Choosing A Suitable Mate

Choosing a suitable mate

More often than not a breeder is seeking a sire (male) or ‘stud dog’ for a dam (female). There is a golden rule to be applied here: select dogs for mating that will compliment each other and hopefully have offspring that will improve on the parent’s flaws. Of course we know, a Cocker Spaniel and a Poodle do compliment each other, but for the sake of an example, if you feel the dam’s coat could be improved upon, look in particular for a sire with a wonderful lustrous coat.

Breed to improve should always be foremost in your mind when examining your Cockapoo bitch. The same goes when breeding two Cockapoos. In practice, there are a many factors to consider and this is where really knowing the breed and having in depth conversations with the stud dog’s owner is needed.

Temperament and Genetics

The two most important considerations to take into account are certainly

temperament and health. Often people will decide to breed a dam because of her wonderful temperament. People love their dogs because they are wonderful to be around and they admire their poise and grace. If your are motivated to breed, be motivated by wanting to keep the wonderful temperament flowing into a new generation of puppies.

Temperament however, must then be balanced against health. A responsible breeder will not breed in bad genetics. Cockapoos can suffer from a set of common problems so health checks are a necessity to ensure problems are not bred into future generations.

Careful selection over generations has produced the wonderful playful companion that the cockapoo breed is known for, so never breed a dam with a questionable temperament.

Likewise, hereditary defects are common with all dogs so a breeder wants to minimise the risks for future generations by being certain genetic problems are not being passed on. Many health problems can be avoided at the selection stage of pairing a sire with dam.

Rearing Cockapoo Puppies: Understand The Commitment

Rearing Cockapoo puppies is a full-on, full-time job. In the early stages the female will usually take care of the puppies needs, but if things don’t go to plan you will have to step in.

The dam’s (bitch) milk could dry up, or worse case scenario the dam might not survive after producing the litter. As the breeder you must ensure a good, hygienic, safe environment for the litter and be attentive to the dams need for nutrition rich food and fresh water.

Once the puppies are weaned from the dam the fun (work) really starts! Be prepared for a frenzy of activity as you cleanup, groom, and over-see as many as possibly 12-14 puppies. This period, while very fun and cute, gobbles up your time and energy.

But it’s not just your time that’s expended, it’s also your finances. If making money was one of the reasons that appealed to you did you consider food costs, heat lamp, vaccinations, emergency veterinary care if required? Raising a litter of puppies can run into serious money particularly if there are complications during whelping.

Time should also be spent ensuring each puppy goes to a good owner. This means you should have an assessment process to make sure the new owner is going to provide a responsible, loving home.

A responsible Cockapoo breeder will know all the characteristics of the breed and be able to supply written information about the needs of the dog (including the challenges) to prepare the new owner for what is to come.

Your written instructions should include what lifestyle the dog prefers, since Cockapoos are bred as companion dogs you need to re-enforce that exercise is needed), grooming needs, feeding and nutrition, health care, pet insurance and

basic training advice). Either way, you should be instilling an ethos in your interactions with new owners of the required standards required to provide a good home.

Breed to improve

You may love your female Cockapoo and know you will do a responsible job of breeding but you may not have the right dog to breed from. A dog owner that cannot see the flaws in their own dog is nick named as having kennel blindness. In other words, the owner cannot objectively assess the characteristics and flaws of their own dog to determine whether breeding their bitch will improve the breed.

If you want to breed from your Cockapoo you should be looking for a stud dog that eliminates the flaws of your bitch. Some flaws like poor genetic health cannot be compensated for and you should make the decision not to continue. Read this article from my blog to help you go through a checklist of green lights to make a decision to breed or not to breed.

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Cockapoo Breeders Guide

A Guide To Breeding Your Cockapoo

cockapoo breeders: cockapoo puppies — black and golden cockapoos from the same litter

If you are seriously considering responsibly breeding your dog or “bitch” you are about to embark on an amazing journey that is certainly challenging in many ways but will bring a lot of wonderful experiences—hopefully most of them happy.

