Cavapoo vs Cockapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

Cavapoo

4/6

categories

Best for Apartments

🀝 Tie

Easiest Grooming

Cavapoo

4/5 Β· High maintenance

Longest Lifespan

Cockapoo

14-18 years

Easiest to Train

Cavapoo

4.5/5 Β· Easy

Most Active

Yorkshire Terrier

5/5 Β· Active

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

4/6

67%

Cavapoo

πŸ‘‘ Winner

3/6

50%

Cockapoo

3/6

50%

Yorkshire Terrier

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

Basic Info

Origin
Australi
United S
England
Popularity
#555
#196
#9
Common Names & Aliases
Cavoodle
CockerdoodleSpoodleCockerpoo
Yorkie
Breed Classification
Cross Breed
Cross Breed
Purebred
Size Classification
SmallMedium
Small
Small
Weight Statistics
5.4-11 kg
5.4-11 kg
2-3 kg
Average Weight
8.2 kg
8.2 kg
2.5 kg
Height
28-45 cm
25-38 cm
20-23 cm
Average Height
36.5 cm
31.5 cm
21.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
4.5/5
3/5
4/5
Watchdog Rating
5/5
3/5
4/5
Training Difficulty
5/5
4/5
3/5
Territorial Protection
2/5
3/5
4/5
Price Range
$1200-$1800
$900-$1100
$600-$1000
Availability
2/5
4/5
5/5
Personality Traits
GentleLovingIntelligent
AffectionateCheerfulIntelligentLoyalPlayfulSocialAlertFriendlyLovingGoingResponsive
AlertEnergeticIntelligentPlayfulCourageousIndependentLoyal
Sensitivity Level
4/5
4/5
5/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
2/5
3/5
3/5
Prey Drive
3/5
1/5
2/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
5/5
Social Needs
5/5
4/5
5/5
Barking Frequency
3/5
3/5
5/5
Playful Nature
3/5
4/5
3/5
Apartment Adaptability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Very Low
Low
Very Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
3/5
3/5
2/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Average Lifespan
9-15 years
14-18 years
12-16 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Health Concerns
5/5
3/5
4/5
Health Problems
Hip DysplasiaPatellar Luxation
Luxating PatellaProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Collapsed TracheaHypoglycemiaPatellar LuxationPortosystemic Liver ShuntProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Reverse Sneezing
Vet Care Frequency
Rare
Average
Rare
Energy Rating
4/5
3/5
5/5
Sleeping Need
2/5
3/5
1/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
3/5
3/5
1/5
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.
0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 3/4 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
Yes
No
Yes
Coat Colors
BlackWhiteChestnutTricolorApricotCreamSableRed sablePhantom
BlackBrownSilverTanRedWhite
GoldBlueTanBlack
Grooming Requirements
4/5
5/5
5/5
Shedding Level
3/5
2/5
1/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
1/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
Medium
Medium
Coat Characteristics
CurlyWavyStraight
CurlyWavy
Fine
Bathing Needs
3-4 weeks
3-4 weeks
3-4 weeks
Cat Friendly
3/5
5/5
4/5
Child Compatibility
3/5
4/5
1/5
Dog Friendly
5/5
5/5
2/5
Stranger Friendly
5/5
5/5
3/5
Office Friendly
No
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Average
Recommended
Not Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Average
Excellent
Good
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Yes
Not really
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Yes
Not really
Yes
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Yes
Not really
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
4-6 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.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Not recognized by FCI.
Not recognized by FCI.
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
American Canine Hybrid ClubDesigner Breed RegistryDesigner Dogs Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.International Designer Canine Registry
American Canine Hybrid ClubDesigner Breed RegistryDesigner Dogs Kennel ClubInternational Designer Canine Registry
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
Winner / Best value