Claytons' Cockapoos

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Dam (mother) - Xena
A white/buff parti, second
generation American Cockapoo.
Weighs 16 pounds

Sire (father) - Boone
A black and tan ("Phantom" markings),
second generation American Cockapoo.
Weighs 20 pounds

Welcome

Welcome to our website!  I am Debbie Clayton, and I'm very proud to be producing beautiful third generation CCA (Cockapoo Club of America) American Cockapoos! We live in the San Francisco Bay Area, and while we do not ship our pups, we live near three major metropolitan airports, enabling new famlilies to fly in and bring their new family member home with them!

December 2009 Update

If you have visited our site before, you may notice a few changes! After some wonderful litters of gorgeous pups, Morgan and Katy are enjoying their well-deserved retirement. Our new girl, Xena, had her first litter this past Summer, a terrific litter of 6 beautiful puppies! Xena will have another litter of pups next Summer.

The Puppies

About Our Breeding Program

I hope that the following information will be able to answer some questions you might have as you begin your search for your perfect puppy.

What can you tell me about the Cockapoo?

The Cockapoo originated as a hybrid between the Cocker Spaniel and the Poodle. They derive the most desirable characteristics from both breeds.  Like the Poodle, they have a beautiful, wavy, non-shedding, hypoallergenic coat and a very high level of intelligence.  Like the Cocker Spaniel, they have a warm, loving, patient, and forgiving temperament, a strong sense of loyalty, and a mellow disposition.  The Cockapoo is the perfect dog for people with allergy problems, for families with small children, and for those who wish to have an adoring companion whose goal in life is to make you happy.

Why breed beyond the "first generation"?

For many years, the Cockapoo has been considered a hybrid between two other breeds.  A Cockapoo produced by a Cocker Spaniel mother and a Poodle father, for instance, is considered a "first generation" Cockapoo.  When two "first generation" Cockapoos get together, their offspring are considered "second generation", and so on.  I am a member of a breeding group that would like to see the Cockapoo recognized as its own distinct breed.  Toward this end, we are breeding only the "cream of the crop" Cockapoos on out to the fourth generation, at which point we will be able to petition the AKC (American Kennel Club) to recognize our dogs for their own merit as a well respected breed.  We breed only dogs who pass very stringent physical and temperamental examinations.  We are also very careful to never allow a breeding between two dogs who are in any way related.  We check our meticulously kept records to ensure that our lines stay pure, strong and healthy. 

Why should I work with a CCA "Star Rated" breeder?

As a CCA Star Rated breeder, I have signed a Breeder Code of Ethics ensuring that my pups will be free from genetic defects that lesser breeding programs might produce.  My dogs, as well as their parents, grandparents, and great grandparents, are certified by the OFA (Orthopedic Foundation for Animals) to be free from orthopedic defects, and also certified by the CERF (Canine Eye Registration Foundation) to be free from inherited eye diseases.  By having my dogs tested and certified, I am taking an important step toward creating a very sound, strong purebred line of CCA American Cockapoos.  I am very proud of my dogs and the integrity of their breeding. Morgan and Boone are both second generation CCA American Cockapoos, and Katy is a first generation CCA American Cockapoo. My dogs have a very impressive lineage that dates back several generations to clear AKC proven miniature Poodles and Cocker Spaniels.  As a CCA Star Rated breeder, I am dedicated to producing the healthiest, happiest, most beautiful Cockapoos for you to love and cherish as valued members of your family. 

Why should I choose one of your Cockapoos for my family?

Aside from the important health and temperament information mentioned above, I have one word for you - socialization.  From the start, a pup's experiences shape their perception of the world.  If they are surrounded by kind, gentle, loving human contact from the beginning, they will grow up to be confident, happy dogs.  Our puppies are raised with lots of love and attention in my very active home.  They are introduced to the sounds and smells and affection of a happy household from the start, first by me, my husband, and our three kids, and, as they grow, by our very large extended group of family and friends.  They are born in our living room and welcomed into our family with open arms.  This is the best way to prepare them to be a member of your family.

Why do you keep referring to the dogs as "family members"?

Xena, Boone, Morgan, and Morgan's sister Abbey are our family members.  They live inside with us, eat with us, sleep with us, watch TV with us, snuggle with us, play with us, and are considered an integral part of our family.  It is very important to us that their puppies are raised in loving homes with similar accommodations. Dogs are "work" animals.  Labradors work by retrieving, shepherds by herding, and terriers by hunting.  Cockapoos are bred to be a companion dog.  That is their job.  Their sole purpose in life is to be your best friend.  Their warm, loving, steady temperament are a hallmark of their breed.  They want nothing more than to love you and to be loved in return.

Future Litters

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Contact: Debbie Clayton
Email: dtclayton@sbcglobal.net


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