Breeding a dog is not to be taken lightly but if it is done without due care or, understanding all possible outcomes, it can lead to heart break and dogs suffering. That is why the breeding process should be done in a considerate and informed way that will give the best chance of the owner ending up with healthy and happy puppies that in turn, end up in loving homes.

If you are breeding a pure breed Cocker Spaniel or Poodle to produce a F1 first cross Cockapoo you should be familiar with the Kennel Club (KC) registered breeders scheme. If you are breeding a second generation Cockapoo (F2) you should still know Kennel Club best practice guidelines or the Cockapoo Club of GB (CCGB) bred club guidelines. There are also breeding courses dog breeding courses you can study.

The secret to successful breeding

The secret to successful breeding is having a depth of knowledge of the Cockapoo breed and swatting up on as much information as possible to prepare for any outcome. A good relationship with a licensed veterinary practice is essential as complications can arise quickly and need an expert to intervention.

The breeding process is expensive, time consuming and sometimes heartbreaking so you should be motivated by the right reasons. You should want to improve the breed; you should not be motivated by money. Cutting corners on diet, environment and health screening are all hallmarks of an irresponsible breeder.

How do you become an expert?

As well getting involved with the KC and CCGB it’s a good idea to ask registered breeders for advice. Some will have time for you others won’t but find one that will so you can learn from their wealth of experience. People that make good hobby breeders are often people that love their own dog, invest time in attending breed get-togethers, dog shows and generally have a fascination with the Cockapoo that leads them to make the right responsible decisions about breeding.

There are some forums: cockapoo club chat to ask questions if you are not immersed in Cockapoo life.

Here is your 17 point breeding plan

#1 Breed to improve

#2 Understand The Commitment

#3 Cockapoo Breeders Checklist

#4 Choosing A suitable Mate

#5 Understand genetics

#6 Stud Contract

#7 Pre-Breeding Health Checks

#8 Mating

#9 Introduce Your Dam To A Whelping Box

#10 Puppies Are Born

#11 If Complications Arise Consult Your Veterinarian

#12 Caring For New Born Cockapoo Puppies

#13 Care Plan For The Female After Whelping

#14 Register Your Litter

#15 Weaning Puppies From Their Mother

#16 Homing Your Cockapoo Puppies

#17 Commit Yourself To The Puppies For Life

The list of registered Cockapoo Breeders in the UK can be found here > Cockapoo Breeders UK

Good luck!

November 19, 2014July 28, 2019

Thinking of Breeding Your Cockapoo? Read This 13 Point Checklist First

Cockapoo breeders are on the rise due to the Cockapoo’s fashionable status. However, dog breeding is a complex and serious business that should not be entered into lightly. You’re own circumstances, the dog or bitch you are breeding from, and your motivation are all factors that need to weighed up before making a decision. Here is a checklist to work through.

Cockapoo Breeders: 13 point checklist

Does your Cockapoo bitch have the right temperament and has she been genetically tested as fit and healthy?
Do you have enough money to afford the necessary health tests for the bitch before mating?
Can you afford vaccinations, worming and micro chipping for the whole litter?
Is your knowledge of the whelping period sufficient to help a bitch if complications arise?
Could you pay for the veterinarian fees for a caesarean should the bitch have difficulty during whelping?
Do you have adequate resources to cope with a large litter of 10-12 puppies?
Do you have the knowledge and resources to rear a litter including provision of safe, sanitary warm environment for a large litter?
Can you put into place a basic early socialisation program for the puppies?
Do you have the time to devote to rearing the litter (around eight weeks) before the puppies can be released to a responsible home?
Are you expert enough to advise the new owners on puppy contracts, care plans, diet, training and common health problems?
Do you know an expert Cockapoo breeder or an experiences dog breeder who can assist you?
Will you have a screening process for potential puppy owners to make sure the puppies are well homed?
If someone brings a puppy back for whatever reason could you cope?

You should give careful consideration to these questions and if you are in any doubt, a responsible Cockapoo breeder will decide against breeding from the Cockapoo bitch. If this is the case it is wise to get her spayed to stop unplanned pregnancies. If you want to ask more questions informally, try some of the better known Cockapoo forums listed here: CCGB; Cockapoo Owners Club

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Socialising Cockapoos

Introduction

Cockapoo puppies need to meet a range of different people during their ‘socialisation period’ (between about 3 and 12 weeks of age) to ensure that they accept contact with people as a normal and positive part of life. During this period, puppies learn what is ‘normal’ in their environment and what to expect in different circumstances.

