The Toy Cavoodle (AKA Toy Cavapoo or Toy Cavadoodle) is a cross breed between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Toy Poodle. Their friendly, affectionate and playful nature paired with their tiny size makes them highly sought after, fetching high prices!
If you are interested in Toy Cavoodles keep reading this article to find out the all the answers to your questions about this dog breed!
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What Is A Toy Cavoodle?
A Toy Cavoodle is a cross between a Toy Poodle and a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. They are the second smallest Cavoodle size and are slightly larger than Teacup Cavoodles. Known for their gentle and affectionate disposition, Toy Cavoodles are compact dogs with fluffy coats available in a variety of colours including caramel, apricot, red, and black.
Characteristics
| Toy Cavoodle | |
| Size | Approx 30cm at the shoulder. |
| Weight | 5kg to 8kg |
| Temperament | Outgoing, affectionate, playful. |
| Activity Levels | Moderate to high. |
| Exercise Requirements | 30 to 60 min per day. |
| Lifespan | 10 to 15 years. |
| Coat | Wavy or curly single coat. |
| Eyes | Brown. |
| Shedding | Low. |
| Apartment Adaptability | Can live in an apartment if given enough exercise daily. |
| Good with Children | Yes. |
Toy Cavoodle Size
Toy Cavoodles get to approximately 30cm tall at the shoulder and weigh between 5kg and 8kg. They are slightly bigger than a Teacup Cavoodle and slightly smaller than a Miniature Cavoodle.
Toy Cavoodles stop growing between the ages of 7.5 to 11 months old. Smaller dog breeds typically stop growing earlier than larger breeds hence why Toy Cavoodles stop growing within their first year of life.
Read Also: Cavoodle Size Guide (Teacup, Toy, Miniature & Standard)
Toy Cavoodle Price
Toy Cavoodles cost between $4500AUD to $6000AUD+. They are the result of breeding a Toy Poodle with a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Their small size paired with their super friendly nature makes them highly sought after, fetching high prices.
Toy Cavoodle Lifespan
On average, Toy Cavoodles live for 9 to 12 years. Their lifespan is slightly longer than Teacup Cavoodles however they can still suffer from size related health issues as they are still a very small breed. Their lifespan can greatly vary depending upon genetics, health conditions, lifestyle, diet etc.
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Toy Cavoodle Temperament
Despite their small size, Toy Cavoodle are very outgoing, affectionate and playful. They are a very popular family dog and get along really well with people. That being said, due to their small size, they are not suited to families with very young children who wouldn’t understand that Toy Cavoodles are more delicate and fragile than the ordinary dog and therefore cannot be handled roughly. Toy Cavoodles also do not do too well when they are left alone for long periods of time as they can suffer from separation anxiety. Despite these drawbacks, Toy Cavoodles generally have a well rounded personality and are a delight to be around.
Do Toy Cavoodles Shed?
Toy Cavoodles do not shed much at all. They are classified as light to non-shedders as they only drop a little bit of hair here and there throughout the year and do not go through heavy seasonal shedding like other breeds. One of the reasons why Toy Cavoodles were originally bred was to reduce the heavy shedding characteristic of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel by crossing them with a Poodle.
Are Toy Cavoodles Hypoallergenic?
Toy Cavoodles are hypoallergenic as they are very light shedders and do not release much allergy inducing dander (dead skin cells) into the environment when they shed. In fact, all sizes of Cavoodle are hypoallergenic however some generations are more hypoallergenic than others e.g F1b, F1bb, F2b etc.
Toy Cavoodle Grooming
Toy Cavoodles need to be groomed every 8 to 12 weeks. If you prefer that your Toy Cavoodle has a shorter coat at all times they need to be groomed every 8 to 10 weeks. If you prefer a longer coat, they can be groomed every 10 to 12 weeks. This can be done at a professional groomer or you can learn how to cut your dog’s hair at home from watching YouTube videos and investing in a dog grooming kit.
Read Also: Cavoodle Coat Colours
Toy Cavoodle Colors
Red Toy Cavoodle
Red Toy Cavoodle have a red coat which can range from a light red similar to a strawberry blonde to a dark chestnut red. They may also have white patches on their chest and chin. Red Toy Cavoodles are created by breeding a red Toy Poodle with a ruby Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
Apricot Toy Cavoodle
An Apricot Toy Cavoodles has a very light red coat that has a peachy tone. Apricot Cavoodles are produced by breeding an Apricot Toy Poodle with a Ruby Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Some of the puppies in the litter will be Apricot while others will be Red.
