Before proceeding with your search for a good Cockapoo, we advise reading Larry Shook’s short book “The Puppy Report”. You may order it through the CCA from Amazon.com or check your local library. This will help you to be an informed consumer.
There are breeders or puppy brokers selling any little mixed breed as a Cockapoo because they know that they are so popular and hard to find. So be sure that you get what you are paying for. The more the breeder does, the better the warrantee and health and temperaments checks may be. For example, you can get a “bargain” pup from an ad in the paper for say “$200” and spend a $1000 dollars at the vet to get it healthy. But if you pay a higher price, say $750-1250 or more, you spend $0 at the vet and only have the ordinary maintenance expenses. So in reality, your $200 “bargain” may end up costing you $1200 and you may or may not wind up with a live, healthy and temperamentally sound pup. Whereas, you pay $750 or more to a good breeder who stands behind her/his pups and have no extra charges, are sure it is really a Cockapoo and will be healthy and temperamentally sound.
Before you travel your first impression is by phone or email and you can check a breeder out with the local Humane Society. Many times, interviewing over the telephone will either establish a relationship or raise your suspicions. Ask the breeder how long they have been breeding, about the temperament and health of the parents and if the parents are AKC registered or the pups traceable to AKC Cocker and Poodle lines. The breeder should be interested in learning about the type of home you can provide, about your history with pets, your familiarity with Cockapoos, ages of children etc. If all is going well at this point, you might ask the breeder to send a blank copy of their sales contract and warrantee along with any brochure they may have.
Ideally, the next step should be a visit to the breeders with your family. Sometimes this is not geographically feasible, in which case you need to rely on your feelings, obtaining and checking references from people who own the breeder’s pups and the reputation of the breeder. The visit gives you an opportunity to see the environmental and social conditions under which the puppy is raised, and is a chance for the breeder to get to know you and your children (if any) Pups and parents should be friendly but not overbearing or hyper, shy or depressed. They should be relatively clean and free of sores, look and act healthy, responsive and vital. Be sure to physically meet the parents and not just look at them in a yard or cage and ask the breeder if they have ever bitten anyone. If you do not like the parents, you are highly unlikely to get a satisfactory pup out of them. Sadly, some Cockers have been so inbred that they have a reputation for nasty and aggressive dispositions. Poodles have a reputation for neurotic and hyper behavior.
You can expect most breeders to have wormed pups and provided at least one shot before sale, release pups to new homes at 6 or more weeks of age or older and not ship in air cargo before 10 weeks of age. Please take the time to report visits to places with filthy conditions, unhealthy pups/stock or other signs of poor care to the Humane Society and to us. Any recommendations that the Club makes about breeders are based on positive client reports and in some cases, site visits by Club staff.
Females can sometimes be more easily disturbed by traumas in the family and it is best to choose a pup based on anticipated size and temperament, not on color or gender. It is inadvisable to get 2 pups from the same litter at once as they may bond to each other instead of to you. Get your second pup 3 or more months later and it is best to cross gender. The literature recommends first choice for a second pup to cross gender, second choice 2 males and does not recommend getting 2 females. The first two will get along and settle things, like who is top dog, the females may or may not get along and if they don’t may fight to the point of injury or worse. Opinions as to which gender makes the best pet reveal that most breeders and owners who have males say that they find them even more devoted and loyal than the female. With a male, you do not need to have the expense of surgery. Because we are a developing breed, we encourage all responsible owners with healthy and well-tempered males to keep them whole for possible stud service (an opportunity for you to either obtain the progeny of your beloved pet or collect stud fees or both). Some males may have a more pronounced “adolescence” because of high testosterone levels that soon level off. The male has had poor press about inappropriate mounting behavior but this is easily solved with good training and/or getting him a “humping pillow” that he can use in privacy. A small percentage of males being used for stud will display “marking behavior” around the house, especially when left alone. The few drops that they do emit are easily cleaned with a urine cleaner solution such as “Nature’s Miracle”, but the best solution is to crate the male when you leave. If he has a defect, by all means have him neutered.
It is highly desirable for the breeder to have regular ophthalmologic examinations of their breeding stock to certify that the dogs are free of a host of inherited eye diseases prominent in both the Cocker and the Poodle. This gives you a better chance of getting a pup that will not develop painful and expensive eye disease later on. Other tests such as those for potential hip and elbow problems as well as luxating patellas (a problem with the knees) are encouraged.
