✨ About the Cavapoo
The Cavapoo is not a purebred dog, but rather a delightful hybrid (sometimes called a “designer dog”) created by crossing a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel with a Poodle — usually a miniature or toy Poodle.
At Pinewood, we’ve specialized in first-generation Cavapoos (purebred Cavalier x purebred Poodle) for nearly ten years. In 2020, we introduced our first F1b Cavapoos (Cavapoo bred back to a Poodle), which can offer an even curlier, lower-shedding coat in some puppies.
🐩 The Poodle Side
Poodles are well known for their intelligence, playful personalities, and hypoallergenic, low-shedding coats that come in a variety of colors. They are sensitive to their owners’ moods and often form deep attachments to their people. Poodles are among the top-scoring breeds in obedience trials and excel in many dog sports.
❤️ The Cavalier Side
Cavaliers are gentle, affectionate, and joyful dogs. They come in four (standard) beautiful colors:
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Ruby
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Black and tan
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Blenheim (white with ruby markings)
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Tricolor (black and white with tan points)
While they are loving and eager to please, Cavaliers aren’t always as focused or compliant as a Poodle might be. If a butterfly flits by while you’re calling them, they may decide to say hello to the butterfly first!
✨ The Best of Both Worlds
A well-bred Cavapoo combines the best qualities of both breeds:
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Intelligent, playful, and eager to learn (thanks to the Poodle)
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Gentle, loving, and devoted to their family (thanks to the Cavalier)
Cavapoos come in a range of colors and typically weigh between 15–20 lbs, though we’ve had some as small as 9 lbs and others up to 23 lbs. Their low to non-shedding coats make them a popular choice for many families.
They are adaptable and can thrive in many different homes — with families, couples, singles, retirees, in apartments or on acreage. The most important thing to know? Cavapoos are true “people dogs” — they love being with their pack!
💡 Is a Cavapoo Right for You?
While Cavapoos are wonderful companions, they aren’t the perfect fit for everyone. Temperaments can vary — some may be very clever and high-energy (that Poodle intelligence!), which might not be ideal for first-time dog owners.
If you’re calm and consistent, your Cavapoo will likely mirror that. On the other hand, an anxious or high-strung environment can create an anxious dog. If you’re seeking a more mellow, easygoing dog, a purebred Cavalier might be a better match.
🌱 Health and “Hybrid Vigor”
Cavapoos benefit from something called “hybrid vigor” (heterosis), which refers to the potential health advantages of mixing two different breeds. The idea is that the genetic diversity from crossing two breeds can help produce puppies that are healthier and less prone to breed-specific health issues.
We combine this natural advantage with thorough health testing in our breeding program to give your puppy the very best start.
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We hope that if the Cavapoo sounds like a good match for you, you’ll find your perfect companion with us. We’re always happy to help you decide if this special breed is the right fit for your family!
Hi there. I’m looking for 2 female apricot cavapoos. Can you tell me what number I may be on the list?
Melissa, our list is in the 40’s right now. Although, I’ve had a few people drop off and I’m in the process of matching a litter of puppies. Once that’s done, I will update our list and have a more accurate number. Thanks! P.S. You are wanting our most popular color/gender x2, so you might have to wait a bit.
Hi there!
My family and I lost our dog of 16 years this year and the house just hasn’t been the same without a dog. We absolutely love the Cavapoo breed and think it would be a perfect fit for our family. We’re very interested in purchasing one of your apricot or tri color female or male Cavapoo puppies if you have any. Would it be possible to reserve one? And when would they be ready to be picked up? Do you ship puppies?
Hope to hear from you soon!
Emma
Hi Emma,
I just sent you an email responding to your email. Please let me know if you have more questions. Thanks so much!
I’m so sorry to hear about the loss or your dog. They truly do become part of the family <3
I am interested in a tri colored CavaPoo. Do you have any litters currently that fit this or do you know when you might have other litters available?
I don’t any puppies available at this time. You’re welcome to get on our waiting list to wait for one though 🙂 Thanks for inquiring!
Hi. My family and I lost our yorkie Baxter on Dec 11. We are so so sad without him in our lives. We are looking into getting a cavapoo. They are just too cute for words. Do you have any available?
Hi Kim,
I’m so sorry for your loss. I know how heartbreaking that loss can be. Unfortunately, we do not have any available puppies.
Hello,
How do we get on your wait list? We are looking for a male apricot.
Here you go https://pinewoodcavapoos.com/puppy-info/adoption-info/
I’m looking for one male Cavapoo. If somebody can call me I would appreciate it. We are a family of four I have two girls ages 11 and 12. We’ve been waiting for them to become old enough to help with the responsibility and believe now is the time. Let me know at your earliest opportunity. Thanking you in advance
We don’t have any available puppies.
Hello – I was wondering if you could tell me when you might have your next litter of Cavapoos? We are interested in one, but would like one fairly soon. Thank you!!
No reputable breeder will have any puppies available now or fairly soon. There are waiting lists. Please be careful in your search. An puppy available soon or “now” will be a broker, a puppy mill or a scam. Find a reputable breeder, get on their list and prepare to wait. I promise it will be worth it! 🙂
I live in California and it is nearly impossible to find a Cavapoo. Please advise…
I’m sorry, the only reputable breeder I refer to in CA has a closed waiting list. But you could still check with her (Cee Cee’s Puppy Palace). Or get on some of the better Cavapoo groups on FB and check their reputable breeder lists in their files section. Please be aware that there are tons of scams going around.
Hi I’m looking for a cavapoo apricot. Wanted to know if there will be a litter soon thank you
Thank you for reaching out. We do not have any available puppies or “soon to be”. All of our current and upcoming litters will be matched with families on our waiting list which is currently closed. We are not accepting any new applications at this time. It will probably be months before we reopen our list again as it is very long. If you’d like to keep up on any news or announcements from us, please go to our website (www.pinewoodcavapoos.com) and sign up for email notifications. Just hit the “FOLLOW” button on the right hand side under the photo album.
No other reputable breeder will have puppies available either. We all work from a waiting list. The only “available” puppies you will likely find will be from a puppy mill, a broker or it will be a complete scam. The scammers are out in full force because they know “everyone and their brother” are looking for a puppy as soon as they can find one.
Ok, thank you!
Hi I’m looking a cavapoo but I see that your waitlist is closed. Do you have any other reputable breeders in BC (that may still have their waitlist open) that you could recommend please? Thank you!
I don’t know any breeders in BC, sorry
Hi, Do you have any puppies available and if I was to be put on the list what place would I be
Thanks
I’m sorry we do not have puppies available. In fact, no reputable breeder will. They/we all work from a waiting list. Ours is currently closed.
Is there a way to be alerted when the wait-list reopens?
Heidi the best thing to do is sign up for email notifications from the blog/website so you don’t miss any news or announcements 🙂 Thanks!