How Easy Is It To Adopt A Cockapoo?

Adopting a Cockapoo requires some effort, but is extremely rewarding.

The term Cockapoo adoption refers to an owner being matched to a Cockapoo dog that is in need of a home. This popular cross breed between a Cocker Spaniel and a Poodle accounts for 6.2% of dogs in the UK today. Cockapoo adoption is a growing way to give a dog in need a loving home.

Where To find Cockapoo’s for Adoption:

1. Cockapoo Breed Organisations

like  Cockapoo Rescue GB   take the need for Cockapoo adoption very seriously and are a great place to register your interest.  You can do this be emailing them at admin@cockapoorescuegb.org.

Even if they can’t match you, they will give you up to date and accurate advice about who to approach next.

British Cockapoo Society does not contain any information about Cockapoo rescue or adoption on their website, but you could reach out to them to ask the question at cockapoosociety@gmx.com

Cockapoo Adoptions and Rehoming Services  (USA)

The Facebook page boosts 16,000 followers and has up to date listing for Cockapoo adoption.  The FB page links to a Canadian  site called Pet Rehoming Network that operate throughout N. America.

2. Cockapoo Adoption Through Listing Sites

Pets4homes is one of the largest listing sites for breeders to sell puppies but they also have a ‘For Adoption’ listing option. When I checked at the time of writing, they did not have any Cockapoo adoption listing on their site, but they are certainly worth checking due to the high volume of listings the site attracts.

Cockapoo Rescue GB Facebook page has 11,000 followers and the social side of the breed club. The Facebook group is very active and gives you a fast way to ask questions to the cockapoo community who are willing to help.

3. Cockapoo Adoption Through Independent Dog Welfare Charities

Woodgreen is a nationally know dog welfare charity  featured in the Channel 4 programme ‘The Dog House’

It’s fair to say we’ve come a long way since 1924 when we were founded. From rescuing cats and dogs on the streets of London to helping thousands of pets every year from our centre in Cambridgeshire, we’ve grown in both size and ambition. And thanks to The Dog House, more and more people are becoming aware of Woodgreen.

Woodgreen puts so much professionalism into matching owners and dogs and at the time of writing advertised a litter of Cockapoos.  It’s definitely worth giving them a call if you are in reaching distance of Cambridgeshire.

Many Tears Animal Rescue is another charity that often a advertises Cockapoo’s for adoption.

Many Tears Animal Rescue is  based in Llanelli, Carmarthenshire. It was founded in 2004 by Sylvia and Bill Van Atta, with the aim of providing a safe haven for dogs that were facing uncertain futures. Both Sylvia and Bill have a long history of animal rescue. Sylvia has set up and worked in rescues in both the UK and USA. They have witnessed many sad situations and shed many tears over dogs in terrible situations and hence the name Many Tears Animal Rescue

For Rescue options in wales see Cockapoo Adoption Wales.

4. Adopt A Cockapoo From A Local Dog Rescue In Your Area

Cockapoo For Life has put together comprehensive listings of rescue shelters all over the UK that take in Cockapoo’s for adoption. Each page also has comments with people either looking to re-home a Cockapoo or wanting to adopt, so check the comments to see contact details of those getting in touch through this website.

• Cockapoo Adoption Scotland
• Cockapoo Apoption Ireland
• Cockapoo Adoption North East England
• Cockapoo Adoption North West England
• Cockapoo Adoption Midlands & East Anglia
• Cockapoo Adoption London
• Cockapoo Adoption South East England
• Cockapoo Adoption South West England

5. Cockapoo Adoption From A Cockapoo Breeder

Sadly, some people are overwhelmed by a new puppy and approach the breeder to give the puppy back. It’s worthwhile getting in touch with Cockapoo breeders (after they have recently had a litter) to see if they have any cockapoo’s that need adopting into a loving home.

Cockapoo Adoption Case Study

Willow (pictured above) was rescued exactly 3 weeks from when the photo was taken.  Sadly, she was kept on a puppy farm, being bred for financial gain, living outside in poor conditions, and just desperately needing loving owners.

She was fortunate to be rescued inot a loving family and who within 24 hours,  got her groomed, checked out at the vets and arranged to have her spayed.

Her new owner writes ‘3 weeks on and she’s recovering from her operation well and absolutely loving her new home, she feels safe, and loved and she’s now living her best life’.

Wrapping It up

FAQs

How much should I expect to pay for a Cockapoo?

