This article will outline the cost of a Cavoodle (Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Poodle cross) in Australia, what you’ll likely spend after getting one, and why buying from the right place will benefit you in the long run.

How much does a Cavoodle cost in Australia?

A Cavoodle from a registered breeder usually costs around $1,500 to $6,000, according to Canstar’s 2026 breed guide. A responsibly bred puppy would most likely be priced in the middle to upper range of this.

If a puppy is priced significantly under this range, then exercise caution. This may show that the pup has maybe not gotten health testing, treatments from a vet or probably hasn’t been raised in a humane environment. If a puppy is priced significantly over this range and there is no explanation, then it could be a scam or someone simply looking for attention.

What affects the price of a Cavoodle puppy?

Pricing is based on how much the breeder has put into the parents and the puppies. The following are the primary factors:

• Health testing – Genetic testing in the parents can greatly reduce the risk of inherited diseases. For example, heart checks on the Cavalier side and DNA testing in both parents can add real costs.
• Vet care – All responsibly bred litters would have gotten vet checks, vaccinations, worming and microchipping.
• Parentage and generation – If the parents are well established and tested, then puppies produced from them will usually cost more than those from unknown or untested parents.
• Size and colour – Miniature and toy types and certain sought after colours can add to the cost of a puppy.
• Demand and location – Cost will be greater in larger cities and wherever there is a waitlist.
• Breeder standards – A breeder who socialises puppies properly and limits the number of litters produced will put more time and money into each puppy than a breeder who produces a large number of puppies.

What does a Cavoodle cost after you bring them home?

Buying a Cavoodle is just the beginning. It’s important to consider the ongoing costs before you commit to getting one:

• Pet insurance: According to CHOICE, the typical cost for a 3 month old Cavoodle is $62 per month and for a 5 year old is $99 per month.
• Vet costs: According to Finder, using data from Pet Insurance Australia, the average cost per claim for a Cavoodle is between $600 and $700. The maximum cost was for a traumatic incident at $11,600.
• Grooming costs: Cavoodles have a minimal shedding coat and should be clipped professionally and brushed regularly.
• General costs: Collar and lead, crates, registration with local council, training, toys, a bed and food all add up over the first year.

These costs highlight the importance of having a healthy puppy at the very start. If your breeder performs health and vet checks on their puppies, then you will be more likely to minimise the major costs.

Read: How to Create a Safe and Pet-Friendly Home Environment

Why a verified breeder is worth it

The safest option for a puppy buyer is looking for a verified breeder. This minimizes the chance of purchasing a poorly raised, sick, or even a non-existent puppy that will later cost you money in treatment.

A low price may appear to be a bargain but could end up costing you and your puppy down the track.

Purchasing from an unverified breeder can put you at the following risks:

• Puppy farms: In a high volume breeding situation, puppies are often raised in poor conditions. Minimal socialising and little or no veterinary attention is given. This can result in behavioural and health issues in the puppies. Mothers can also be forced to produce puppies over and over, causing undue stress to them.
• Scams: Fake breeders will often use stolen pictures, charge a deposit and then disappear. Not being able to meet or verify a breeder should be cause for concern.
• Undetected health issues: Without full transparency, veterinary examination and genetic testing inherited diseases can go undetected and end up costing you a large sum of money later.
• No after sale support: A responsible breeder will provide support throughout the life of the puppy, offer the return of the puppy if your circumstances change, and will respond to any queries.

Responsible Pet Breeders Australia (RPBA) seeks to address these issues. RPBA has a code of ethics that rejects breeders who have more than 10 undesexed females. Full members undergo an audit by a registered veterinarian. RPBA also provides a free Verify Breeder service enabling a buyer to verify a breeder prior to transaction.

How to check a Cavoodle breeder before you pay

Always verify the breeder first and then ask appropriate questions. Here’s a list of things to check before making a deposit.

1. Check if they are a registered breeder: Ask for registration information and check using breeder verification tool.
2. Visit the mother, view the birthing area, and observe the puppy interaction: Inspect the whole litter. If the breeder refuses a visit or video visit, then don’t buy from them.
3. Ask for both parents’ heart and genetic test results, puppies vet check, vaccinations and microchip details
4. Ask how many breeding females and how many litters the breeder has. This is something a good breeder will be happy to provide
5. Ask for a contract which should include conditions relating to health and a rehoming condition if the puppy cannot be retained
6. Ensure payment is made in a safe way: Be cautious if a breeder is asking for payment to a third party via bank transfer or gift card or if they ask for immediate payment

The bottom line

Expect to pay roughly $1,500 to $6,000 for a Cavoodle from a registered breeder, and plan for insurance, vet and grooming costs on top. The price you pay matters less than knowing the puppy was bred and raised well.

Start your search with a breeder you can verify. Browse registered Cavoodle breeders on RPBA, check any breeder with the Verify Breeder tool and take your time. A healthy, well-socialised puppy from a responsible breeder is worth the wait.

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