How can I tell if my dog is a Cavapoo?

Look for these signs: small and round-faced with big dark eyes and a short muzzle; soft wavy coat in chestnut, ruby, black, or chestnut-and-white; long feathered ears that hang close to the cheeks. For a definitive answer, snap a photo and let Pawdigree compare your dog against 200+ dog and 70+ cat breeds.

What is a Cavapoo often confused with?

Cavapoos are most often mixed up with the Goldendoodle, the Poodle, and the Shih Tzu. Pawdigree tells them apart by reading the actual coat, build, and proportions in your photo, then showing a ranked breed match with a confidence score.

Can Pawdigree identify a Cavapoo from a photo?

Yes. Take one photo of your dog and Pawdigree returns your top breed match free, with a confidence score. Unlock the full profile — breed mix percentages, personality, and care — with a one-time purchase, no subscription.

dog breed

Cavapoo

a Cavalier King Charles spaniel crossed with a poodle

A cavapoo (or cavoodle) crosses a Cavalier King Charles spaniel with a poodle, usually a toy or miniature one. The result is a small, round-faced companion with a soft wavy coat and a gentle, cuddly streak.

How to identify a Cavapoo

Small and round-faced with big dark eyes and a short muzzle
Soft wavy coat in chestnut, ruby, black, or chestnut-and-white
Long feathered ears that hang close to the cheeks

Commonly confused with

If you're second-guessing the breed, these are the lookalikes people mix up with a Cavapoo most often:

At a glance

Size: Small (9–25 lb)
Coat: Soft and wavy, low-shedding
Temperament: Affectionate, gentle, playful
Origin: Australia / United States, 1990s
Lifespan: 12–15 years

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Look for these signs: small and round-faced with big dark eyes and a short muzzle; soft wavy coat in chestnut, ruby, black, or chestnut-and-white; long feathered ears that hang close to the cheeks. For a definitive answer, snap a photo and let Pawdigree compare your dog against 200+ dog and 70+ cat breeds.