How long does a Poodle Cocker Spaniel Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 10–16 years, the midpoint of the Poodle (10–18 years) and the Cocker Spaniel (10–14 years).

Is a Poodle Cocker Spaniel Mix easy to train?

Trainability is very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Poodle Cocker Spaniel Mix

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A Poodle Cocker Spaniel mix is a cross between a Poodle and a Cocker Spaniel. Most grow into small dogs of 15–22 lb and live 10–16 years.

Poodle, a purebred dog — PoodlePhoto: UszkarFoto92, CC0, source

Cocker Spaniel, a purebred dog — Cocker SpanielPhoto: Wikimedia Commons contributor, CC BY-SA 3.0, source

Photos show the purebred parents. There is no single look for a mix: puppies in one litter can resemble either side.

Weight15–22 lbcan be 10–30 lb

Height12–15 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–16 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Poodle Cocker Spaniel Mix get?

Miniature Poodle10–15 lb

The mix15–22 lb

Cocker Spaniel20–30 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Poodle Cocker Spaniel Mix dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.

Height runs 12–15 inches at the shoulder, against 10–15 in for the Miniature Poodle and 13.5–15.5 in for the Cocker Spaniel.

Size figures assume a Miniature Poodle parent, the size closest to the Cocker Spaniel. A different poodle size moves the whole range.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Low

Poodle has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.

Energy

Moderate

Daily walks and some play are enough for most of these dogs.

Trainability

Very high

The Poodle rates very high and the Cocker Spaniel very high; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Very high

Expect regular brushing and professional grooming every few weeks.

Temperament

The Poodle is usually described as active, proud, very smart. The Cocker Spaniel as gentle, smart, happy. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Poodle vs Cocker Spaniel vs the mix

Trait	Miniature Poodle	Poodle Cocker Spaniel Mix	Cocker Spaniel
Weight	10–15 lb	15–22 lb	20–30 lb
Height	10–15 in	12–15 in	13.5–15.5 in
Lifespan	10–18 yr	10–16 yr	10–14 yr
Shedding	very low	low	low
Energy	moderate	moderate	moderate
Group	Non-Sporting	mixed	Sporting

Questions about the Poodle Cocker Spaniel Mix

How big does a Poodle Cocker Spaniel Mix get?: Most grow to 15–22 pounds and 12–15 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 10–30 pounds.
How long does a Poodle Cocker Spaniel Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–16 years, the midpoint of the Poodle (10–18 years) and the Cocker Spaniel (10–14 years).
Does a Poodle Cocker Spaniel Mix shed?: Shedding is low. Poodle has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.
Is a Poodle Cocker Spaniel Mix easy to train?: Trainability is very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Poodle mixes

Other Cocker Spaniel mixes

Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.