The breeder should be willing to give you a written guarantee and sales contract as well as written instructions to guide you in caring for your new puppy. An ideal contract will give you at least 4 to 7 days to get the pup to your vet to be checked over, and will cover the replacement cost of pup and vet bills if the pup develops an illness that can be shown to trace back to the breeder. This contract should also guarantee the pup to be free of genetic defects for the first year, minimum. Most breeders will offer a replacement puppy but remember – if a defect is detected after you have had the pup for a time, say 6 months, it is unlikely you will want to return it. It will already be a member of your family and you will be deeply bonded to each other. For most people it would be like trading in one of their children. So, read the contract carefully (obtain the contract and pup instructions ahead of time so you will be able to examine and suggest changes that you want). Also inquire about keeping in touch with the breeder after you have the pup at home. All good breeders will want to know about the pups they have bred, and be willing to help you along with minor questions.
We just lost our 14 year old family dog and are looking for a new dog. We are interested in a cockapoo mix. We live in the bay area but will drive to pick one up.
Gitte Pope
408-828-1449
We are looking to get cockapoo for our household!
My wife and I feel that this will be the right breed for us and our children who are 4yrs. and 8yrs.
They have been bugging us for a year now for a dog, and have been very understanding about waiting. My wife and I have decided to surprise them this Christmas with a puppy. Upon doing some research I have realized that finding a breeder needs to be a careful task. Can you please help?
For we do not know where to start looking!!
We live in NE Ohio. 44644
Please respond by email
we are looking to get a cockapoo for our household for Christmas. Please help me locate a reputable breeder. thanks,
I am looking for a cockapoo puppy for Christmas! We have 2 kids and feel like it’s finally the right time. We are in south Louisiana and would love some help finding a reputable breeder! Thanks, Jen
I would like to get a apricot male cockapoo. I am in Washington DC . Thanks. Philip
Looking for a reputable cookapoo breeder…we live in NY.
Looking for VERY reputable breeder. I live in North Florida but will travel within the state. Would be acquiring puppy in June of 2014.
Looking for a reputable cockapoo breeder. We are in the NY Metro area but willing to travel up to 4-5 hours.
We are looking for a reputable cockapoo breeder and don’t know where to begin. We live in Nebraska but can travel willingly. Thank you!
My cockapoo was stolen and i am looking for another one. I live in Philadelphia and i willing to travel to get one.
My wife and are seeking a buff colored cockapoo puppy, we are in Richmond, VA if there are any breeders in that area. I’m looking for breeders that have purebred mom and dad and either have been certified through OFA or come with a health guarantee. thanks
We are looking for a cockapoo puppy that is about a year old. We live in colorado. Please contact us if you have an available cockapoo puppy.
Contact us at 7203829825
WE are looking to purchase a cockapoo. We live in Centennial, CO.
Hi, we are looking for reputable mini cockapoo breeder. Can you please help us out? Thanks. Brenda
Please email me with breeder info in North Eastern Ohio. Youngstown/Akron/Cleveland area.
Thank you
I am looking for a quality cockapoo breeder in the northeast region
Mikee will be 1 in March. He’s a maxi – about 20lbs with very long legs (great if you want to take him running with you. He needs lots of attention.
I have two mini girls – Maddee is black with a white patch on her chin and chest and will be between 8-10lbs, Red or CeeCee is dark apricot and will be 7-9lbs.
michels at winfirst dot com (replace the at and dot)
website http://www.bowenbykiki.com/my-cockapoos.html
I am looking for a female cockapoo puppy for our family. We are looking for reputable breeders in the Dallas/Ft Worth area. Please send me any information you may have to my email address
We r looking for areputable breeder in the Buffalo Rochester,Syracuse area.wehave just lost ourbeloved cockapoo,thislast week.the love that she gave us was unbelievable.We miss her so
I would love to find a reputable cockapoo breeder. Please e-mail me if there is one in the Denver area(or within an hour or two). Thanks!
We are looking for a reputable breeder in the NE Ohio area. We had to put our 14 year old down and our other cockapoo is depressed and needs a friend.
