Poodle crossbreeds like the cockapoo, cavapoo and labradoodle have seen a surge in popularity. These designer breeds are valued and often praised as being easy to train, good with children and ...

Future pet parents may need to adjust their expectations.

Mixed-breed dogs are more likely to show problem behaviour, according to a new study by a leading veterinary organisation.

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 ...

Cockapoos have quickly become one of the UK's most popular dogs, and with their adorable curly coats and friendly personalities, it's easy to see why. "Originally assistance dogs, but now very much ...

Designer dogs with cute mashup names are often coveted for more desirable traits than offered by their parent breeds. But they may, in fact, come with less desirable characteristics, according to new ...

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

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

A new study has warned that 'doodles' - such as labradoodles and cockapoos - may be harder work than you might expect, and ...

Pet owners often pick "designer dogs" because they think they’ll be easier to train and friendlier with kids than purebreeds.

The Royal Veterinary College says popular "doodle" dogs do not always behave as expected.