It is therefore important for all puppies to learn that contact with all sorts of different people is a normal part of life. They also need to learn about the various types of interaction that people have with dogs. For example, they need to accept being handled all over, picked up, their feet being handled and cleaned, ears examined, coat groomed, and nails cut. They also need to learn about the various things that people do, for example, coming in and out of the house / kennel area. They also need to learn that sometimes people interact and play, but at other times they may be present but not interacting with them.

The aim of a structured socialisation program is to give puppies the best chance of coping well with the various types of people, circumstances in which they appear, and ways in which they interact with dogs, before they are homed to a domestic environment. In order to ensure they develop a positive perception of people, it is important for the introduction of new experiences to be gradual and controlled. It is also important that puppies are not already anxious or fearful when they interact with people, as this will increase the risk that they will associate human contact with a negative experience.

Preparation

Plan in advance how you will ensure that puppies experience different types of people. All puppies should have contact with a minimum of four people. This should include at least one person of each gender. It should also include at least one person who is above retirement age. Puppies should also experience controlled contact with children. Ideally this should include at least one older child ( 8 years +), and also a baby or toddler

For safety, children should only have contact with puppies under the supervision of their parents or responsible adult. Where access to young children is not feasible, puppies should be exposed to the noises of babies and young children using good quality recordings

Prepare in advance any items which will help broaden puppies’ experience of people. For example, having a brightly coloured and rustling jacket (as worn by postmen or delivery people), a motorcycle helmet, a cap, a back-pack, a pushchair, a zimmer frame and an umbrella available will mean that puppies can people engaged in socialising the puppies can introduce puppies to items that they will commonly see associated with people as adults

Before you start

Make sure the puppy is in a place he / she knows well

Have plenty of toys and treats

You should be able to recognise signs of anxiety in a puppy before starting the socialisation sessions, so you can withdraw if the experiences you are introducing to the puppy cause him/her to be frightened

Socialisation to different types of people

Puppies should be familiar and confident with their main carer before the introduction of further people. This person should spend time playing and interacting with puppies until all of the puppies in the litter approach the carer voluntarily on entering the kennel / room. Where individual puppies show signs of fear or anxiety, such as cowering at the back of the pen, moving away, trembling, or pulling back on contact, they should be given additional attention. This should involve the carer being quiet and calm, crouching or sitting a short distance away from the puppy and encouraging the puppy to approach.

Approaches should be rewarded with food treats. Interaction with nervous puppies should develop with gentle stroking on the chest area: avoid putting the hand directly towards the puppy’s head as this may be perceived as threatening. With increased confidence, the puppy can be gradually stroked on the shoulder, back, flanks and head

Once all puppies in a litter confidently approach and interact with their main carer, a program of introduction to other people can be started. Puppies’ response to the introduction of one other person should be evaluated first. Signs of fear or anxiety in individual puppies should be addressed by the main carer. Once puppies confidently interact with the second person, further new people can be introduced. These should include adults of both gender

When puppies are confidently interacting with a number of adults in a familiar environment, they can be introduced to people in different circumstances. For example they should experience people coming and going through a threshold (e.g. door in a household), and meeting people when they are in an outside garden or run

The socialisation program can then be expanded to include contact with children where possible. Older children can interact with puppies, but should be instructed how to appropriately handle and play with puppies before the interaction begins. Contact with children should be supervised at all times to prevent the occurrence of negative experiences for either puppies or children. Where younger children or babies are introduced to puppies, they should be held by their parents. Should direct contact with children not be impossible, puppies should experience the range of noises made by babies and children through use of a good quality sound recording

Puppies should be given additional experience about the variation in the ways people might appear to them through the use of ‘props’. For example people can interact with the puppies wearing a florescent jacket, motorcycle helmet or backpack. They can also walk past the puppies using a ‘zimmer frame’ or pushing a push chair or trolley. These experiences will help puppies to learn that all these variations of how people appear are a normal part of life.