We are looking for a reputable breeder in the Ohio area. We had to put our dog down and our other cockapoo is depressed and needs a friend.
We are looking for a reputable breeder in the NY tristate area. Please email us with any names you have.
We are looking for an approved breeder in the northwest
Ore Wash Idaho Montana Wy. Etc Thank you for your reply
We live in the Sacramento area and would appreciate any names of approved breeders in Northern California. Thanks for the help.
I live in southwest Florida and am interested in purchasing a 1-2 year old cookapoo. Sex doesn’t matter. Any recommendations?
We had a cockapoo that was amazing. We are looking for another dog but don’t want to try to replicate him. Does anyone know of a breeder of larger dogs about 35 lbs? Perhaps a standard poodle, cocker spaniel mix.
I will soon be looking for a buff colored female cockapoo. Years ago, Josie M. connected me with Wildwind Kennels, N.D., where I flew to pick up a lovely, loving pup. My dog is 13, now, and slowing down. Time to look for a reputable breeder and get on the long wait lists. Please send me your current breeder list.
We live in Washington DC and have two kids who are asking for a cockapoo. Please send me any information you have on reputable cockapoo breeders in the mid-Atlantic region. Thanks!
We live in Washington State and are looking for reputable breeder for cockapoo. Please send me some recommendation!
Thanks!
We are looking for a buff colored female cockapoo puppy in Midwest area(Illinois, Iowa, WI, Indiana). Please send list of recommended breeders. Thanks.
sarahberince45@yahoo.com
Retired couple looking for an adult male apricot or buff colored cockapoo.Would be willing to travel anywhere in Midwest to bring home the third member of our pack.
We are looking for a reputable breeder in florida. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Looking for cockapoo breeder in NY, MA, PA, CT or SC
We are looking for a cockapoo breeder in Dallas TX or within a few hundred miles of Dallas. We lost our dear cockapoo of 14 years last month.
I am interested in a recommendation of a reputable cockapoo breeder in the Denver Colorado area. I am willing to drive to surrounding states if necessary. Thank you.
Looking for reputable Cockapoo breeders. We live in North Houston but are willing to drive up to 4 hours in any direction. Or reputable breeders in Louisiana (Shreveport, Monroe, Baton Rouge, New Orleans). Thank you!
Please help us find a reputable breeder for a first
generation cockapoo. I have had two and can’t get over the loss of my second one last summer. We live in N.J. and will be moving to S.C. sometime this
summer.
Hi I am looking for a good cockapoo breeder in VA or anywhere around. Can you please suggest a good breeder? Thanks.
My female Cockapoo just died and I am looking for a rep lacement companion for my 7 1/2 lb male. Is this the official website for the CCA headquartered in Christmas Valley OR? I am in CO now but will be travelling west in my motor home this summer.
Hi I am looking for a mini cockapoo puppy , my family and I are moving back to our other house by December that’s around the time I would like to have mine! Please email me at christianbetancourt33@yahoo.com
If this is the official web page for the AKC cockapoo association, I would like to report a breeder who is operating a “puppy mill” in Missouri and advertises on the internet.I’m sure potential buyers and the official cockapoo association will want to know.Contact me,please.
would like to find the reputable cockapoo breeders in SW Florida, e-mail me please, thank you
would like to find the reputable cokoapoo breeders in SW Florida, e-mail me at mikeet10@hotmail.com thank you, Mike
looking for cockapoo pup in SW Florida, reputable breeders only. thank you ,, call 239 571 5017,,, Mike
We are looking for a reputable breeder in Washington state for cockapoos
Looking for a reputable breeder in Ohio. Thank you!
looking for reputable breeders in Louisiana. We have been looking at purchasing a cockapoo for a year now…. pls email thx you
Looking for a reputable breeder in South Carolina. Thank you!
looking for reputable breeder either Md.,Pa., or DE. Thanks.
Looking for a reputable breeder in the NY metro area.
Hi Margaret!
I saw your request for a breeder in PA, and I think I might be able to help you out! I currently have 2 cockapoo puppies available, Hunter(male), and Harper(female). If you are interested, please call, email, or visit my website. Hope to hear from you soon!
