Description  -  Cockapoos (or cockerpoos, as sometimes called) are the hybrid resulting from the cross between the American Cocker Spaniel and the Poodle.  Although believed to have first appeared during the 1960's in the United States as a result of "unplanned mating", cockapoos have been sharply rising in popularity over the past decade.  So much so, that large numbers of "breeders" have been frivolously crossing nearly any two breeds of small dog, and marketing those puppies as "cockapoos".  Fortunately, however, many people who are dedicated to the "success" of this splendid hybrid have been striving to establish it as a recognized "breed".
Characteristics which have made "genuine cockapoos" endearing to so many people are:

• a non-shedding, non-allergenic, softly-curling coat
• above-average intelligence
• "spunky", playful behavior
• ease in training

Temperament  -  Cockapoos are very friendly, intelligent, fun-loving dogs, and are wonderful with both children and adults.  They are quite friendly towards other dogs and housepets (including cats).  Cockapoos are easily obedience-trained, and they excel in agility training & competition.

       The crossing of our own black, red, or parti-colored toy poodles (6 - 8 lbs. avg.) with our wonderful American Cocker Spaniels (both breeds are AKC-registered) results in a small- to medium-sized Cockapoo with a soft & curly non-shedding, non-allergenic coat.  These dogs, although not (yet!) recognized by the AKC, have the "brains" and outstanding temperament that are characteristic of all our parent breed lines.

Description  -  The "popular Cocker Spaniel", referred to as the American Cocker Spaniel, was derived over time through careful breeding of English Cocker Spaniels brought to the United States.  The American Cocker Spaniel is smaller than the English Cocker, and has a different conformation.  The head is domed with a chiseled, abrupt stop.  The snout is broad but short in comparison to that of it's "English counterpart", with the upper lip hanging down past the lower jaw forming jowls.  Ears are quite long and hang on either side of the head.  The body is compact with a short back: the topline characteristically slopes downward gradually from front to rear.  The tail is docked appx. two-fifths (40%) of its original length at a very young age.  Front legs are straight and sturdy.  The dewclaws (i.e., vestigial "thumbs") on all four legs should be removed at the time the tail is docked.  The coat is luxuriant, medium in length, feathered, and comes in a broad range of solid and parti-colors (e.g., buff, black, black & tan, red & white).  The breed is a modest-to-average shedder.  Commonly, they range in size from 14 - 15 inches (shoulder-height) and in weight from 24 - 28 pounds.  Their average life expectancy is about 12 - 15 years.

       Temperament  -  American Cocker Spaniels are cheerful, trusting dogs with "average" intelligence.  They are good with children, and are well suited as household pets.  Cockers are naturally "people-oriented", and are characteristically wonderful "lap dogs".

       We offer individuals of rare colors (e.g., chocolate, tri/parti), as well as popular solid colors (i.e., buff, black).  Ours are extra-petite, "apartment-size" dogs with personality and "smarts"!

Description  -  Miniature Schnauzers are small terriers with squarely-proportioned bodies.  Their prominent, bushy eyebrows and long beard & mustache are typically groomed in a fashion to emphasize this "square-cut" shape.  The head is long, with a strong muzzle and well-developed black nose. Historically, the standard for the breed has called for cropping of the ears (usually at a very young age), making them come to a point when they stand erect.  However, more and more people are opting to leave the ears entire (i.e., with the flap-portion folding forward).  Their front legs are very straight.  The tail is typically docked (according to the standard) appx. 30-40% of the original length, usually some time before the ears are cropped.  The coat colors include silver, salt & pepper (grey interspersed with black), black and silver, and solid black.  The origin of the breed occured in Germany, and is reportedly the result of crossings of the Standard Schnauzer, the Affenpinscher and possibly the Poodle.  The name "schnauzer" is derived from the German word, "Schnauze", for muzzle.  Miniature Schnauzers range in size from about 11 - 14 inches (shoulder-height) and usually weigh from 10 - 18 pounds.  Life expectancy is around 15 years.

       Temperament  -  Mini-schnauzers are very intelligent, affectionate, obedient and energetic companions.  They learn very quickly, and strive to please their owners.  They are alert and playful, and are good with children.  Their attentiveness and "spunk" (as well as their piercing bark when alarmed) make them excellent watchdogs.  The typical schnauzer "bark", however, is more of a low, elongated "voice"... as if (?) they are talking to you.

       Our pups are very small, non-shedding, with superior character, intellect and lines.  Coloration of our puppies ranges from "salt & pepper" to true black & silver to solid black.