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Old 11-21-2012, 08:35 AM   #1
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Hi all,

I am new here and I am completely torn between getting either a yorkiepoo or a cockapoo! I have three young children (under 5) and we live in a very small home with a small yard. We would just love a furbaby to complete our family.
The cockapoo I'm looking at should grow to about 19 lbs and the yorkiepoo to 15 lbs.

Does anyone have any input as to which breed might be better suited for us??
I want to take everyone home, haha

I worry with a yorkiepoo that it might bark a lot? Obviously, all dogs bark, but I fear the constant yapping!

Thanks for any input and suggestions!
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Have you researched how poodles and cocker spaniels respond around small children??
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I have, yes. And the cockapoo is 75% poodle.
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Are you getting them from a rescue or are you buying them from a breeder? If you are interested in a mixed breed, I always suggest going to a rescue first, I do not believe in supporting those who breed mixes because they are not breeding for the right reasons. When you mix breeds, there is no way of telling what the adult will look and act like, it's a real crap shoot, and that's why many mixes end up in rescues. I personally like larger dogs with children, they are easier to hug, and if you are concerned with barking, the cookapoo might be a better choice, but be forewarned, those that breed mixes, sometimes call them whatever is the most popular at the time, since they can't be registered, there's no way of knowing.
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I second what Nancy said, go to a rescue and let the people there help you with finding the perfect addition to your family. Most rescue know the personality of the dogs they've rescued and will be able to tell you about the dog and even give you time to socialize with the dog before deciding to adopt.
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Are you getting them from a rescue or are you buying them from a breeder? If you are interested in a mixed breed, I always suggest going to a rescue first, I do not believe in supporting those who breed mixes because they are not breeding for the right reasons. When you mix breeds, there is no way of telling what the adult will look and act like, it's a real crap shoot, and that's why many mixes end up in rescues. I personally like larger dogs with children, they are easier to hug, and if you are concerned with barking, the cookapoo might be a better choice, but be forewarned, those that breed mixes, sometimes call them whatever is the most popular at the time, since they can't be registered, there's no way of knowing.
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Hi! Are you thinking about getting a puppy?

My husband and I always adopted older dogs around age 2 that were already potty trained. If you want to consider something like that you will be able to have an idea of their temperament before you bring them home.

When we got our 2 yorkie puppies we didn't realize how much work a new puppy was and experienced a lot of accidents in the house before they were potty trained. That took about 14 months of constant daily work to train them not to have accidents in the house. Something you might want to think about if you have toddlers running about. The time investment in potty training a puppy can be quite a bit. And then you have to be sure your home is puppy proofed so they don't swallow something or chew on a cord. Just something to think about.

I hope you pick the right dog for yourself and your family. And have fun looking!
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I've been trying the adoption process for three months now.
Because I have small children and my yard is to fenced in, that seems to be a big problem. Plus, I need a hypoallergenic dog. What I am looking for is in such high demand. It seems near impossible to find a dog thru adoption! And I've been working with agencies and rescuers near and far.
There is a breeder near me for both dogs. She primarily breeds cockapoos and has both parents there. Raised very socially and parents are very well tempered. I'm not positive about the yorkipoos exact background yet.

I could be mistaken, but if raised from a puppy on with the children, they would all grow and learn together, right?

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I have, yes. And the cockapoo is 75% poodle.
Just making sure because both breeds are not good around small children they do not generally like the loudness, unpredictability and erratic behavior of young children and will bite.
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When you get a mixed breed you will never know which breed they will take after in temperaments, coat, size pretty much everything. If you do decided to go with a mixed breed please do not buy one and go to the shelter where there are many many mixes and get one from there.
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I've been trying the adoption process for three months now.
Because I have small children and my yard is to fenced in, that seems to be a big problem. Plus, I need a hypoallergenic dog. What I am looking for is in such high demand. It seems near impossible to find a dog thru adoption! And I've been working with agencies and rescuers near and far.
There is a breeder near me for both dogs. She primarily breeds cockapoos and has both parents there. Raised very socially and parents are very well tempered. I'm not positive about the yorkipoos exact background yet.

I could be mistaken, but if raised from a puppy on with the children, they would all grow and learn together, right?

Thank you.
Cockerspaniel's are not hypoallergenic. What makes a dog hypoallergenic (even thought they say there really is no such thing) is hair not fur but people can still be allergic to the dander and all dogs have that as well as saliva. Breeders should breed to better the breed and when breeding a mix your not doing it. Why would someone want to breed what we already have mass amounts of in shelters?
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Downside of Poodles
Poodles of all types generally demand a lot of attention from their families. They want to be included in all family activities and may become upset if left out. Because poodles are powerhouses of energy and athletics, they need a lot of exercise and attention. If they are not sufficiently exercised and included, they may develop negative behaviors. Poodles may also be high-strung, especially if they are not properly socialized as puppies. This can be detrimental to a family with young children, as high-strung poodles are more demanding, may become overly sensitive to new sounds and people and may incessantly bark at disturbances. Neglected or ignored poodles have also been known to "nip" at their families as part of their developed bad behaviors.

Cocker spaniels are wonderful family pets that are devoted to their families and make fantastic playmates. However, these energetic dogs may not be the best choice for families with small children or that plan to start a family in the future. While some experts claim that Cockers are sensitive to the needs of smaller children and are perfectly suitable, others say that children under the age of six may play too rough or even the dog may play too rough with them. Because the dog is so energetic, it requires regular walks and exercise to ward off any negative behavior or dangerous weight gain. If you live in an apartment, you will need to be especially diligent in your dog's daily exercise. It is respectful to its owner's authority, and should be aware of its place in the home from day one. This dog needs your leadership to feel secure, and should not be allowed to indulge in negative behavior.
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I know Cocker Spaniels are good with children, I'm not sure about the poodle breed.

I would def get a puppy, so the puppy can grow up around your children.

Have you ever thought about a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?

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It is in the Spaniel family.. I love those dogs. My neighbor has one, and she has 2 kids 7 and 4 and she does great with them. Her name is Rylee, she also comes over to play with Peanut, and she is just a joy to be around. She is still a puppy about 8 months and she is soo gentle with Peanut.
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Thank you all for your responses so far.

Does anyone know of a hypoallergenic breed that would be good with very young children?
(I grew up with old English sheepdogs, so I know dogs with hair like that would be ok for me).
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