Black Toy Cavoodle
Black Toy Cavoodles can either be solid black or have a bi-colored black coats. Solid black Cavoodles are fully black with no other colors. Bi-colored coats are black with patches of other colors. Black coloring arises from recessive gene so not many Toy Cavoodles have this coloring. Bi-colored black coats are more common than solid black coats.
Black and White Toy Cavoodle
Black and White Toy Cavoodles can either be parti-colored or be mismarked with white. Black and White Parti Toy Cavoodles have a mainly white coat with black patches while a mismarked ones have small white patches on their paws or chest. Mismarked Black and White Toy Cavoodles fall under the category of bi-colored coats.
Merle Toy Cavoodles
A Blue Merle Toy Cavoodle has random sections of their black coat diluted to lighter colors in mottled patches. They also can have blue eyes and lack skin pigmentation on their paws and nose. They get this unique coloring by carrying the “M” merle allele and a negative “m” copy of the merle allele. They are very rare.
Toy Cavoodle Generations
F1 Toy Cavoodle
An F1 Toy Cavoodle is the first generation of the breed created by crossing a purebred Cavalier King Charles Spaniel with a purebred Toy Poodle. They are 50% Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and 50% Toy Poodle.
F1b Toy Cavoodle
An F1b Toy Cavoodle is created by crossing an F1 Toy Cavoodle with a purebred Toy Poodle. The resulting dog is 25% Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and 75% Toy Poodle.
F2 Toy Cavoodle
An F2 Toy Cavoodle is the second generation of the breed created by breeding a F1 Toy Cavoodle with another F1 Toy Cavoodle. They are 50% Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and 50% Toy Poodle.
Read Also: Cavoodle Generations Explained (F1, F1b, F1bb, F2, F2b Etc.)
Toy Cavoodle Training
Toy Cavoodles are very intelligent so they respond very well to training. You should start teaching your Toy Cavoodle basic commands such as their name, sit, stay and come from the moment they arrive home. You can then progress to more difficult tricks and commands.
When training your dog it is important to use positive reinforcement techniques as dogs repeat good behavior when it is followed by a reward such as a treat or their favorite toy. Clicker training is another type of positive reinforcement training that is a good method for learning new tricks. You use a clicker device so your dog can associate a new behavior with a click and then a reward.
Toy Cavoodle Exercise Needs
As Toy Cavoodles are smaller than Standard Cavoodles s they do not require as much exercise but that does not mean that they don’t need any exercise at all. They are moderate to high energy dog, so need between 30 minutes and an hour of exercise each day. Toy Cavoodles enjoy going on walks, running and playing games. Mental exercise is also required so they don’t get bored and destructive.
Toy Cavoodle Pros and Cons
Pros
- Toy Cavoodles have a sweet nature and are eager to please.
- Toy Cavoodles do not shed much and are hypoallergenic.
- Toy Cavoodles are a small size which is very cute and adorable.
- Toy Cavoodles are very intelligent so they are easy to train.
Cons
- Toy Cavoodles can suffer from separation anxiety and may be clingy.
- Toy Cavoodles can be hyper.
- Toy Cavoodles are not suited to families with very young children as they are a delicate and fragile dog breed.
- Toy Cavoodles need regular grooming which can be costly.
Toy Cavoodle vs Mini Cavoodle
The main difference between a Toy Cavoodle and a Mini Cavoodle is size. Toy Cavoodles are a size smaller than Mini Cavoodles. Toy Cavoodles get to about 30cm tall and weigh between 5kg and 8kg while Mini Cavoodles get to 30cm to 40cm tall and weigh 8kg to 12kg. There isn’t really any difference in temperament between a Toy and Miniature Cavoodle.
Cavoodle Size Summary
| Height | Weight | |
| Teacup Cavoodle | 20cm to 25cm | 3.5kg to 7kg |
| Toy Cavoodle | Approx. 30cm | 5kg to 8kg |
| Miniature Cavoodle | 30cm to 40cm | 8kg to 12kg |
| Standard Cavoodle | 40cm to 45cm | 12kg to 18kg |