(717)-665-7686
stoltzfusleanna@gmail.com
http//sunnysidepets.weebly.com
Hi. I’m looking for a reputable breeder of cockapoos in or near Grand Rapids Michigan
I traveled to delaware for the weekend and ran into a young woman who keep her jet black cockapoo on campus. Me loving dogs travels back to NY with the dog but really can not take care of him. If interested please email me.
Looking to purchase a cockapoo puppy from Jan’s cockapoos in New Jersey. I saw her listed on your breeder list. Any feedback positive or negative would be greatly appreciated. Please email response.
Dave
Looking for a reputable breeder in Southern California.
Looking to get a girl cockapoo, cream or red shades
in Va. at a decent price.
Looking for a reputable cockapoo breeder in Southern California.
Looking for a reputable breeder in Massachusetts. Please advise breeders :) Thanks!
I am looking for a reputable breeder in the Midwest. I live right outside of Chicago, but I am willing to drive up to 4 hours to get a well bred Cockapoo. Please advise me on this.
I’m looking for a reputable breeder in the Midwest. I live in the St. Louis area, but I’m willing to travel to neighboring states. Would love some advise. Interested in a buff or red male around Christmas time.
We are looking for a reputable cockapoo breeder in the Chicago area. Please let us know. Thanks
I’m looking for a reputable breeder in CT or MA.
I am living in Charlotte, North Carolina and looking for a reputable breeder within 2-3 hours drive. We would like a puppy in the new year. Please email me. Thanks
We are looking for a Cockapoo in the December time frame–Denver area. Much Thanks!
We live in Boston and are looking for a reputable cockapoo breeder within a 2-3 hour drive. Hope you can help us.
Thank you very much,
Rae
Just lost the love of my life to a genetic liver disease at only 3.5 years old and can’t imagine life without a dog. Looking for a reputable breeder in MA or New England area.
I am looking for a reputable breeder near Seattle in WA state and am willing to drive 2 hours.
Hello,
We are looking for a cockapoo puppy in the WNY area.
We will travel up to 150 mikes.
just need to find a good breeder!
Thanks!
Looking for a reputable breeder in So CA or AZ . Oct 2014 or later.
We are looking for a reliable cockapoo breeder in NYC area (we can drive up to 3 hours) and are looking to buy a puppy ASAP.
Thanks
Looking for a female cockapoo puppy. I prefer apricot, red or combo. I had an apricot male who died 2 years ago. I would love to find a reputable breeder.
I am looking for a reputable cockapoo breeder in Tennessee. We live in Jackson and are willing to drive up to 4 hours in any direction.
My family is looking to get a cockapoo puppy from a reputable breeder. We live on Long Island and willing to drive 2-3 hours. Please advise who you recommend
I had a great experience with lmpoo in PA.
We are from Long Island, but traveled. Charlie has a great temperament and has been very healthy. Worth the trip!
Im looking for a puppy female brown/choc cockapoo ASAP! Just lost my dog to unexpected cancer and I want to get a cockapoo as soon as possible!
Looking for a reputable breeder in the Chicago area. Please contact us.
Just lost our 12 year old cockapoo. Please tell me of a breeder near NW Ohio.
I am looking for a reputable cockapoo breeder in Colorado. Please help me to find one I will appreciate so much
I am looking for a reputable breeder in the MD, DC, VA area. Please suggest some breeders.
I’m looking for reputable cockapoo and reliable breeders with a strong dedication to animal welfare in the NYC-tristate area. Please suggest some!
We are looking for a breeder in the Washington, DC metro area. Please post if you know of a reputable breeder. Thank you!
Any breeders in the NY/NJ/CT or PA area? We live in NJ but would travel a bit for the right dog.
Thanks.
I am looking for reputable breeders near Portland Oregon. We would like a cockapoo puppy.
Looking for breeder recs. in Bucks County, PA area. PA, NJ/NY/MD area. Appreciate any help on this. thanks!
looking for breeders in Florida. We would like two puppies
thank you
I am on Long Island and looking for reputable and reasonable Cockapoo breeder in the area. I’m willing to travel a reasonable distance in/just beyond tri-state area. We recently put down our 5 yr old Cavabichapoo due to a lymphoma and are looking for a companion for our Cavapoo. Thanks
Looking for a cockapoo breeder in the Kansas city area. Nk_baker@hotmail.com
We are looking for reputable cockapoo breeders in central Florida area. Interested in buff/cream/apricot colored male. Thanks.
