Frequently Asked Questions.
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How do we begin the process of expressing our interest?
The best way to inquire is initially by email, this way we can send you all the information you need to get started and if you want to proceed further we can arrange a call and visit. What do your puppies come with? Puppies leave for their new homes with the following:
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How do you raise your puppies?
Our puppies are born, raised and socialised in our home. Puppies are socialised with children, other animals and all normal household noises and activities. We give our puppies plenty of affection and handling and do our very best to give them the best start possible to being an exceptional pet.
Where are you located?
We are located in West Wittering, Chichester, West Sussex
Are you a kennel?
No, we do not have any kennels. Our dogs all live in our home. Please visit Our Set-Up page to see our home.
Do you have a waiting list?
Yes. If our waiting list is full we will put a notice on the website.
Do you require a deposit?
Yes. However a deposit is only required once you have chosen your puppy at 6 weeks old. Rest assured that we are fully committed to helping you add a new member to your family.
Is my deposit refundable?
No. Deposits are non refundable.
How do we select our puppy?
Your puppy will be so much more than gender, colour and markings. We focus on what our families are looking for in a puppy. We therefore do not allow people to choose their puppy until their personalities and temperaments are becoming apparent. This is generally around five weeks old.
What is better a male or female?
We prefer to treat each dog or puppy as an individual rather than a gender. Choosing a puppy that has a temperament that suits your family is so much more important than gender or colour.
What does F1/F1b/F2 mean?
The "F" stands for the generation of the dog. A first generation Cockapoo (F1) is the result of breeding a Cocker Spaniel to a Miniature Poodle. A second generation Cockapoo (F2) is the result of breeding an F1 Cockapoo to another generation of Cockapoo e.g. F1 x F1 = F2. If an F3 Cockapoo is bred to an F1 Cockapoo, then their offspring are still F2 as you can only move up one generation from the lowest denomination. To achieve an F3 Cockapoo, both parents must be F2 or higher. A F?(b) means a puppy resulting from a Cockapoo of the generation numbered before the 'b' bred back to a pure bred Miniature Poodle or Cocker Spaniel.
Do Cockapoos require much grooming?
In short the answer is yes, they are a high maintenance dog and require regular home grooming and visits to a professional groomer. Please visit our grooming page for more detailed information on essential grooming requirements.
How much exercise do Cockapoos need?
As with all puppies under 12 months old, exercise needs to be restricted. This is to prevent hip and joint problems which can be induced at this time of rapid growth. Jogging, jumping on and off the furniture and stairs should be avoided. Play in the garden or 15 – 20 minutes or on/off lead walking is fine for small puppies, gradually increasing the time as they become older. As an adult your Cockapoo will need a moderate amount of exercise but will nevertheless need exercise everyday for both mental and physical stimulation; they make great running, jogging, cycling and even swimming companions. Cockapoos excel at agility, obedience and fly ball. They are eager to learn, highly intelligent and can make great working dogs, even being trained to the gun.
Should I spay/neuter my Cockapoo?
We recommend that any dog we breed is spayed or neutered at 6 months old. Alternatively some vets may recommend waiting until 3 months after a bitches first 'season' before Spaying. This can prevent the risk of cancer and incontinence in later life. Bitches will usually come in to season twice a year, a season usually lasts around 3 weeks during which time the bitch will spot blood. Dogs can be neutered from the age of 6 months.
Do Cockapoos live well with cats?
Cockapoo and cats can live together very well. We recommend supervised socialisation with both cats and any other family pets starts from an early age. We have three cats in our home so puppies are used to interaction with cats from birth. Previous puppies have also settled well with cats once in their new homes. Please visit our Puppy Videos page to see one of our previous puppies Dolly playing with her best friend Cleo the cat!
Should I crate train my puppy?
Dogs are naturally den dwelling animals. They take comfort from being in a space that recreates a confined 'den' type area. As well as offering a secure and safe 'den' for a puppy, crate training is an effective way to aid house training. Using this method can also speed up the toilet training process as puppies instinctively want to toilet away from their sleeping area and can be seen doing so from as early as two weeks old. Therefore by using a crate for your puppy at night and for short periods of time during the day when he or she will be unsupervised you are encouraging the puppy to hold on until it can be taken outside.
Can I buy two puppies?
We advise against taking two puppies of the same age or from the same litter. The amount of work involved in socialising, rearing and training one puppy is considerable. For families wanting more than one dog we recommend introducing a new puppy around 12 months after bringing home your first. A reputable breeder may question you if you intended to buy two puppies at the same time. It is not wrong nor punishable - but it does require extra consideration.
