While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Chinese Cresteds are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Cadoodle is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Affectionate
Happy
Playful
Alert
Lively
Sweet
Tempered

Active
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Trainable
Elegant
Faithful
Instinctual
Hard working
Herding

Chinese Cresteds shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Cadoodles are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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Poodle and Collie

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Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Cream
Blue

Sable
Blue
Black
Brown
White
Pied

Straight

Wavy

A Chinese Crested can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Cadoodle can have a litter of 4-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Chinese Cresteds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Cadoodles are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Hip Dysplasia
Addison's Disease

Skin Problems
Contact Allergy
Dentition Problems

Cataracts
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Skin Scraping
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

X-Rays
Blood Count
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Chemistry

Chinese Cresteds are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Cadoodles' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Chinese Cresteds are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Cadoodles have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Chinese Cresteds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Cadoodles are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chinese Crested, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cadoodle, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chinese Cresteds usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Cadoodles usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Chinese Crested requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Cadoodles have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Ideally, Chinese Crested should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Cadoodle should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-12 pound (2 - 5 kg) Chinese Crested feed 0.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 50-70 pound (23 - 32 kg) Cadoodle feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Chinese Crested is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Cadoodle is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chinese Crested is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Cadoodle is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Chinese Crested has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Cadoodle is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Chinese Cresteds make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Cadoodle is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Chinese Cresteds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Cadoodles make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Chinese Cresteds are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Cadoodles are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Chinese Cresteds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Cadoodles are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Chinese Cresteds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Cadoodles are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Chinese Cresteds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

The Cadoodle is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.