Cairicocker

Dog Breed Profile

Cairicocker History

The Cairicocker is a fairly new, hybrid, or designer, dog breed that has been created by mixing a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel with a Bichon Frise. The Cairicocker is a mix between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Bichon Frise. The Cairicocker is a relatively new, or “designer”, mixed-breed dog, developed around 2000 by crossing the Bichon with the Cavalier. The Cairicocker is a mix between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Bichon Frise. The combining of these two distinctly different types of dogs has resulted in a dog with many of the characteristics of the parent breeds, and none of the negative traits. The result is a happy, healthy, intelligent, and loyal companion that will likely make a great family pet.

Time of Origin

Unknown

Country of Origin

Unknown

Ancestry

Cairn Terrier, English Cocker Spaniel

Cairicocker Physical Characteristics

The Cairicocker is a medium-large breed that typically stood 25 to 27 inches at the shoulders, and weighed between 50 and 68 pounds. They were used to protect sheep from wolves and bears. The dogs had short, rough coats and were used for herding and controlling.

Eye Colors

Brown

Nose Colors

Black

Coat Colors

Brown, White, Red, Cream, Black

Height Range

Male Height Range: 10 – 15 inches

Female Height Range: 9 – 14 inches

Weight Range

Male Weight Range: 14 – 28 lbs

Female Weight Range: 13 – 28 lbs

Cairicocker Health

Description of breed health.

Lifespan

12-15 yrs

Cairicocker Health Concerns

Patellar Luxation, Cataracts, Glaucoma, Cardiomyopathy, Allergies, Hip Dysplasia, Eye Problems

Cairicocker Temperament and Behaviour

The Caique, also known as a Canary, is a small bird with a long, flat tail. It is talkative, cheerful, and sociable.

Cairicocker Activity Requirements

The Caeirococker is a relatively new dog, invented by crossing a Cocker Spaniel with a poodle. This playful, sweet-natured, and easy-going dog makes a wonderful pet. They are generally easy to train and require minimal grooming. While Caeirocockers are not a high-activity dog, they do require daily walks. They are not strong or particularly athletic, so walks should be fairly short. While Caeirocockers generally do well in small living spaces and do not need a lot of space, they do require frequent human contact. A home with a family that enjoys spending time with their pets will be a perfect match for this sweet-natured, fun-loving dog.