Our puppies are born, raised and socialised in our home. Puppies are socialised with children, other animals and all normal household noises and activities. We give our puppies plenty of affection and handling and do our very best to give them the best start possible to being an exceptional pet.
Where are you located?
We are located in West Wittering, Chichester, West Sussex
Are you a kennel?
No, we do not have any kennels. Our dogs all live in our home. Please visit Our Set-Up page to see our home.
Do you have a waiting list?
Yes. If our waiting list is full we will put a notice on the website.
Do you require a deposit?
Yes. However a deposit is only required once you have chosen your puppy at 6 weeks old. Rest assured that we are fully committed to helping you add a new member to your family.
Is my deposit refundable?
No. Deposits are non refundable.
How do we select our puppy?
Your puppy will be so much more than gender, colour and markings. We focus on what our families are looking for in a puppy. We therefore do not allow people to choose their puppy until their personalities and temperaments are becoming apparent. This is generally around five weeks old.
What is better a male or female?
We prefer to treat each dog or puppy as an individual rather than a gender. Choosing a puppy that has a temperament that suits your family is so much more important than gender or colour.
What does F1/F1b/F2 mean?
The "F" stands for the generation of the dog. A first generation Cockapoo (F1) is the result of breeding a Cocker Spaniel to a Miniature Poodle. A second generation Cockapoo (F2) is the result of breeding an F1 Cockapoo to another generation of Cockapoo e.g. F1 x F1 = F2. If an F3 Cockapoo is bred to an F1 Cockapoo, then their offspring are still F2 as you can only move up one generation from the lowest denomination. To achieve an F3 Cockapoo, both parents must be F2 or higher. A F?(b) means a puppy resulting from a Cockapoo of the generation numbered before the 'b' bred back to a pure bred Miniature Poodle or Cocker Spaniel.
Do Cockapoos require much grooming?
In short the answer is yes, they are a high maintenance dog and require regular home grooming and visits to a professional groomer. Please visit our grooming page for more detailed information on essential grooming requirements.
How much exercise do Cockapoos need?
As with all puppies under 12 months old, exercise needs to be restricted. This is to prevent hip and joint problems which can be induced at this time of rapid growth. Jogging, jumping on and off the furniture and stairs should be avoided. Play in the garden or 15 – 20 minutes or on/off lead walking is fine for small puppies, gradually increasing the time as they become older. As an adult your Cockapoo will need a moderate amount of exercise but will nevertheless need exercise everyday for both mental and physical stimulation; they make great running, jogging, cycling and even swimming companions. Cockapoos excel at agility, obedience and fly ball. They are eager to learn, highly intelligent and can make great working dogs, even being trained to the gun.
Should I spay/neuter my Cockapoo?
We recommend that any dog we breed is spayed or neutered at 6 months old. Alternatively some vets may recommend waiting until 3 months after a bitches first 'season' before Spaying. This can prevent the risk of cancer and incontinence in later life. Bitches will usually come in to season twice a year, a season usually lasts around 3 weeks during which time the bitch will spot blood. Dogs can be neutered from the age of 6 months.
Do Cockapoos live well with cats?
Cockapoo and cats can live together very well. We recommend supervised socialisation with both cats and any other family pets starts from an early age. We have three cats in our home so puppies are used to interaction with cats from birth. Previous puppies have also settled well with cats once in their new homes. Please visit our Puppy Videos page to see one of our previous puppies Dolly playing with her best friend Cleo the cat!
Should I crate train my puppy?
Dogs are naturally den dwelling animals. They take comfort from being in a space that recreates a confined 'den' type area. As well as offering a secure and safe 'den' for a puppy, crate training is an effective way to aid house training. Using this method can also speed up the toilet training process as puppies instinctively want to toilet away from their sleeping area and can be seen doing so from as early as two weeks old. Therefore by using a crate for your puppy at night and for short periods of time during the day when he or she will be unsupervised you are encouraging the puppy to hold on until it can be taken outside.
Can I buy two puppies?
We advise against taking two puppies of the same age or from the same litter. The amount of work involved in socialising, rearing and training one puppy is considerable. For families wanting more than one dog we recommend introducing a new puppy around 12 months after bringing home your first. A reputable breeder may question you if you intended to buy two puppies at the same time. It is not wrong nor punishable - but it does require extra consideration.
