Cockapoo vs Lakeland Terrier

Miscellaneous · Small vs Terrier · Small

Quick take
  • Cockapoo is the larger breed at 12–24 lbs (males) vs 17 lbs for the Lakeland Terrier.
  • The Cockapoo typically lives longer (13–16 years).
  • The Lakeland Terrier sheds less.

Side-by-side traits

TraitCockapooLakeland Terrier
Group
MiscellaneousTerrier
Size
SmallSmall
Origin
USAEngland
Height (male)
10–15"14–15"
Height (female)
10–15"14–15"
Weight (male)
12–24 lbs17 lbs
Weight (female)
12–24 lbs17 lbs
Lifespan
Average expected lifespan.
13–16 years12–16 years
Energy level
Daily activity needs.
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Trainability
How quickly the breed learns commands.
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Intelligence
Problem-solving ability.
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Exercise needs
Daily physical activity required.
Moderate (3/5)High (4/5)
Shedding
Lower = less hair around your home.
Low (2/5)Very Low (1/5)
Grooming effort
Brushing, bathing, professional grooming.
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Drooling
Lower = drier face and furniture.
Very Low (1/5)Very Low (1/5)
Barking
How vocal the breed is.
Low (2/5)High (4/5)
Good with kids
Very High (5/5)High (4/5)
Good with other dogs
High (4/5)Moderate (3/5)
Good with strangers
Very High (5/5)Moderate (3/5)
Protectiveness
Watchdog tendencies.
Low (2/5)Moderate (3/5)
Adaptability
Apartment / new environment tolerance.
Very High (5/5)High (4/5)
Coat length
longwirehaired
Hypoallergenic
Lower-shedding, less dander.
YesYes
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About the Cockapoo

The Cockapoo is a people-loving, intelligent, low-shed Cocker Spaniel × Poodle hybrid — smaller doodle, apartment-sized. Originally from USA, this small miscellaneous breed typically weighs 12–24 lbs and lives 13–16 years. Breeders describe them as people-loving, intelligent, easygoing.

About the Lakeland Terrier

The Lakeland Terrier is a bold, friendly, confident terrier from England's Lake District — fox-hunter with a square jaw. Originally from England, this small terrier breed typically weighs 17 lbs and lives 12–16 years. Breeders describe them as bold, friendly, confident.

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Cockapoo health

Common health concerns reported in this breed:

  • Patellar luxation
  • Ear infections
  • Eye disorders
  • Hip dysplasia

Lakeland Terrier health

Common health concerns reported in this breed:

  • Patellar luxation
  • Eye problems
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes