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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cavalier or Japanese Spaniel or Continental Toy Spaniel? Find the right dog for you

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Name Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Japanese Chin Papillon
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Cavalier
Cavie
Cav
Japanese Spaniel
Chin
Continental Toy Spaniel
Epagneul Nain
Epagneul Nain Continental
Phalène
Squirrel Dog
Butterfly Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Papillon? Which is the smallest dog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Papillon?
Small Small Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Japanese Chin? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon weight comparison:
10-18 pounds (5-8 kg) 4-15 pounds (2-7 kg) Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
14 pounds (6.5 kg) 9.5 pounds (4.5 kg) Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Papillon? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon height comparison:
12-13 inches (30-33 cm) 7-11 inches (18-28 cm) Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
12.5 inches (31.5 cm) 9 inches (23 cm) Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Papillon? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1500 $300-$500 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Papillon?
Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Japanese Chin is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon trainability comparison.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train.
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Japanese Chin dogs are quite easy to train.
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Papillon dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Papillon?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Japanese Chin dogs are average watchdogs.
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Papillon dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Papillon? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Japanese Chin dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Papillon? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Japanese Chin dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon?
High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Japanese Chin dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon social needs comparison:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Japanese Chin dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Japanese Chin dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Japanese Chin dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon playfulness comparison:
Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Japanese Chins, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Papillon is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon?
Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Low: The Japanese Chin barks none to minimal.
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A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Papillon?
Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Chin breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Papillon indoors.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Japanese Chin dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Papillon?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Japanese Chin dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Papillon?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Japanese Chin bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Papillon bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Japanese Chin has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon mouthiness comparison:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Japanese Chin dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Japanese Chin is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Dry Eye
Episodic Falling Syndrome
Syringomyelia
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Entropion
Heart Disease
Collapsed Trachea
Open Fontanel
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Hypoglycemia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Japanese Chin should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon lifespan comparison. How long do Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Japanese Chin and Papillon breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Japanese Chin: 11 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Papillon? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon energy level comparison:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Japanese Chin dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Papillon? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need.
Japanese Chin dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Papillon?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Japanese Chin dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Papillon?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Japanese Chin has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon coat comparison:
Feathered Feathered Feathered
Colors
What are the original Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Japanese Chin and Papillon color?
Tan
Tricolor
Blenheim
Ruby
Black
White
Sable
Lemon
Black
Tan
Red
White
Sable
Lemon
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Papillon? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon grooming comparison:
Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Japanese Chin requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Papillon? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or {name3 shedding:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average.
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Japanese Chin dogs shed moderately.
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Papillon dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Papillon?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon?

High 🔼

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Japanese Chin has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Japanese Chin is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Japanese Chin dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Papillon? Which dog is more friendly?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Japanese Chin dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Papillon?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Japanese Chin dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Papillon?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Japanese Chin dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Papillon?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Japanese Chin dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon?
Yes
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Japanese Chin dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Japanese Chin is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Papillon is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Japanese Chins are not the best breed for elderly people.
Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Papillon? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon?

Not really

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Japanese Chin breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Japanese Chin and Papillon have?
3-5 puppies 1-3 puppies 2-4 puppies

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Papillon Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Japan Chin and Pekingese section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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