A sudden change to your Cockapoo puppy's diet can cause tummy upset. When you get them home, feed your puppy little and often. Feeding them the same food as the breeder, around fed three to four times a day, is recommended whilst their tummies are small. As they get bigger, you can reduce the number of times and increase the amount. A full grown Cockapoo should be fed twice a day.

When it comes to feeding, every dog is different. So, you may need to adjust it depending on the size of your dog and how much exercise they’re getting. A guide can be found on most dog food packaging. Your vet will also be able to advise you on the type of food and how much your dog should be eating.

Cockapoos have a long coat and will need grooming regularly. If you have a puppy, it’s best to start grooming them at an early age so they can get used to it.

Every Cockapoo’s coat can differ depending on the genetics they’ve inherited from their parents. If your dog has straighter hair, you probably only need to groom them two or three times a week.

If you’re not sure how to groom a Cockapoo or if they have wavy or tightly curled hair, you’ll need to take them to a professional groomer. If they’re not groomed regularly their coat can get matted which can cause discomfort and further problems for your dog.

The Cockapoo is an active breed, so you’ll need to take them out for long walks once or twice a day. Regular playtime in the garden will also help them to stay active and healthy and improve their temperament. As an owner-to-be, knowing how much exercise a Cockapoo needs is a must.

The type and length of exercise will depend on the age and health of your dog. Puppies usually thrive on short periods of exercise a few times a day. Adults are usually content with a couple of long walks every day. An older or overweight dog will benefit from regular but shorter amounts of exercise to keep their joints mobile and to encourage weight loss.

It’s well known that both Cocker Spaniels and Poodles are easy to train. Thankfully, the training trait has rubbed off on the Cockapoo crossbreed, meaning they’re generally eager to please and take to training easily.

Always start with the basics and take your Cockapoo puppy to puppy training classes. This will be the best place to get top training tips from other puppy owners and experts. They’ll learn new things in no time with a mix of fun, engaging training and rewards for good behaviour.

The Cockapoo is a crossbreed, crossed between one of the Cocker Spaniel breeds and a Poodle. This means it isn’t a ‘pure’ dog breed. Even though they’re a crossbreed, they can still be registered with the Kennel Club, they just don’t recognise them as ‘Pedigree’. They range in size depending on the size of the Poodle parent. ‘Toy’ Cockapoos are the smallest and ‘Standard’ are the biggest

All dog breeds shed their hair to a certain degree and Cockapoos are no exception. However, because they’re crossed with the Poodle that sheds a minimal amount of hair, they tend to shed much less than other breeds. Cockapoos aren’t hypoallergenic as some people believe. Allergies aren’t caused by dog hair; they’re caused by dead skin cells and saliva. There’s no scientific evidence that one breed is more or less allergenic than another.

They have a lifespan of around 13-18 years. Toy Cockapoos have been known to live up to 18 years of age, which is a really good age for a smaller breed dog. Bigger dogs tend not to live as long, so on average, a Standard Cockapoo will live to around 12 years of age.

If you buy your dog from a reputable breeder, you’re probably going to have to spend around £1,200-£1,900 for a puppy. Prices vary depending on breeder, colour and parentage. Some colours are rarer than others, which means you might pay a premium for a rare colour.