Dachshund vs Cockapoo

Compare Dachshunds to Cockapoos. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between these two breeds.

Dachshund vs Cockapoo
Dachshund
Cockapoo
Dachshund
Cockapoo
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General Details
Dachshund
Cockapoo
Breed Type
Purebred
Hybrid
Allergy Friendly
No
Maybe
Lifespan
12-16 Years
12-15 Years
Height
5-11 Inches
10-15 Inches
Weight
11-32 Pounds
12-24 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Dachshund
Cockapoo
Origin Country
Germany
United States
Origin Year
1400 AD
1950 AD
Temperament
Dachshund
Cockapoo
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Dachshund
Cockapoo
Traits
Aggressive
Jealous
Needy
Protective
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Dachshund
Cockapoo
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Dachshund
Cockapoo
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Low to High
Top Running Speed
17 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Dachshund
Cockapoo
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
None to Medium
Dander
Low
None to Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Dachshund
Cockapoo
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Dachshund
Cockapoo
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Dachshund
Cockapoo
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Dachshund
Cockapoo
Average Lifespan
12-16 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Dachshund
Cockapoo
Common Health Issues
Cushing's syndrome
Bloat
Cancer
Mitral valve disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Canine diabetes mellitus
Deafness
Narcolepsy
Baldness
Intervertebral disc disease
Acanthosis nigricans
Lymphocytic thyroiditis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Dachshund
Cockapoo
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wavy
Wavy
Coat Length
Short to Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Dachshund
Cockapoo
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Cream
Black and Cream
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue and Cream
Blue and Cream
Blue and Tan
Blue and Tan
Chocolate
Chocolate
Chocolate and Cream
Chocolate and Cream
Chocolate and Tan
Chocolate and Tan
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Fawn and Cream
Fawn and Cream
Fawn and Tan
Fawn and Tan
Red
Red
Wheaten
Wheaten
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