Cavapoo vs Labradoodle vs Maltipoo Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

Labradoodle

5/6

categories

Best for Apartments

🀝 Tie

Easiest Grooming

🀝 Tie

Longest Lifespan

Labradoodle

12-14 years

Easiest to Train

Cavapoo

4.5/5 Β· Easy

Most Active

Labradoodle

5/5 Β· Active

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

4/6

67%

Cavapoo

5/6

83%

Labradoodle

πŸ‘‘ Winner

3/6

50%

Maltipoo

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
Australi
Australi
France
Germany
Popularity
#555
#556
#558
Common Names & Aliases
Cavoodle
Not available
MaltapooMalt-A-PooMalte-PooMaltese-PoodleMaltiPoodleMalt-oodlesMoodlemPooMultapooMultipooMulti-PooMaltepoo
Breed Classification
Cross Breed
Cross Breed
Cross Breed
Size Classification
SmallMedium
Large
SmallMedium
Weight Statistics
5.4-11 kg
22-34 kg
2.3-9.1 kg, 5-9 kg
Average Weight
8.2 kg
26.1 kg
5.7 kg, 5 kg
Height
28-45 cm
Male: 50-60 cm, Female: 50-55 cm
25-33 cm
Average Height
36.5 cm
Male: 58 cm, Female: 53.5 cm
27 cm
Intelligence Rating
4.5/5
4/5
4/5
Watchdog Rating
5/5
4/5
5/5
Training Difficulty
5/5
4/5
4/5
Territorial Protection
2/5
3/5
3/5
Price Range
$1200-$1800
$1000-$2000
$400-$2000
Availability
2/5
4/5
4/5
Personality Traits
GentleLovingIntelligent
AffectionateIntelligentAlert
ActiveIntelligentAffectionateFunnyObedientCompanionable
Sensitivity Level
4/5
4/5
4/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
2/5
3/5
4/5
Prey Drive
3/5
2/5
2/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
5/5
Social Needs
5/5
5/5
4/5
Barking Frequency
3/5
3/5
5/5
Playful Nature
3/5
5/5
4/5
Apartment Adaptability
5/5
3/5
5/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
5/5
5/5
4/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Very Low
Very Low
Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
3/5
4/5
3/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Average Lifespan
9-15 years
12-14 years
9-13 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Health Concerns
5/5
4/5
2/5
Health Problems
Hip DysplasiaPatellar Luxation
Ear InfectionsHip DysplasiaElbow DysplasiaEpilepsyAllergiesCanine Diabetes MellitusProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Hypothyroidism
White Dog Shaker SyndromeEpilepsyPatellar LuxationPortosystemic Liver ShuntProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Legg-perthes Disease
Vet Care Frequency
Rare
Rare
Frequent
Energy Rating
4/5
5/5
3/5
Sleeping Need
2/5
2/5
3/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
3/5
4/5
3/5
Obesity Tendency
4/5
4/5
2/5
Food Consumption
0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
Yes
Yes
Yes
Coat Colors
BlackWhiteChestnutTricolorApricotCreamSableRed sablePhantom
GoldApricotCaramelChalky whiteBlackCafΓ©CreamSilverChocolateParchmentBlueThey can also have parti-colored coats, which consist of brindles, phantom, patched, or sable colors.
Almost all colorsApricotGoldWhiteGreyCreamBlack
Grooming Requirements
4/5
3/5
3/5
Shedding Level
3/5
3/5
1/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
2/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
Low
Low
Coat Characteristics
CurlyWavyStraight
FineVariety of coat types
FluffySoftWoollyWavy
Bathing Needs
3-4 weeks
3-4 weeks
3-4 weeks
Cat Friendly
3/5
4/5
4/5
Child Compatibility
3/5
5/5
4/5
Dog Friendly
5/5
5/5
5/5
Stranger Friendly
5/5
5/5
4/5
Office Friendly
No
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Average
Highly Recommended
Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Average
Good
Good
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Yes
Yes
Yes
Therapy Work Suitability
Yes
Yes
Yes
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Yes
Yes
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
2-8 puppies
4-10 puppies
4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Not recognized by FCI.
Not recognized by FCI.
Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
American Canine Hybrid ClubDesigner Breed RegistryDesigner Dogs Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.International Designer Canine Registry
Australian Labradoodle AssociationInternational Australian Labradoodle Association
Continental Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Hybrid ClubDesigner Dogs Kennel ClubDesigner Breed RegistryNational Maltipoo ClubMaltipoo Club of America
Winner / Best value