The Cavoodle: Affectionate, Intelligent, and Utterly Charming

Cavoodles, also known as Cavapoos, are a popular designer dog breed resulting from the cross between a Poodle and a 

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, known for their friendly nature, intelligence, and low shedding coats.

What makes a Karadon Kennels Cavoodles different from others?

Karadon Kennels Cavoodles are bred from carefully selected Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Poodles with calm, family friendly temperaments. Your puppies benefit from ethical breeding, early socialisation, health tested parents, and your Behaviour Support Included promise. That combination creates Cavoodles that are confident, well adjusted, and ready to thrive in their new homes.

Gentle, affectionate nature

Cavoodles are known for their warm, people focused temperament. They love being close, they bond deeply with their families, and they’re naturally gentle with children, seniors, and other pets. This softness comes from their Cavalier heritage, making them one of the safest and most reliable small breed companions.

Why it matters: Families want a dog they can trust around kids, visitors, and daily life. Cavoodles bring calm, kindness, and emotional connection into the home.

Intelligent and eager to learn

With the Poodle’s intelligence and the Cavalier’s eagerness to please, Cavoodles are quick learners who genuinely enjoy training. They respond beautifully to positive reinforcement and thrive when given guidance and routine.

Why it matters: A trainable dog is easier to live with, easier to settle, and more confident. Your training support at Karadon Kennels makes this natural strength even stronger.

Adaptable to almost any lifestyle

Cavoodles fit comfortably into apartments, family homes, lifestyle blocks, or quieter households. They don’t need excessive exercise,  just daily interaction, play, and a walk.

Why it matters: Families with different routines, work schedules, or living spaces can all enjoy a Cavoodle without feeling overwhelmed by their needs.

Low shedding, easy to manage coats

Their low shedding coat makes them a great option for allergy sensitive families or anyone who prefers less hair around the house. With regular grooming, their coat stays soft, clean, and comfortable.

Why it matters: A low shedding dog is easier to maintain, more comfortable for allergy prone households, and keeps the home cleaner.

Emotionally intuitive and comforting

Cavoodles are known for their ability to sense human emotions. They stay close when someone is upset, offer comfort naturally, and bring a sense of calm to the home.

Why it matters: Many families want a companion who isn’t just cute but emotionally supportive, steady, and connected.

Height and weight range

For Karadon Kennels, where we work with Cavaliers (30–33 cm, 6–8 kg) and Miniature Poodles (28–35 cm, 4–6 kg), your Cavoodles will almost always fall into the Mini Cavoodle range:

  • Height: 30–35 cm

  • Weight: 7–10 kg

This aligns with the most stable and predictable size outcomes.

Tilly

Tilly is an F1 Cavoodle with the softest coat and the biggest heart. She’s non-shedding, making her perfect for people with allergies, and she absolutely adores being around humans.

A true adventurer at heart, Tilly loves swimming, trips to the beach, and hopping in the car for her next outing. Wherever she goes, smiles tend to follow.

Tilly is also a very special therapy dog who accompanies me to the rest home, where she is thoroughly spoilt rotten by everyone she meets. With her gentle nature and happy personality, she brings comfort, joy, and plenty of cuddles to all.

Small in size but huge in love.

Poppy

Poppy is a delightful Cavoodle (3/4 mini poodle, 1/4 Cavalier), making her the perfect blend of charm and intelligence. Living on a scenic farm in North Otago, she brings joy to every corner with her playful, fun-loving personality. Standing at just 13 inches tall, this clever little girl always finds a way to impress us with her smarts and agility. Born with a beautiful chocolate coat, Poppy truly is a second-generation wonder; her lovely mother has been an integral part of our family. With every wag of her tail and playful bark, Poppy reminds us how special the bond between pets and their humans can be. Whether she’s frolicking in the fields or snuggling up after a long day, she fills our lives with laughter and love.