Looking for reputable cockapoo breeder in Florida.
Please send info on Florida breeders to damadaja@cfl.rr.com Thank you.
We are looking for a reputable cockapoo breeder in South Florida. Please help.
We are looking for a small cockapoo breeder in Northern VA. please help? Thanks!
Looking to buy a cockapoo puppy and in touch with Jan’s Cockapoos, a breeder in NJ. Does anyone have information – good or bad? Please share!
Thank you!
Very interested in a reputable Cockapoo breeder of 1st generation cockapoos near Minneapolis, MN. Have had 4 in the past ( one currently) and love the breed…
Good home….lots of space to run and play.
Interested in a reputable breeder of Cockapoo 1st generation near So.Oregon or No.California.
Thank you,
Denise
I’m very interested in getting a cockapoo puppy, if you could point me in the direction of a reputable breeder near Cincinnati or within a few hours of there that would be very helpful. Please email me.
Thanks,
Jenna
I am interested in a cockapoo puppy either apricot , brown or black, no older than 13 weeks, from a reputable breeder. I live in the New York city area and I am willing to drive into NJ or PA to visit a breeder. Please email me with any information
Thank you
Loli
Looking for a reputable breeder in New England
Hello, I am in Rhode Island and looking for a cockapoo pup. I prefer to get puppies 6-8 weeks old, and would like to see the pup and parents rather then just seeing pics. Looking for a pup that will be 20lb ish. Pup will be for my 9 year old daughter, who loves dogs. We have a house in the woods with 2 acres of land to play on.
We lost our beloved 13 year old Pug last year and are finally reday for a new puppy for our family. We live in Nj and are looking for a breeder who might have puppies available July or August. Please email me with information if you are a breeder with healthy puppies ready around that time.
I am looking for a cockapoo rescue group in the Seattle Washington area. Finally feel it might be the right time to love and care for an adult rescue cockapoo. I have not been able to find a cockapoo club or rescue group in my area. Please help!
Looking for a Toy Cockapoo 1st generation.
Live in NJ. 8-9 weeks male puppy would be preferred.Looking for a reputable breeder.
We are looking for a 15lb or under cockapoo pup. We would like a docked tail but it is not an issue if it isn’t as the size is more important. We had our cockapoo for 10.5 years and he has passed from cancer. We have started the search and seem to be having a hard time finding a breeder who will meet our requirements. I live in Calgary, Alberta, Canada and can’t seem to find any pups in the area. We are located right above Montana and go there regularly as we have a house there. You can text me 403-874-7859 or email me – which ever is easier for you.
I am trying to contact country holler kennel, but can not get reply. Can you please help. I have tried to call and email, no good. Help my cell 434-962-5990
I am looking for a reputable breeder in Maryland or Pennsylvania. Any help would be appreciated.
I have recently lost my beloved 11yr old pit bull to lymphoma. I called him my poodle in a pit bull suit. Originally I was looking for a poodle at my local shelters & was never able to find one. (Mostly pits in my area shelters). I started volunteering and offered to foster this runt pit dropped off at the shelter very sick. With the shelters promise of receiving the first poodle to come in.
Well you know the rest of the story. I fell in love with my foster. Never got a poodle. I educated myself on everything I could get my hands on about training, dog instinct / behavior & having him professionally trained . He was the sweetest guy ever with all people and dogs he knew. He went to day care and parks without problems until about 5 years of age when he and I were attacked by a large Chow. After that I felt fear whenever we came across other dogs that were off leash and we didn’t know them. No matter how hard I tried I know my energy was most of the problem. I just couldn’t overcome the fact that he could really hurt another dog if it ran up to us and surprised either of us and he picked up on my fear and lack of control. He could be over protective.
My thoughts now are to find a smaller dog that has a better reputation of getting along with other dogs. One that I can be more confident with around other dogs.
I live in the HamptonRoads area of VA. (Suffolk). I would travel up to 200-300 miles to find a breeder of the HIGHEST reputation. With the best breeding practices that I’ve read about in cockapooclub.com I understand the $$$$ involved.
