Spoodle

Dog Breed Facts & Characteristics

Personality

They tend to be friendly, energetic and intelligent, making them well suited to an active couple or family. Their small size makes them appealing to people in apartments or without backyards but bear in mind that they will still like frequent exercise, play and lots of company to keep them happy and healthy. 

Grooming

The coat may be low to no shedding and will need regular brushing at home and frequent trips to the groomers for clipping. As skin problems including allergies are common in the Spoodle, make sure your parasite control is up to date all year round to prevent extra itching and scratching. They generally have floppy ears with hairy ear canals, so regular ear cleaning is a necessary part of caring for a Spoodle to help prevent ear problems. 

Feeding

When choosing a food for your Spoodle, select a premium food appropriate to your dog’s age and life stage. Spoodle’s may benefit from a digestive diet that helps with sensitive tummies and skin. Follow the recommended feeding guides on the food appropriate to your pet's size. Make sure your dog always has a supply of fresh, clean water available.

Common Health Concerns 

According to PetSure data from 2019, the five most common reasons for Spoodle’s to require a vet visit (excluding for routine visits like vaccinations) were: 

Most common pet insurance claims for this breed, (PetSure data, 2019) 

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With ear and skin conditions ranking in the top reasons for Spoodles to see the vet, keeping the coat and ears clean and in tip top condition helps to detect problems early on and may also prevent certain infections from forming. Read more about atopic dermatitis, a common skin problem in dogs and and otitis externa (ear infections) via the links. 

Most popular Spoodle names

According to PetSure data (from 2019) the most popular Spoodle names are:

1. Charlie
2. Archie
3. Milo
4. Alfie
5. Luna
6. Poppy
7. Ruby
8. Coco
9. Daisy
10. Rosie

Most popular female names

1. Luna
2. Poppy
3. Ruby
4. Coco
5. Daisy
6. Rosie
7. Bonnie
8. Maggie
9. Molly
10. Millie

Most popular male names

1. Charlie
2. Archie
3. Alfie
4. Milo
5. Leo
6. Murphy
7. Ollie
8. Oscar
9. Ziggy
10. Bailey

Did you know?

American pop star Ariana Grande reportedly has a Spoodle called Sirius in her pack of nine dogs as well as a pet pig. 

Where can I get a Spoodle?

Pop by your local pet rescue shelters where you might just find your new best friend! 

References

1. Burke’s Backyard, Pet Road Test: Spoodle, 2020, Accessed on 29.10.20
2. Wikipedia, Cockapoo, Accessed on 29.10.20
3. Pet Doctors St Lukes, The Rise of Celebrity Pets, Accessed on 29.10.20

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