Cockapoo Attributes
A Cockapoo (portmanteau of cocker spaniel and poodle) is a dog crossbreed bred from a Cocker Spaniel and a Poodle, most commonly the Miniature Poodle.[1][2][3][4] The Cockapoo was first bred by designer dog breeders in the United States with the aim of producing a healthy companion dog that, it is claimed by its supporters, does not inherit many of the health defects common in the two parent breeds due to hybrid vigor.[2][3] Cocker Spaniels and Poodles have been deliberately crossed in the United States since the 1960s.[2][4]
As with most animal crossbreeds, there is a great deal of variability in the Cockapoo’s dimensions and appearance.[3] All colors or combinations of colors can be found and the coat can be straight, wavy, or curled.[4] Individual dogs that weigh less than 12 pounds are labelled toy Cockapoos, dogs that weigh between 13 and 18 pounds miniature Cockapoos and dogs weighing over 19 pounds standard Cockapoos.[4] Cockapoos can vary in temperament and in need for exercise.[5]
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