Cavapoo insurance
Cavapoo insurance
Wavy coat, warm heart! Napo's lifetime Cavapoo insurance includes dental treatment as standard, unlimited 24/7 video vet appointments through FirstVet, and payments made straight to your vet.
Wavy coat, warm heart! Napo's lifetime Cavapoo insurance includes dental treatment as standard, unlimited 24/7 video vet appointments through FirstVet, and payments made straight to your vet.
Cavapoo quick facts
Cavapoo quick facts
Meet your new curly-haired sidekick. The Cavapoo is a cross between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Poodle. They’re loving and easygoing, but also prone to health conditions inherited from their parents.
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Size & weight:
Small, around 5-11kg
Coat:
Wavy to curly, low-shedding, needs regular grooming
Exercise
Up to 45 minutes a day
Lifespan:
12-15 years
Breed group:
Crossbreed
Temperament:
Affectionate, smart, sociable
Cavapoo temperament & personality
Cavapoo temperament & personality
Many Cavapoos are just as happy curled up on the sofa as they are on a family walk, which makes them a good fit for a range of lifestyles.
Combining the Cavalier's gentle nature with the Poodle's intelligence, Cavapoos are friendly dogs that usually get on well with children and other pets.
They thrive on being around their humans and can be prone to separation anxiety, so they do best in households where they won't be left alone for long stretches.
Many Cavapoos are just as happy curled up on the sofa as they are on a family walk, which makes them a good fit for a range of lifestyles.
Combining the Cavalier's gentle nature with the Poodle's intelligence, Cavapoos are friendly dogs that usually get on well with children and other pets.
They thrive on being around their humans and can be prone to separation anxiety, so they do best in households where they won't be left alone for long stretches.
Cavapoo training and exercise needs
Cavapoo training and exercise needs
Cavapoos are typically fast learners who respond well to positive, reward-based training.
Around 45 minutes of exercise a day, split across walks and play, is usually enough to keep a Cavapoo happy and settled.
Being such clever dogs, a little mental stimulation also goes a long way! Giving them puzzle toys and short training games is a great way to keep their minds busy on rainy days.
Cavapoos are typically fast learners who respond well to positive, reward-based training.
Around 45 minutes of exercise a day, split across walks and play, is usually enough to keep a Cavapoo happy and settled.
Being such clever dogs, a little mental stimulation also goes a long way! Giving them puzzle toys and short training games is a great way to keep their minds busy on rainy days.
Cavapoo grooming
Cavapoo grooming
Typical Cavapoo coat colours include ruby, apricot, gold, black, or bi-colour with white markings. Their wavy-to-curly coat is low-shedding, but surprisingly high-maintenance.
Cavapoos need regular brushing (a few times a week) to prevent matting, with most owners booking a professional groom every six to eight weeks. Keep an eye on their ears and the hair around their eyes, as both can bother them between grooming appointments.
As grooming is routine care, it isn't covered by pet insurance. Worth knowing when you're totting up the cost of owning a Cavapoo!
Typical Cavapoo coat colours include ruby, apricot, gold, black, or bi-colour with white markings. Their wavy-to-curly coat is low-shedding, but surprisingly high-maintenance.
Cavapoos need regular brushing (a few times a week) to prevent matting, with most owners booking a professional groom every six to eight weeks. Keep an eye on their ears and the hair around their eyes, as both can bother them between grooming appointments.
As grooming is routine care, it isn't covered by pet insurance. Worth knowing when you're totting up the cost of owning a Cavapoo!
What health conditions are Cavapoos prone to?
What health conditions are Cavapoos prone to?
Cavapoos are generally healthy dogs, but as a crossbreed, they may inherit certain health conditions from either parent breed worth knowing about before bringing one home.
Common conditions include skin allergies, knee injuries, dental disease, and hormone conditions like Cushing's disease and diabetes.
Insure your Cavapoo with Napo now to keep them covered for life.
Cavapoos are generally healthy dogs, but as a crossbreed, they may inherit certain health conditions from either parent breed worth knowing about before bringing one home.
Common conditions include skin allergies, knee injuries, dental disease, and hormone conditions like Cushing's disease and diabetes.
Insure your Cavapoo with Napo now to keep them covered for life.
Heart conditions
Due to their Cavalier parentage, Cavapoos can be prone to mitral valve disease (MVD), a heart condition that usually develops gradually and needs ongoing monitoring and for some dogs, long-term medication.
Heart conditions
Due to their Cavalier parentage, Cavapoos can be prone to mitral valve disease (MVD), a heart condition that usually develops gradually and needs ongoing monitoring and for some dogs, long-term medication.
Ear infections
Their floppy ears don't get much airflow, which can make them more prone to ear infections if they aren’t checked and cleaned regularly.
Ear infections
Their floppy ears don't get much airflow, which can make them more prone to ear infections if they aren’t checked and cleaned regularly.
Luxating patella
A slipping kneecap is a common joint problem in smaller crossbreeds like the Cavapoo, so keep an eye out for any changes in how your dog walks or plays. Keeping your dog at a healthy weight helps take pressure off their joints.
