Why cockapoos are naughtier than pure-bred dogs
Clare-wilson
Designer “cross-breed” dogs, such as cockapoos, are often claimed to be healthier and better behaved than the pedigree breeds that are their parents.
But two of the most popular cross-breeds, cockapoos and cavapoos, in fact tend to be naughtier, research has found.
“I don’t find this suprising at all,” said Shelina Duke, a dog trainer in London. “A lot of cockapoos are very hyper. “
The current enthusiasm for cross-breeds was launched by labradoodles, when labradors were crossed with poodles to.