Conclusion

Many dog owners will think a puppy socialisation program is extravagant and not worth the time spent. It’s up to the individual how in-depth they want to make the program but at at the least, remember to introduce your puppy to people, noises, props, and new environments carefully and remember you have a delicate sentient being to nurture into the a very scary world!

September 22, 2014May 4, 2025

Cockapoo Temperament- What You Need To Know

Understanding The Cockapoo Temperament

Cockapoos love people. This particular hybrid dog has an outgoing happy disposition that makes them the perfect family pet; its no wonder the cockapoo temperament is so desirable.

Their playful personality has made them one of the most popular mixed breed dogs, and they engage old and young alike with their intelligent and playful nature. Coupled with a forgiving disposition they make the perfect child-friendly household-pet. Their compact size has made them an ideal apartment dog but they are just as happy exploring the great outdoors or having fun at the beach.

Their parentage (cocker spaniel and poodle cross) ensures they are easy to train but because they are people orientated they should not be left on their own for long periods.

The companion dog

Understand from the beginning that Cockapoos have a reputation for being needy. Crate training is recommended to deal with their bouts of separation anxiety. If not addressed, this anxiety can manifest in very destructive chewing and digging. This trait does not reflect the current reputation in the majority of English-bred Cockapoos however, especially those that have been professionally bred and have had a normal early socialization period with their mother and litter mates.

To properly understand the Cockapoo temperament you need to understand the nature of parent breeds. Poodles and Cocker spaniels are regarded as among the most intelligent of all dog breeds so it should come as no surprise that Cockapoos are very clever.

Beyond buying from a responsible breeder, all Cockapoo owners agree that their dogs have a unique temperament and personalities that can be a little eccentric, even comical.

If you want to make sure your Cockapoo is born healthy, only buy from a registered breeder. The Cockapoo Club GB maintains a list on its website and we also have list here. The America Cockapoo Club maintains a list as well. These breeders will have had their premises inspected and subscribe to a code of ethics which will include rigorous health checks before breeding.

Whether a breeder is registered or not they should all aspire to standards that address the concerns of prospective dog owners. A Breeding Standard for all dogs has been published by the Dog Advisory Council (DAC).

If a Cockapoo is not kept happily engaged intellectually and is allowed to become bored, they will soon find mischief. While aggression is not at all common with Cockapoos, they will come up with highly inventive and occasionally destructive ways to keep themselves entertained. These can range from barking and jumping, to chewing furniture and at worst self-destructive scratching.

Agility

It is imperative that a Cockapoo not be asked to just hang around all day doing nothing. Being a couch potato does not come naturally to them. These dogs excel at negotiating obstacle courses and are prime candidates for agility training. They love puzzle toys and are surprisingly powerful chewers, requiring the strongest synthetic bones available. There is a positive to this fact, however, since constructive chewing relieves stress and is excellent for the animal’s teeth and jaws.

You will often find the Cockapoo copying your behaviour – if you are on the sofa, they want to be there with you; if you are at the computer, they are underneath your desk; but if you pick up a leash – well, all of a sudden they are jumping up and down saying, “great, it’s my time for exercise!”

Friendly & Intelligent

So long as a Cockapoo has adequate physical and mental stimulation, you will be hard pressed to find any dog that is more consistently friendly. They are ready to play at the drop of a hat and get along brilliantly with other dogs at the park or at meet ups. Often a buoyant Cockapoo takes the lead in getting quieter dogs in the middle of a game, rather like a four-legged activity co-ordinator.

Loving

Cockapoos also have a charming reputation for their intuitive natures. They don’t just pick up on your daily routines, but also on your current emotional state. This sensitivity makes them excellent therapy dogs. If you are crying, expect to have a very concerned dog at your side licking away your tears and trying to address and help with the problem.

While this is a sweet and endearing trait, in some instances it works to the detriment of the dog’s well-being. In the presence of long-term anxiety on the part of their owner, Cockapoos can dissolve into a state of nervous collapse themselves.