Luxating patella
A slipping kneecap is a common joint problem in smaller crossbreeds like the Cavapoo, so keep an eye out for any changes in how your dog walks or plays. Keeping your dog at a healthy weight helps take pressure off their joints.
Other things to keep an eye on
Eye conditions - they can inherit a predisposition to certain eye problems from either parent breed, so regular checks are worth doing
Skin conditions - some Cavapoos can be prone to skin allergies or irritation, particularly around the ears and paws
Dental disease - Napo pet insurance includes dental cover as standard, as long as you take your Cavapoo for annual dental check-ups
Other things to keep an eye on
Eye conditions - they can inherit a predisposition to certain eye problems from either parent breed, so regular checks are worth doing
Skin conditions - some Cavapoos can be prone to skin allergies or irritation, particularly around the ears and paws
Dental disease - Napo pet insurance includes dental cover as standard, as long as you take your Cavapoo for annual dental check-ups
How much does Cavapoo insurance cost?
How much does Cavapoo insurance cost?
The cost of insuring a Cavapoo depends on their age and the level of vet fee cover you choose. Napo's lifetime cover limits range from £2,000 to £16,000 a year, so you can pick what you need for your dog and budget.
As they get older, Cavapoos may develop health conditions like heart or joint problems that need ongoing care, not just one-off treatment - but that's exactly what lifetime pet insurance is built for.
The cost of insuring a Cavapoo depends on their age and the level of vet fee cover you choose. Napo's lifetime cover limits range from £2,000 to £16,000 a year, so you can pick what you need for your dog and budget.
As they get older, Cavapoos may develop health conditions like heart or joint problems that need ongoing care, not just one-off treatment - but that's exactly what lifetime pet insurance is built for.
Cavapoo FAQs
Cavapoo FAQs
What's the difference between a Cavapoo and a Cockapoo?
Both dogs are Poodle crossbreeds - a Cavapoo is bred with a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and tends to be smaller and calmer, while a Cockapoo is bred with a Cocker Spaniel and tends to be slightly larger and more energetic.
What's the difference between a Cavapoo and a Cockapoo?
Both dogs are Poodle crossbreeds - a Cavapoo is bred with a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and tends to be smaller and calmer, while a Cockapoo is bred with a Cocker Spaniel and tends to be slightly larger and more energetic.
Are Cavapoos good for first-time owners?
Generally, yes! They're affectionate, patient and eager to please, making them a popular choice for people new to dog ownership.
Are Cavapoos good for first-time owners?
Generally, yes! They're affectionate, patient and eager to please, making them a popular choice for people new to dog ownership.
Do Cavapoos get on well with cats?
Yes, usually. Their sociable, gentle temperament tends to make them comfortable around cats and other household pets.
Do Cavapoos get on well with cats?
Yes, usually. Their sociable, gentle temperament tends to make them comfortable around cats and other household pets.
How big do Cavapoos get?
They're a small breed, typically weighing between 5-11kg, but their size can vary depending on whether the Poodle parent was a toy or miniature breed.
How big do Cavapoos get?
They're a small breed, typically weighing between 5-11kg, but their size can vary depending on whether the Poodle parent was a toy or miniature breed.
Are Cavapoos hypoallergenic?
They're often described as hypoallergenic thanks to their Poodle parentage (though no dog is completely hypoallergenic) and their coat type can vary between individual dogs.
Are Cavapoos hypoallergenic?
They're often described as hypoallergenic thanks to their Poodle parentage (though no dog is completely hypoallergenic) and their coat type can vary between individual dogs.
Do Cavapoos bark a lot?
Cavapoos aren't typically known as big barkers, though individual dogs vary. Early socialisation and training should help keep any barking in check.
Do Cavapoos bark a lot?
Cavapoos aren't typically known as big barkers, though individual dogs vary. Early socialisation and training should help keep any barking in check.
A note from Napo, our original founder
Hi! I’m Napoleon, but everyone calls me Napo. Like all small Dachshunds, I’m remembered for my enormous personality.
My owner JP (the human founder of Napo) struggled to find good insurance to cover my health needs as I got older. And he loved me so much that when we had to say goodbye, he created an inclusive pet insurance company in my memory 💙
A note from Napo, our original founder
Hi! I’m Napoleon, but everyone calls me Napo. Like all small Dachshunds, I’m remembered for my enormous personality.
My owner JP (the human founder of Napo) struggled to find good insurance to cover my health needs as I got older. And he loved me so much that when we had to say goodbye, he created an inclusive pet insurance company in my memory 💙
A note from Napo, our original founder
Hi! I’m Napoleon, but everyone calls me Napo. Like all small Dachshunds, I’m remembered for my enormous personality.
My owner JP (the human founder of Napo) struggled to find good insurance to cover my health needs as I got older. And he loved me so much that when we had to say goodbye, he created an inclusive pet insurance company in my memory 💙