Companion · small
Cavoodle
Australia's most popular designer breed — Cavalier + Poodle. Compact, low-shed, adores people. Excellent apartment or family dog, but needs company most of the day.
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Weight
5-11 kg
12-24 lbs
Height
28-36 cm
11-14"
Lifespan
12-15y
Traits at a glance
Energy3/5
Trainability4/5
Grooming needs4/5
Barking2/5
Good with kids5/5
Apartment ok5/5
Cost calculator
Estimated monthly
$361 AUD/mo
≈ $4,332 AUD/year · First year with setup ≈ $5,232 AUD
food$75
vet$70
grooming$82
supplies$30
training$35
insurance$65
registration$4
Upfront — buying the pup
$3,500–$6,500 AUD one-off
Typical pet-quality range from registered Australian breeders. Adopting instead? Rescues charge ≈ $350–$800 adoption fee.
Training tips for a Cavoodle
Practical, breed-specific advice tuned to a Cavoodle's temperament, energy and trainability.
Training guides for a Cavoodle
Expert-written guides picked for a Cavoodle's temperament and needs.
Health & nutrition for a Cavoodle
What to watch for, how to feed, and how to keep a Cavoodle in top shape — tuned to this breed's size and build.
Ready to meet a Cavoodle?
Search animal shelters and rescues across Australia — and consider bringing a certified trainer to your first meet-and-greet.