Unfortunately, the American Gointer is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Cavapoos are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Loyal
Outright
Tempered
Kind
Trustworthy
Amiable

Gentle
Loving
Intelligent

American Gointers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Cavapoos are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
International Designer Canine Registry

While the American Gointer breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The Cavapoo breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

American Gointer has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Cavapoo has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

American Gointers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Cavapoos need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

American Gointers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Cavapoos sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

American Gointer dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Cavapoos bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Playing, Swimming, Walk, SupSerf

Walking, Fetch, Go to Beach, Fish pole, Running, Playing fetch, Trick training, Cuddles, Dog Parks, Going for walks, Tug of war, Cuddling, Hike, Tug-of-war, Catch treats, Chase, Going on drives, Swimming, Ball play, Fetching ball, Frisbee, Run, Light jogging, Walk, Nap, Play, Hide & Seek

The American Gointer has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Cavapoos require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

American Gointers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

American Gointers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Cavapoos make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

American Gointers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Cavapoos have an average level of friendliness towards children.

American Gointers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Cavapoos are highly friendly around strangers.

American Gointers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Cavapoos have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.