Well-bred First Generation Cavoodles should be either low-shedding or completely non-shedding. Factors such as breeding Second Generation Cavoodles or having a Poodle parent who is not DNA tested (fur properties) can increase the likelihood of shedding.

Cavoodles can be left at home alone. As difficult as it is to leave the house without your fur-buddy, it’s necessary to be able to. It’s great to let them know from day one that there will be times where they will need to keep themselves occupied. This can start with just 30 minutes at a time and slowing increasing the amount of time that you are away. Staying calm when leaving the house reassures your pooch that everything is fine and that you will be back.

Cavoodles have been gaining popularity for first time dog owners for good reason. Cavoodle characteristic such as their non-shedding coats and their loving personalities make them ideal for most first time dog owners.

First generation Cavoodles have one purebred Cavalier parent and one purebred Poodle parent. Second or ‘multi’ generation Cavoodles can have a mix of each parent. Unfortunately second and multi generation Cavoodles can have a higher risk of shedding and may not have the typical Cavoodle temperament.

Cavoodles come in two sizes, Toy and Miniature. Toy Cavoodles are the smaller size growing from 26cm to 34cm at the shoulder. Miniature Cavoodles are the larger size growing from 35cm to 45cm at the shoulder.

Toy Cavoodles should not shed. DNA testing of the Poodle parent as well as selecting a first generation Toy Cavoodle will reduce the likelihood of the Toy Cavoodle shedding.