Nowadays, many people are opting to own their own pet, but more specifically, dogs. In doing this, it allows us to get our bodies back into better shape by going outside more, become more socialised with people and exercise furthermore than what we’re used to. Not only that, but being able to walk your pet regularly can decrease blood pressure levels, and helps to manage loneliness as well as depression by providing us company when we need it the most. It is no wonder that here in the US, roughly 67% of Americans own at least one kind of pet in our homes, even if it is not a dog.That being said, a cavapoo is a mixed breed between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Poodle dog breeds. They are considered a designer breed and go by several names, such as the cavadoodle or cavoodle.In this article, we’re going to be talking about all that you need to know on cavapoos, including a bonus on how to potty train your animal properly. Having the ability to research what kind of animal you are wanting for yourself or for simple research purposes are one of the many luxuries that we have in the 21st century! Isn’t it wonderful?

Are Cavapoo Good Dogs?

In short, these animals are generally very friendly and loving dogs. They get along well with other human beings, different dog breeds and even cats when they are exposed to a lot of socialization.But on the downside, if they do not get enough love and affection, their behavior starts to change and they become more destructive. Depending on how long you are gone throughout the day makes a huge difference, which we will go over in the next section down below.

Can Cavapoo Be Left Alone For Long?

Many dog breeds do not care to be alone very often. They are very loyal animals who need as much love and attention as they so desire. Although cavapoos can be left alone, they cannot for long periods of time or else these animals will begin to develop behavior issues, such as destroying certain things within your home.If you are gone for 8 hours of the day, like when you go to work, you might come home to find something you are not wanting to see. However, it is known that the longest they can be left home alone is anywhere between 4 to 6 hours each time.Knowing this information, homeowners who are prone to staying away from their house a lot of the time, these puppies may not be a suitable fit. If you decide to own a cavadoodle though, they will need to be housetrained. A lot of patience and consistency within you is a must in order to ensure this behavior is limited. Making sure you use positive reinforcement will help your pooch understand the situation better. On a quick note, never ever punish your dog for acting this way as that would lead to further destructiveness.

Do Cavapoo Dogs Bark Often?

These pups are known to bark often because they want to be heard and seek constant attention from their owners. If your dog is alone often, they tend to bark a lot more. This behavior is due to being stressed out and uncomfortable with their situation or surroundings. Cavoodles also want to make sure you know if a visitor is around your home, even if they are unwanted, which is, of course, a good thing.Nevertheless, you can train your animal to bark less with proper training and showing them that you do not want this type of behavior within your home. However, it is important to know that all dogs bark mostly just to express themselves more just as we express ourselves through speaking out loud to others.

What Is The Temperament Of A Cavapoo?

Whether you own a dog, cat, bird or even a bunch of farm animals, each species that you have has their own sort of temperament. This helps us distinguish what we are looking out for out of each and every animal. You can never expect a cat to have the same type of personality that a dog has.That being said, I want to go over with you briefly on what you can expect over a cavapoo:

• Loyal to their owners
• They are playful pets
• This breed of dog is very good-natured
• They have the personality of being social and friendly. This would help whenever you are walking your dog because that means they will not growl at other dogs or humans. When looking for a dog, this is an important attribute.
• They are affectionate and love to cuddle. As mentioned above if you leave them home for too long, they might get destructive but if you provide lots of love and attention, then this attitude may never come to pass.
• Cavapoos are very playful creatures, meaning you can expect a lot of fun times with the pooches

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Their Physical Features

All mammals have fur because it guards their bodies and keeps moisture from reaching to the skin. It basically acts as a blanket, especially during the winter time. On that note, what exactly is different about these fur babies that other animals do not have?Cavapoos come in either black, white, or brown coats depending on their parents. They have brown eyes and a black nose and the texture of their hair is wavy with it being medium to long size. In order to ensure that their coats are well taken care of, you have to brush them daily.Not only that, but their appearance varies depending on what their parents have. Typically, they have long and floppy ears with faces that are much smaller than dogs with longer noses. They have small bodies with shorter legs than their parent, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

How Much Walking Should You Do For Your Fur Baby?

As a baby, they will not need to be walked as much, but making sure you implement some sort of exercise as soon as you bring them home is one of the most important steps you can do for your pooch. When they are fully grown, take them on long walks every single day if you are able. However, if this breed goes on too long of walks, it can lead to a very tired dog.With their energy being at a medium, cavapoos need roughly 60 minutes of exercise per day, so going on a 30 minute walk or two 15 minute walks will be very beneficial for them. Whether you have a backyard or go to a park somewhere, every other form of exercise can be done at home.

The Potty Training Method

One of the main questions to ask yourself is how you can potty train your cavapoo properly and how long it takes in order for them to get trained. As little as 3 weeks old, they can start to take themselves on a pee pad or another designated pee area. Some dogs pick up potty training more quickly than others, however.In short, the easiest way to potty train your pooch is to watch their every move and make sure you know what they are doing at all times. This ensured that you know what signs they are doing so you can take them outside or on the pee pad whenever they need to go. It will also strengthen the bond between the both of you.Here is a quick and easy guide on how you can potty train them more properly:

• Do not get them too excited for they will pee all over you or the floor
• Once nap time is over, rush them outside or on the pee pad
• Take the dog out anywhere between 5 to 30 minutes after eating. You will soon learn their natural timing of going potty
• Once you have nailed these 3 parts down or if nothing happens, take them out every 45 to 60 minutes
• As you potty train, make sure you take them in the same area they peed previously due to the scent of their pee. This will ensure they get trained to know what to do
• Take them potty before you go to bed
• In the middle of the night, make sure you let them go pee silently and quickly to ensure they know it is not play time
• Use the same phrase to indicate it is time to pee as well as praising them after they finish peeing
• Be consistent and not get discouraged. These sort of things just take time

Conclusion

Being a combination between the Poodle and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, cavoodles make a wonderful addition to your family or family members. Making sure we give them lots of love and attention is a must for these affectionate animals, and I promise they will not let you down!