Cockapoo Rescue Dogs & Puppies for Adoption in and around Derby
There are 4 Cockapoos looking for a new home in and around Derby right now, listed by Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue, Ashbourne Animal Welfare and Paws A While Shelter. Includes Cockapoos (Cocker Spaniel and Poodle crosses) and dogs listed as Cockerpoos or Spoodles. They are also on the poodles and doodles page.
All 4 are with rescues reachable from Derby, in places such as Ashbourne, Uttoxeter and Coalville. Each card shows the town and how far it is.
By listed age: 3 puppies and 1 adult.
Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.
3 Cockapoo puppies available in and around Derby
Twelve months old or under, listed by rescues and rehoming centres. Each one links to the rescue to apply.
Cockapoos near Derby right now
4 Cockapoos are listed in or around Derby today, with 3 rescues. By age: 3 puppies and 1 adult dog. All 3 are male. The newest was added on 5 November 2026.
- Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue at Uttoxeter, about 16 miles away: 2 Cockapoos
- Ashbourne Animal Welfare at Ashbourne, about 11 miles away: 1 Cockapoo
- Paws A While Shelter at Alrewas, about 18 miles away: 1 Cockapoo
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About Cockapoos
| What it is | A cross between a Cocker Spaniel and a Poodle, not a Royal Kennel Club breed |
|---|---|
| Exercise | Around 1 hour a day, plus daily mental stimulation |
| Grooming | Daily brushing, plus a professional groom every 6 to 8 weeks |
| Shedding | Varies, from very little to noticeable |
| Hypoallergenic? | No: coat type varies and no dog is fully allergy-friendly |
| Size | Medium (Dogs Trust: small to medium) |
| Life expectancy | 12 to 16 years (Dogs Trust: around 12 or more) |
What Cockapoos are like to live with
A Cockapoo is a cross between a Cocker Spaniel and a Poodle, as Dogs Trust puts it, not a breed. It isn't on The Royal Kennel Club's Breeds A to Z, so there is no breed standard and no breed page setting out its size or temperament. The Royal Kennel Club's guide to crossbreeds calls these "designer dogs" and says crossbreeds often have a mix of their parents' traits, and that it is often "difficult to predict what the puppies will look like or what their temperament will be". Any one Cockapoo can take after the Cocker, the Poodle, or both.
Cockapoos listed in and around Derby today
As of 8 November 2026, 4 Cockapoos are listed with rescues in and around Derby on LocalPetFinder: by their listed age, 3 puppies aged 12 months or under and 1 adult.
1 of them is listed as a cross, as the rescue describes it: Cockapoo Cross. Breed labels on rescue listings are often a best guess from looks.
The rescues mark 2 as able to live with children and 1 with other dogs. Where a profile says nothing, it doesn't mean no: ask the rescue.
Sources (checked 16 October 2026)
- Battersea: Cockapoo (Dogs Trust figures from its Poodle page, also in sources. A cross varies, so these are guides, not a standard.)
Read the full Cockapoo guide: health, temperament, costs and UK law →
Breed descriptions are general. Every rescue animal is an individual, so the rescue's own assessment of the animal comes first.
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Cockapoos in Derby: your questions
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How many rescue Cockapoos are available for adoption in Derby?
As of 8 November 2026, 4 Cockapoos are listed for adoption in and around Derby on LocalPetFinder, from Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue, Ashbourne Animal Welfare and Paws A While Shelter. All are with rescues reachable from Derby, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.
Which rescues near Derby have Cockapoos right now, and how old are they?
As of 8 November 2026, Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue (at Uttoxeter, about 16 miles away): 2, Ashbourne Animal Welfare (at Ashbourne, about 11 miles away): 1 and Paws A While Shelter (at Alrewas, about 18 miles away): 1. By age, that is 3 puppies and 1 adult dog. The newest was added on 5 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.
Where can I adopt a Cockapoo in Derby?
