Last Updated on June 6, 2025 by Simon James
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.
- 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.
- Cockapoo Owners Club had 13 listings for Blue Merle Cockapoo Puppies, and most of the listings were for miniature merles.
- Prelovedhad 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.
- 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.
- 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:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Coat Colour and Features: The rarer the coat colour and uniqueness like eye colours can increase the asking price.
- 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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