Appearance of the Cadoodle
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| The very attractive Cadoodle is a large, agile dog that can measure 56 to 66 centimeters in height and weigh up to 34 kilos, with males on the larger end of the scale. He'll be lean and athletic, with a graceful yet determined gait. This hybrid has a medium-length muzzle with an enlarged stop at the nose. His dark, bright eyes show his great intelligence and alertness, and are set back on the nose. Its ears may be completely lowered as seen in the Poodle parent, or may be erect and fall forward at the tip like the longhaired Collie parent. Its coat can vary according to dominant parental genes, but despite the wavy or smooth texture, it will be double coated, meaning the fur is very thick. The coat may be dense and rough on the outside, but softer on the inside. The color can be tricolored, with mixtures of sand, blue merle, black, brown and white. |
Temperament of the Cadoodle
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| Both parent breeds are hard-working, intelligent and easy to train. The Cadoodle comes from a line of working dogs, and will be happiest with a job to do. Provide him with mental stimulation in the form of interaction with you, challenging toys and activities that allow him to use his mind, such as obedience training, agility competition and field trials. He's a family-oriented dog and can be a little protective, but won't show aggression; he'll let a stranger know he's in protection mode by barking. Good socialization from an early age will enable the Cadoodle to feel at ease in all situations, whether canine or human interaction. |
Needs and activities of the Cadoodle
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| The Cadoodle is a high-energy hybrid. With a heritage of running, herding and retrieving, this hybrid needs to expend its energy with activities that use its keen mind as well as its athletic personality. Herding trials and agility training will appeal to this dog. He can become quite vocal and even a little destructive if bored, so be sure to keep him busy. He can be an excellent jogging partner and, with training, can also learn to run alongside you while you cycle. Best suited to a home with a large yard for exercise, this hybrid will enjoy several breaks outside the house each day to discover the activities in the neighborhood. Don't leave him alone for too long: he really is a people's dog and loves being with his family. |
Maintenance of the Cadoodle
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| The Cadoodle may need a little coat care, whatever the dominant parental genes. The Poodle parent should be trimmed regularly to maintain its shape and avoid tangles. The long-haired Collie's coat can be easily matted and is extremely dense. Your hybrid will have a combination of these coat types, so you should expect to brush him daily, taking care to remove tangles. He may need trimming every couple of months if his coat is like that of the Poodle parent, and also, the feathers on the legs and tail, seen in the Longhaired Collie, may need trimming with scissors to keep the shape and look elegant. If your hybrid likes to swim, be sure to check its ears for excess moisture every time it gets out of the water. If moisture remains in the ears, yeast and bacteria can proliferate, leading to redness, itching and irritation. Clean teeth every day if you can, to ensure that gums stay healthy and teeth are free of tartar. Check the nails every week, just to make sure they're not too long and that there are no cracks or breaks. |
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