.