With the rescue that has the dog. Today the Cockapoos on this page are with Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue (2), Ashbourne Animal Welfare (1) and Paws A While Shelter (1). Open a profile and apply to that rescue: each one runs its own application, home check and adoption fee. We don't rehome animals ourselves.
Is a Cockapoo a breed?
No. A Cockapoo is a cross between a Cocker Spaniel and a Poodle, according to Dogs Trust, and it is not on The Royal Kennel Club's Breeds A to Z, so it has no breed standard. The Royal Kennel Club says crossbreeds often mix their parents' traits, so size, coat and temperament vary from dog to dog.
Are Cockapoos hypoallergenic?
No. Battersea says Cockapoos are "not hypoallergenic as coat type varies a lot and no dog is fully allergy-friendly". Doodle Trust says a puppy coat can change in adulthood. If someone at home has allergies, ask the rescue whether you can spend time with the adult dog first.
Are Cockapoos good with children?
It depends on the dog, not the breed. Today the rescues mark 2 of the 4 Cockapoos listed in and around Derby as able to live with children. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue what age of children the dog could live with.
How much does it cost to adopt a Cockapoo in Derby?
The Cockapoos listed in and around Derby today are with Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue at Uttoxeter, about 16 miles away (2), Ashbourne Animal Welfare at Ashbourne, about 11 miles away (1) and Paws A While Shelter at Alrewas, about 18 miles away (1); each profile shows that rescue's fee. Each rescue sets its own adoption fee. Dogs Trust charges £300 for a puppy or adult dog in England, Wales and Scotland, and Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over and £335 for dogs aged 1 to 7. The fee usually covers neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations, and each rescue confirms its own fee.
Are there Cockapoo puppies for sale in Derby?
No. We don't list animals for sale. Every Cockapoo on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. The 4 Cockapoos listed in and around Derby today are with Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue at Uttoxeter, about 16 miles away (2), Ashbourne Animal Welfare at Ashbourne, about 11 miles away (1) and Paws A While Shelter at Alrewas, about 18 miles away (1), and each rescue shows its own fee on the profile. For comparison, Dogs Trust £300, and Blue Cross puppies under six months start from £525. If you searched "cockapoo puppies for sale Derby", the Cockapoos here are the rescue route: you apply to the rescue and pay its adoption fee, not a sale price. In England, Lucy's Law has meant since 6 April 2020 that puppies under six months can't be sold by a third party such as a pet shop or dealer: you buy direct from the breeder or adopt from a rehoming centre.
Can I get a free Cockapoo to a good home in Derby, or one under £500?
Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Of the 4 Cockapoos listed in and around Derby today, each shows its rescue's fee on the profile; the nearest rescue is Ashbourne Animal Welfare at Ashbourne, about 11 miles away. Many rescue fees are under £500: Dogs Trust charges £300, and Blue Cross from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over. An animal offered "free to a good home" is usually a private advert rather than a rescue. All dogs in the UK must be microchipped by 8 weeks old, and in England, Wales and Scotland a dog can't pass to a new keeper until it is chipped, so ask to see the microchip details.
Are there Cockapoo puppies for adoption in Derby?
Yes: 3 puppies of the 4 listed in and around Derby are 12 months or under by their listed age.
Are there older Cockapoos for adoption in Derby?
Not right now: none of the 4 listed in and around Derby is aged 7 or over by its listed age. Older Cockapoos do come into rescue, so check back. Some rescues charge less for older dogs: Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over.
Is there a Cockapoo rescue near me in Derby?
As of 8 November 2026, the Cockapoos listed in and around Derby are with Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue at Uttoxeter, about 16 miles away (2), Ashbourne Animal Welfare at Ashbourne, about 11 miles away (1) and Paws A While Shelter at Alrewas, about 18 miles away (1). The nearest to Derby is Ashbourne Animal Welfare at Ashbourne, about 11 miles away. You can also see Cockapoos across England. To see what is closest to you, search by postcode with the pet finder on our home page. To hear when one is listed, set up an email alert on this page.
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