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About the Cavapoo
The Cavapoo aims for the sweetest possible small dog and often lands it. Crossing the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel's melting affection with the Miniature or Toy Poodle's quick mind and low-shed coat produces a soft-tempered companion that adores laps, tolerates gentle children, and trains with pleasure. As with every cross, individual puppies vary in coat and character, and the Cavalier side carries a serious inherited heart condition - so cardiac testing of the Cavalier parent is not a nicety but the single most important question you will ask.
Every dog is an individual — genetics, socialization, health, training, and environment matter more than breed averages.
Typical tendencies
Scored against PuppyList’s editorial rubric. Tendencies, not guarantees.
Exercise needsLower than most
Energy levelTypical
TrainabilityHigher than most
Grooming effortHigher than most
SheddingMinimal
BarkingLower than most
Apartment fitDefining trait
Good with childrenHigher than most
Good with other dogsHigher than most
First-time ownersDefining trait
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Where this breed shines
- Exceptionally gentle companion temperament
- Low-shedding, apartment-perfect scale
- Very approachable first dog
Things to consider
- Cavalier-side heart disease (MVD) makes parental cardiac testing essential
- Coat needs professional grooming on a schedule
- Separation sensitivity: plan for company or training
History
Deliberate Cavalier x Poodle programs spread through Australia and North America from the 1990s onward, seeking a gentler, lower-shedding lap companion; no major registry recognizes the cross.
Temperament
Gentle, people-centered, and eager; happiest in company and unsuited to long empty-house days.
Questions to ask a Cavapoo breeder
- Has the Cavalier parent had a recent cardiologist exam, and at what age?
- Is the Poodle parent PRA-tested and patella-evaluated?
- What generation is the litter, and what coats did prior litters have?
Health considerations to discuss
Mitral valve disease. The Cavalier inheritance; an annual cardiologist exam on the parent is the standard to expect.
Progressive retinal atrophy. DNA-tested Poodle lines are standard in good programs.
Ear infections. Drop ears plus curl demand routine cleaning.
Informational only — always consult a veterinarian and ask breeders for documentation. Sources: Cavalier club cardiac protocol · OFA health testing database — written by PuppyList editorial
Questions worth asking about any Cavapoo litter
- Can I see the puppy and its mother — in person or on a live video call?
- What health checks, vaccinations, and vet visits has this litter had?
- How was the litter raised and socialized?
- What paperwork comes with the puppy (health records, registry papers if applicable)?
- What is your deposit, payment, and pickup/transport process?
Frequently asked questions
How do I buy a Cavapoo puppy on PuppyList?
Browse the Cavapoo listings on this page, open one to see photos, details, and the breeder's information, then contact the breeder directly. PuppyList is a marketplace — you arrange the purchase with the breeder yourself.
How much do Cavapoo puppies cost?
Listed puppies currently range from $500 to $3,500. Each breeder sets their own price, which varies with the puppy's age, lineage, and location.
How can I tell if a Cavapoo breeder is trustworthy?
Contact the breeder, ask for recent photos or a video of the actual puppy, and confirm details before you commit. Never send money before verifying. See our listing guidelines for the full buyer-safety checklist.