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FREEZE-DRIED RAW FEEDING GUIDE

How to feed a Cockapoo

The Cockapoo is a bright, food-loving little dog with one quiet vulnerability: a tendency to put on weight fast. That makes how, and how much, you feed one the single biggest lever on a long, healthy life.

Here is exactly how to feed a Cockapoo on freeze-dried raw — measured by weight and life stage, with the nutrition that protects their eyes, joints, skin and waistline.

  • Adult weight12–20 lb
  • SizeSmall
  • EnergyModerate
  • Lifespan12–15 years
  • CoatWavy to curly single coat — low shedding
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A healthy Cockapoo
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What a Cockapoo's body needs

Every Cockapoo trait comes back to one thing: how you feed them. Here's what matters most.

  • Easily overweight, very food-motivated

    Needs: Precise portions, lean protein

    Measured freeze-dried raw — fed by weight, not by the begging — keeps a Cockapoo trim. A lean body is the strongest protection against nearly every health issue this breed faces.

  • Small frame, big appetite for treats

    Needs: Calorie-dense, nutrient-rich meals

    Nutrient-packed real meat, organ and bone means a small, accurate portion delivers complete nutrition — leaving room for the tiny training treats this clever breed thrives on.

  • Wavy, low-shed Poodle-Cocker coat

    Needs: Omega-3 fatty acids

    Whole-food animal and fish fats feed the skin barrier from the inside, supporting a soft, healthy coat and easing the dryness and skin sensitivities Cockapoos can develop.

  • Inherited risk of hip dysplasia

    Needs: Joint support + lean weight

    Real meat, organ and ground bone supply natural glucosamine and chondroitin, while omega-3s help calm joint inflammation — and staying lean takes load off the joints.

  • Long floppy ears, skin sensitivities

    Needs: Low-inflammation whole-food diet

    Minimally processed raw skips the starchy fillers that can feed the chronic ear and skin inflammation floppy-eared breeds are prone to.

How much to feed a Cockapoo

Quick answer: a healthy adult Cockapoo (12–20 lb) needs about 1.8–3.0 oz of freeze-dried raw per day, split across two meals. Freeze-dried is calorie-dense and measured dry — so it's much less by volume than kibble. Feed to a lean waistline and adjust every few weeks.

Ideal adult weightFreeze-dried per dayPer meal (×2)
12 lb 1.8 oz 0.9 oz
14 lb 2.1 oz 1.1 oz
16 lb typical Cockapoo 2.4 oz 1.2 oz
18 lb 2.7 oz 1.4 oz
20 lb 3.0 oz 1.5 oz

Starting points for a moderately active adult (~0.15 oz of freeze-dried per lb of ideal weight). Active dogs need a little more, couch companions a little less — always adjust to body condition, not the bag.

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What to feed a Cockapoo

For a Cockapoo we recommend complete freeze-dried raw as the daily base — real meat, organs and ground bone with no heat-processed filler — or as a topper while you transition.

Lean single-protein recipes like Chicken or Wild-Caught Cod suit weight-watchers and sensitive tummies; gentle Salmon adds skin-and-coat omega-3s for this coat-prone breed. Just add water and serve.

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Feeding a Cockapoo by life stage

  • Puppy: Cockapoo puppies grow fast on a small frame. Feed a complete, life-stage-appropriate diet across 3–4 small meals a day, measured by weight, and avoid overfeeding — lean puppies put less strain on developing hips.
  • Adult: Feed to a lean, visible waist, split across two meals. Use the chart below as a starting point and adjust to body condition, not the bag — this breed gains weight easily.
  • Senior: Activity drops but appetite rarely does. Trim portions, keep protein high to preserve lean muscle, and lean into joint- and eye-supporting whole-food nutrition.

Common Cockapoo concerns — and the diet connection

  • ObesityThe most common and most preventable Cockapoo problem — measured raw feeding and a lean body condition lower the risk of nearly every other issue on this list.
  • Hip dysplasiaLargely genetic, but lean weight plus joint nutrients (glucosamine from real bone and cartilage, omega-3) help support comfort and day-to-day mobility.
  • Eye conditions (cataracts, PRA, glaucoma)Diet cannot cure inherited eye disease, but antioxidant-rich whole foods and the DHA in fish-based omega-3 support overall eye and nerve health through life.
  • Skin & ear sensitivitiesLong floppy ears and a sensitive coat set the stage; a whole-food, omega-rich, low-filler diet supports the skin barrier and helps dial down inflammation.

Diet supports health but doesn't replace veterinary care — ask your vet about any specific condition.

Feeding a Cockapoo: what to know

A Cockapoo will happily convince you it is still hungry. On a small frame, even a little extra adds up quickly — so feed to body condition, not to the begging. You should feel the ribs easily and see a tucked waist from above.

Because weight creeps on quietly, weigh portions instead of eyeballing them, keep treats to a small slice of the daily calories, and re-check the amount every few weeks — especially after any drop in activity.

Cockapoo feeding questions

How much should I feed my Cockapoo?
A healthy adult Cockapoo (12–20 lb) needs roughly 2–3 oz of freeze-dried raw per day, split between two meals. Freeze-dried is calorie-dense and measured dry, so it is far less by volume than kibble — feed to a lean waistline and adjust every few weeks.
What is the best food for a Cockapoo that gains weight easily?
A measured, complete freeze-dried raw diet of lean single proteins like Chicken or Cod makes portion control easy and keeps calories honest. Weigh each meal and feed to body condition rather than to your Cockapoo's appetite.
How do I switch my Cockapoo to raw?
Transition over 7–10 days, mixing a little more Land Animal into the old food each day. Raw is rich, so start at the lower end of the range and watch the waistline as you go.
Does a Cockapoo need joint or skin support?
Many benefit from both — the breed carries some hip dysplasia risk and can have coat and skin sensitivities. Freeze-dried raw with real bone and organ provides natural glucosamine, and fish-based omega-3 supports both joints and a healthy coat.
Are Cockapoos prone to food allergies?
Some Cockapoos have sensitive skin and stomachs. A simple, single-protein freeze-dried raw diet with no fillers makes it easy to see what agrees with your dog and to rotate proteins if needed.

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  • "Knowing exactly how much to feed took all the guesswork out. He's leaner, with more energy on our walks."

    — Jenna & Cooper

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    — Priya & Luna
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Portions are starting points for freeze-dried raw and AAFCO complete-and-balanced recipes. Always feed to your individual dog's body condition and ask your vet about specific health needs.