Last Updated on October 9, 2026
Cavoodles are a designer breed that make a great family pet. They are sweet, eager to please and very smart, which is exactly why they are so popular. But should you train your Cavoodle as a puppy?
It is a question a lot of new owners ask. After all, they are lovely dogs as they are, so why bother?
The thing is, these sweet dogs have a lot of energy. Like other high-energy, high-intelligence breeds, they need both mental and physical stimulation. A Cavoodle that does not get the mental workout of training is more likely to pick up bad habits, like chewing the furniture or digging up the yard. Regular training is one of the best ways to keep them out of mischief.
Training keeps your Cavoodle happy and healthy
The best way to keep a Cavoodle puppy occupied, and away from the furniture legs, is to train them.
Cavoodles thrive on human interaction, and training gives them the attention they crave along with something to focus on. Start early and you begin instilling good behaviours while strengthening your bond at the same time.
Their intelligence makes the whole thing easier. With positive reinforcement and a bit of patience, Cavoodle puppy training is fairly straightforward, because they genuinely live to please you. Give them plenty of praise as you go, so they know they are doing the right thing, and they will happily repeat it.
What sort of training does a Cavoodle need?
Cavoodles soak up just about everything, from simple tricks to good manners. A good place to start is crate training, which gives your pup a space of their own to retreat to when they feel unsure, and makes trips to the vet far easier.
Basic commands like sit and stay are another sensible early step. Once your Cavoodle has the basics down, you can move on to more involved tasks, which is a great way to keep that busy mind occupied.
So should you train your Cavoodle puppy?
Absolutely. Cavoodles are easy to train with a little patience, and they can even take on jobs like being a service dog. They are loyal and love to please, and that eagerness paired with their intelligence makes for a very quick learner. Training your Cavoodle as a puppy sets them up to be a much happier dog in adulthood.
