How tall is a Cavapoo?

An adult Cavapoo stands about 13 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.

Is a Cavapoo considered a small dog?

Yes — at 13" / 18 lb, the Cavapoo falls into the small-breed size class (shoulder height 11–15"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #182 tallest.

How does a Cavapoo compare to a person?

At 13" tall, a Cavapoo stands about 20% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

Cavapoo Size Compared to a Person

A Cavapoo stands 13″ at the shoulder and weighs about 18 lb — that puts it at 20% of the height of an average adult (5′4″ / 64″). Of the 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #182 by shoulder height and falls into the small-breed size class (Small breeds, 11–15").

Cavapoo next to a person at scale — 13-inch shoulder height, 18 lb. Drawn by iDogNames. — Cavapoo at 13″ / 18 lb, next to an average adult at 5′4″ / 135 lb. Drawn to AKC breed standards.

How a Cavapoo compares

	Cavapoo	Person	Difference
Shoulder height	13″	64″	-51″
Weight	18 lb	135 lb	-117 lb

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About the Cavapoo

The Cavapoo, also known as the Cavoodle or Cavadoodle, is one of the most popular designer breeds today, created by crossing the gentle Cavalier King Charles Spaniel with the intelligent Poodle. This adorable mix combines the Cavalier's sweet, affectionate temperament with the Poodle's hypoallergenic coat and sharp mind. The result is a small, fluffy, endlessly lovable companion that has captured the hearts of dog lovers worldwide.

Similar-size breeds

The 8 breeds in the Small size class with shoulder height closest to the Cavapoo.

Basset Hound — 13″ / 53 lb (same height)
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel — 13″ / 16 lb (same height)
Eskapoo — 13″ / 18 lb (same height)
Foxton — 13″ / 14 lb (same height)
Frengle — 13″ / 22 lb (same height)
Glen of Imaal Terrier — 13″ / 36 lb (same height)
Lowchen — 13″ / 15 lb (same height)
Miniature Poodle — 13″ / 13 lb (same height)

Frequently asked

How tall is a Cavapoo?: An adult Cavapoo stands about 13 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.
Is a Cavapoo considered a small dog?: Yes — at 13" / 18 lb, the Cavapoo falls into the small-breed size class (shoulder height 11–15"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #182 tallest.
How does a Cavapoo compare to a person?: At 13" tall, a Cavapoo stands about 20% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

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