Certainly you can’t always control what life throws at you, but realize that your dog will pick up on your state of mind and react accordingly. If you are calm, your dog will be calm. If your excited your dog will be excited and it is always best to steer clear for pro-longed periods of over exuberance as this can test any dogs good behaviour.

Sociable

A lot of Cockapoo owners enjoy the social aspect of being a part of a community of dog owners that appreciate the breed. Below is a video that shows Cockapoos enjoying themselves at the beach. There is a strong community of Cockapoo owners enabled by the internet age that has meet ups all over the UK. This is also the case in other countries where the Cockapoo is popular such as USA, Australia and Sweden.

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Cockapoo Puppies Temperament

It’s not uncommon for all new dog owners to think from time to time their puppy is a devil dog. Getting a Cockapoo puppy is no different. Don’t judge your Cockapoo’s temperament by it’s puppy behaviour. This is just a phase that they grow out of. Raising a puppy is a challenging, time intensive part of your life and the best way to combat this is a basic training programme. The three essential programs I recommend starting immediately are house training, crate training and bite inhibition or “soft mouth behaviour”. A Cockapoo’s temperament is not discernibly different from any other dogs temperament that has had a normal socialization period with its mother and litter mates. Ideally all puppies should not be re-homed until about 7-8 weeks. Taking away these early socialization experiences is harmful to the development of a healthy puppy.

September 21, 2014July 28, 2019

Cockapoo diet: are you making hip dysplasia more likely?

Many Cockapoo owners are not aware that what they feed their dog can affect whether he/she will suffer from gets hip dysplasia. Three factors are known to contribute to the advance of this joint disorder: genetics, exercise, and nutrition. Your puppy’s genetics are not changeable, but the other two factors are still under your control.

To decrease the likelihood of your puppy developing hip dysplasia, avoid overfeeding and in particular over dosing their food with extra calcium, vitamin D.

Cockapoo diet

Excess calories promote rapid growth, which places strain on a puppy’s developing bones and joints. Excess calcium also interferes with normal cartilage development and growing bones.

Your dogs size is already determined by inherited genetics so your puppy will reach a full grown size whether you feed him rocket fuel or sensible portions.

A good way to prevent overfeeding is to be present when your dog eats so you know for sure what has been eaten. Leaving a dog bowl out that constantly gets topped up is an easy mistake that leads to canine obesity.

The factor is exercise. A small dog like the Cockapoo only needs light exercise, but that doesn’t mean no exercise at all. One session of 30 minutes is the minimum but two sessions are ideal. Cockapoos thrive on exercise and this will burn off extra calories just like in humans. Managing your dogs weight is key to preventing hip dysplasia.

To check your dogs weight, lay your hands on your dog with thumbs either side of the spine. If your puppy is at the right weight you should be able to feel the ribs without pressing. If you are still unsure ask your vet to check your puppies weight.

For more information on treatment of HD read here

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You may not place any links on the website where those links take users to unlawful material or material that contravenes these Rules of Acceptable Use.
You may not place on the website advertisements nor make commercial solicitations nor use the website for any commercial purposes (which would include using the website to promote or encourage the sale of your goods/services).
You may not place on the website any material that authorises, enables or encourages the dissemination of junk mail or chain letters.
You grant Business Mapper the unrestricted right to use, reproduce, translate and distribute any material you place on the site.
Whilst we do not pre-screen submissions placed on our online forums, we do have the right (but not the obligation) at our sole discretion to review, edit, move or delete any material submitted to our online forums.
Business Mapper accepts no responsibility for any statements, material or other submissions placed on our online forums by you or any third party, or for any loss or damage resulting from your breach of these Rules of Acceptable Use.
You agree to indemnify Business Mapper, its associated companies and its representatives and employees from any and all damages, claims and liabilities (including legal fees) and expenses of any kind which arise from your actions, statements, contributions or other submissions to our online forums, from any unauthorised use of material obtained from our online forums or otherwise from your breach of our Rules of Acceptable Use.
Profile images can include a personal portrait or other non-offensive and non-copyright content, for example, company logos are not permitted. Inappropriate images will result in your forum account being suspended.

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