Pet owners often pick "designer dogs" because they think they’ll be easier to train and friendlier with kids than purebreeds. A new study suggests that's not always the case ...

They are considered family-friendly, easy to train, and ideal for beginners–so-called “designer dogs” like Cockapoo or ...

A new study has found popular 'designer' poodle cross-breeds may be harder work than expected, with owners sharing their ...

A new study has warned 'doodles' may be harder work than you might expect. The research published by the Royal Veterinary ...

A new Royal Veterinary College study has found designer crossbreeds are more hectic than their purebred counterparts. Lydia Spencer-Elliott investigates whether her dog’s cheeky behaviour could be dow ...

Cockapoos are loved for their teddy bear looks and reputations for being family friendly. However, concerns have been raised ...

With their curly coats and family-friendly image, Cockapoos and designer doodles have become a popular choice for dog owners.

A new study suggests that popular designer crossbreed dogs, such as cockapoos and cavapoos, may exhibit more behavioural problems than their purebred parent breeds. Researchers from the Royal ...

Research published on Thursday ...

Research finds cockapoo, cavapoo and labradoodle dogs display more undesirable behaviours than breeds they derive from ...

Designer crossbreed dogs are increasingly popular pets. By some estimates, the wider world of “doodles” alone rakes in over ...

Experts from the Royal Veterinary College have warned that Cockapoos are 44 per cent more likely to suffer behavioural issues ...