A Cavapoo puppy costs about $2,000 to $4,000 from a breeder in 2026
A Cavapoo puppy from a reputable breeder costs about $2,000 to $4,000 in 2026, and Petful calls $2,000 to $3,000 a fair price for a health tested puppy. Rescues charge about $200 to $800. Wooffy puts the whole first year at $3,800 to $8,200, purchase included.
What a Cavapoo costs
| Rescue or shelter adoption | $200 to $800 |
|---|---|
| Fair price, health tested puppy | $2,000 to $3,000 |
| Puppy from a reputable breeder | $2,000 to $4,500 |
| Other guides | $1,000 to $4,500 |
| Hobby breeders | $1,500 to $2,500 |
| One Good Dog certified breeder | $3,000 to $5,500 |
| Heart tested litter premium | $1,000 to $2,000 |
| Red flag price | $800 to $1,200 |
| First vet exam and shots | $150 to $350 |
| First year, budget path | $2,800 to $4,200 |
| First year, premium path | $6,500 to $8,200 |
Guides differ, and several are written by breeders. The cheap end of a range often means skipped health testing. Sources: Petful, Cavapoo price (July 2026); Foufou Puppies, Cavapoo price in the United States (March 2026); Sage Puppies, Cavapoo puppies price, size and health (July 2026); My Doodle Puppy, how much does a Cavapoo puppy cost (January 2026); HonestPet, Cavapoo cost (March 2026); Boise Doodle Co, how much does a Cavapoo cost (May 2026); Wooffy, Cavapoo price and first year budget (August 2026); Adopt a Pet, how much does a Cavapoo cost (checked September 2026).
What changes your price
- Health testing. Petful says a cheaper puppy usually means the breeder skipped it. The parent breeds are also costly.
- Breeder reputation and lineage. My Doodle Puppy says both change the price.
- Location. Your area and the breeder location matter.
- Age of the puppy. HonestPet says older puppies, 4 to 6 months, can cost more because of extra shots and training.
- Size and color. Petful says prices above $4,000 to $5,000 are usually marketing for rare colors or teacup claims.
- Hobby breeders. HonestPet says they may charge $1,500 to $2,500 but rarely test the parents.
Why a cheap Cavapoo can cost more
Petful says be cautious below about $1,500 and above $4,000 to $5,000. It says a Cavapoo advertised at $800 to $1,200 is a red flag, because the breeder likely skipped health testing or is reselling a puppy mill litter.
Wooffy says the $1,000 to $2,000 premium for a heart tested litter is one of the best documented trade offs in dog ownership. A single heart workup and medication can run into the thousands of dollars.
Petful lists other warning signs: a breeder who will not let you meet the mother, cannot show written health tests for both parents, ships a puppy under 8 weeks, always has puppies with no waitlist, or pressures you for a deposit before you see the litter. Sources: Petful, Cavapoo price (July 2026); Wooffy, Cavapoo price and first year budget (August 2026).
Other dog costs
Small doodles need grooming and early vet care. See our PetSmart grooming and puppy shots pages. For similar breeds, see our Goldendoodle and Maltipoo pages.
How to judge the price you are quoted
- Ask for written health test results on both parents, including heart tests.
- Ask to meet the mother, in person or by video.
- Ask what the price includes, like shots and a health guarantee.
- Ask about the waitlist and deposit.
- Compare with $2,000 to $3,000 for a fair health tested puppy.
Ways to pay less
- Adopt an adult. Wooffy says $200 to $600, and many are already spayed or neutered and vaccinated.
- Buy setup gear used or on sale. Wooffy puts the budget path at $200 to $400 for setup.
- Learn home grooming, since Wooffy says grooming and insurance are a large share of ongoing costs.
- Do not chase a very low price. It can cost more in vet bills later.
How we got these numbers
Breeders and rescues set their own prices. The ranges come from 2026 dog guides and breeder pages, as dated below. Several sources are breeders or sell pet products, so treat them as asking prices. We do not add our own guesses. All numbers were checked on September 28, 2026.
Common questions
How much does a Cavapoo cost?
About $2,000 to $4,000 from a reputable breeder in 2026. Petful says $2,000 to $3,000 is fair for a health tested puppy.
How much does it cost to adopt a Cavapoo?
About $200 to $800. Petful says $300 to $700.
Why is a cheap Cavapoo a red flag?
Petful says a price of $800 to $1,200 usually means health testing was skipped.
How much does the first year cost?
Wooffy says $3,800 to $8,200 with the purchase price included.