What does a Cavoodle really cost?
Answer a few questions and we will estimate the upfront price and the true cost of owning a Cavoodle in Australia. Every figure is an estimate in Australian dollars.
These are ballpark estimates to help you plan, not a quote. Real costs vary by breeder, location, your dog's health and the choices you make. For the full picture on purchase price, read how much Cavoodle dogs cost. The figures above are for a Toy Cavoodle in Victoria with home grooming and pet insurance.
How the Cavoodle Cost Calculator works
The calculator estimates three things: the upfront cost of getting a Cavoodle, the cost of the first year, and the yearly cost after that. It then adds them up over a typical 14-year life. All figures are in Australian dollars and are rounded estimates, not quotes.
- Puppy price starts from a typical Australian range of $3,000 to $8,000. It is then adjusted for size (Toys usually cost a little more than Minis), colour (rare colours usually cost more) and your state.
- Setup gear allows about $350 for a bed, crate, lead, harness and bowls.
- First-year extras allow about $550 for final puppy vaccinations, council registration and puppy school.
- Yearly running costs include food ($700), vet check-ups and vaccinations ($400), flea, worm and heartworm prevention ($260), grooming ($90 at home or about $780 with a professional), pet insurance ($720 if you choose it) and toys and incidentals ($300).
Example results
| Example | Upfront | Each year after | Lifetime (14 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mini, common colour, Victoria, home grooming, no insurance | $4,550 | $1,750 | $29,600 |
| Toy, common colour, NSW, home grooming, insured | $5,280 | $2,470 | $40,410 |
| Toy, rare colour, NSW, professional grooming, insured | $6,100 | $3,160 | $50,890 |
What the calculator does not include
- Desexing, if your puppy is not already desexed (often several hundred dollars)
- Unexpected vet bills for accidents or illness
- Dental cleans as your dog gets older
- Boarding, pet sitting or doggy day care
- Extra training classes
For a closer look at these, read what a Cavoodle really costs each year.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Cavoodle cost in Australia?
Most Cavoodle puppies cost $3,000 to $8,000 from a reputable breeder, with the majority around $4,500 to $5,500. See our Cavoodle price guide for the full breakdown.
How much does a Cavoodle cost per year?
About $1,750 to $3,200 a year, depending mainly on grooming and pet insurance.
What is the lifetime cost of a Cavoodle?
Roughly $30,000 to $50,000 over a 14-year life, including the puppy.
Is a Toy or a Mini Cavoodle cheaper to own?
Minis are usually a few hundred dollars cheaper to buy. Toys eat slightly less, so yearly costs are very similar. Our Cavoodle size guide compares the two.
Why does my state change the price?
Prices vary with the number of breeders nearby. Victoria has many Cavoodle breeders, so prices tend to be a little lower, while states with fewer breeders, such as Tasmania and the Northern Territory, tend to be higher.