To buy a Cockapoo puppy on listing sites like Pet4home or FreeAds expect to between £700 to £2000. The exact price will be determined by: F Genealogy (F1) puppies tend to command a higher price; breeder reputation, coat colour, pre-breeding health checks, location and cyclical demand (prices went up during coronavirus lockdown)

What does F1 or F2 Cockapoo mean?

A F1 or First Cross Cockapoo is the result of a Cocker Spaniel being bred with a Poodle. F2 or Second Cross Cockapoos is the result of two  F1 Cockapoos parents being bred together.

Are Cockapoos aggressive to the owner?

Very Rarely. Cockapoo’s are one of the UK’s favourite dog breed because they are kind natured, affectionate and good with children. They are associated with rage syndrome  but this has certain triggers and should not put a buyer off owning a Cockapoo.

What is the most desirable colour Cockapoo?

According Google trends Blue Merle Cockapoos are the most searched for cockapoo colour in the UK.

The Blue Merle Cockapoo

Although rarer than other colours, Blue Merle Cockapoos are becoming increasingly sought after undoubtedly due to the distinctive characteristics that Merle Cockapoo’s display. The Merle PMEL gene brings together two distinct colours that are aesthetically pleasing to Cockapoo owners.  The subtle-mottled blending of black and white produces the beautiful Blue Merle Coat. This is can be complemented with different coloured eyes which add to the uniqueness and allure for owners.

Where Can I find Blue Merle Cockapoo Puppies?

In writing this article I researched the five most popular places that advertise Blue Merle Cockapoo Puppies on the internet.

1. 1. Pets4homes had 17 listing for Blue Merle Puppies. The range of prices are from £895-£1,500 with a few outliers. I found one listing for s F1 Toy Cockapoo Puppy whose Dad was a blue Merle Toy Poodle for £400. Advertised as the last puppy left from the litter.
   2. Cockapoo Owners Club had 13 listings for Blue Merle Cockapoo Puppies, and most of the listings were for miniature merles.
   3. Preloved  had 6 listings and they all were on the higher price side between £1,200-£1,500. Sellers tend to reduce the price as the puppies get older. One listing had Blue Merle puppies for £850 with four left.
   4. Freeads had two listing for £1,500 and £1,200.  If you’re signed up to this website then you need to be prepared to do some traveling with so few listings.
   5. Puppies.co.uk had one listing in Kent for £1200.

Blue Merle Cockapoo Price UK 2025

In the research I did, 95% of the listings showed a range of prices between £800-£1,500 with a few exceptions.

The asking price will vary based on these factors:

1. The length of time the breeder has had the puppies.  Sometimes a breeder will reduce a price drastically because they will be forced to look after the puppy as their own pet if it remains unsold.
2. A premium is charge for F1 Blue Merle Cockapoo Puppies because they are regarded as genetically purer than second, third or fourth (F2,F3,F4) cross breeds.
3. Breeder Reputation:  Good breeders gain a reputation for breeding quality litters so they can and should charge more. Time, effort and money goes into pre-screening health checks of the make and female, veterinary checks, environment, diet and socialisation.
4. Coat Colour and Features:  The rarer the coat colour and uniqueness like eye colours can increase the asking price.
5. Size: The Toy and Miniature Blue Merle Cockapoo’s tend to be more in demand so have a higher price than a standard size Cockapoo.

Blue Merle Cockapoo Rescue Dogs

It has been reported that more Merle Cockapoos are turning up at rescue centres  like Dogs Trust in Bridgend. Dog Rescue Charities say this is due to the continuing fondest UK dog owners have for the Cockapoo breed but also may be due to some health issues Merles’s are prone to.

FAQs

Are Blue Merle Cockapoo’s Rare?

Blue Merle Cockapoos are only rare in comparison to the availability of some other cockapoo colours. You can find them for sale on website like ‘Pets4homes’, ‘Cockapoo Owners Club’ or ‘Freeads’ with out much effort.

What Colour Cockapoo is most expensive?

Blue Merle Cockapoo’s are a shade more expensive because there are fewer puppies listed than more standard colours, but 2025 prices should not be higher than £1,500 for an F1 or F2 puppy.

Do Blue Merle Cockapoos Have Health Problems?

A buyer should be careful to check the parents of the puppy to ensure two merles have not been bred together.  This phenomena is also known as a double merle. Breeders should avoid this but some amateur or one off breeders might not. A double merle puppy carries an increase likelihood of having eye and ear problems that could lead to deaf and blindness in adulthood.

Are Blue Merle Cockapoos Available to Rescue?

The top puppy listing websites contain filters to search for rescue dogs related to breed and location. If you are keen to rescue a dog I recommend widening your search to something not as specific as just a Blue Merle Cockapoo.

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