Please help. 757-409-8496
Hi looking to get a cockapoo girl. Would like to find a reputable breeder. We are in the PA area. Willing to travel and willing to wait for the right dog.
Looking for a standard size Cockapoo, larger is good with us. We lost our 11 year old Golden and would like a smaller but not miniature dog that sheds a lot less then Bella did. :) We have a 3 year old and keep reading about how wonderful these dogs are with kids! We are in the CA Bay Area and would like to find a local breeder who raises their puppies with their mother in a home setting.
Looking for a family dog. We are interested in a cavapoo or cockapoo. Would like a reputable breeder. We live in Saratoga Springs, NY. Willing to travel with 250 mile radius. Thank you for the help.
Our Cocker Spaniel died two years ago Christmas. She was 14 and 1/2 years old. I’m looking to rescue a young Cockapoo that would be ok with two friendly cats and two little grandsons. I’m retired and can’t afford the good breeders prices.
Looking for a good cockapoo breeder in dallas fortworth area or in the state of Texas. Interested in buff or cream or any color other than black.
I’m looking for a reputable breeder of mini çockapoos near the Grand Rapids/ Kalamazoo, Michigan area. Thank you!
Do you have a list of reputable breeders of mini çockapoos in the Grand Rapids/Kalamazoo, Michigan area? Thank you!!
I’m looking for a standard cockapoo (larger is best) breeder in or near MS. I’m willing to travel to Al, La, Tx, Tn, or Fl. I’ll be a first time pet owner looking for a sweet pet to love on!
Please let us know for a good reputable cockapoo breeder in Tampa area or in the state of Florida. Interested in buff or cream or any color other than black.
We are looking for a cockapoo breeder in the Houston, Austin, Texas area. I read about 1st or 2nd generation breeds and would hope this would give me some peace of mind after losing our beloved 9 1/2 yr cocker spaniel to congestive heart failure. Have had 7 blonde cockers over my 64 years.
We live in Canada and are looking for a cockapoo breeder. Please message us by email with any information that will help us to find an amazing breeder who will match us with our healthy and friendly dog.
Moderator – please remove my post. I have found a home for my cockapoo. I cannot get an email through to you. thank you.
Looking for a responsible and reputable Cockapoo breeder in California. I live in southern california, but am willing to drive. Thank you.
we are retired and looking for a cockapoo puppy in the western PA area. We lost our cocker spaniel several years ago and want a darling new dog that we can care for.
We are searching for a darling new cockapoo puppy in the Western Pa area. As a retired couple we have a wonderful home for him
Hoping to find a reputable cockapoo breeder in the Midwest- Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, or Michigan. Looking for an experienced, caring breeder to provide a cockapoo with good health and a great temperment.
Hoping to find a reputable cockapoo breeder in the Midwest – ND, SD, MT, MN, WI. Looking for an experienced, caring breeder to provide a cockapoo with good health and a great temperament.
How do we add our cockapoo kennel website at http://northfloridacockapoos.com to your index?
We are looking for a cockapoo or similar dog. But one that is one year old or older we are on g time dog owners and lovers. Our springer recently. Passed. We live in upper mid west. Mich
Don biondo. My phone is 2482595150
Looking for a dog for a beautiful retired couple.. They recently lost their dog of 16 years (family pet).. They are wanting a young dog or pup to join their loving household. They have asked me to help them on their search.. We are in Washington State. Please email me if you have any pups, young dogs, or a dog needing placed. They are wonderful people and this dog WILL be so very loved! :0) Thanks..
Would like to know of good breeders in So Cal. Lost our cockapoo 3 yrs ago at 18yrs and just lost our golden retreiver las week to cancer. Let me know. Thank You!
Thanks to Josie M we had a wonderful cockapoo for 16 years. Looking to get a cockapoo puppy in So. Cal. Live in 90064. Carol
Just lost my 14-1/2 year old cockapoo and am looking for a reputable breeder in Ohio, Pennsylvania or Illinois. Also would be interested in rescuing or adopting a retired Momma or Pappa depending on size and temprament, live in the Cleveland area, Connie
March 2017–Looking for adult (over 2 years) cockapoo for our family; reputable rescue group or breeder in PA, OH area. thanks
Ellen
Hello,
Looking for a reputable cockapoo breeder in Utah. Thank you, Katie