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Cavachon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Border Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cavachon or Cavalier or Borders? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier breeds.
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Cavie
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Borders
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier? Compare their breeding categories.
Cross Breed Purebred Purebred

Cavachon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Border Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which breed is the largest?
Small
Medium
Small Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 15-35 pounds (7-16 kg), Female: 13-33 pounds (6-15 kg)
7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
10-18 pounds (5-8 kg) Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 25 pounds (11.5 kg), Female: 23 pounds (10.5 kg) 14 pounds (6.5 kg) Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Cavachon or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Border Terrier? Cavachon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Border Terrier height comparison:
12-13 inches (30-33 cm) 12-13 inches (30-33 cm) Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
12.5 inches (31.5 cm) 12.5 inches (31.5 cm) Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)

Cavachon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Border Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $1200-$1500 $1200-$1400
Availability
Which is easier to get, Cavachon or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Border Terrier?
Frequent: The Cavachon is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get.

Cavachon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Border Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Cavachon dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which is easiest to train?
Cavachon dogs are quite easy to train.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train.
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Border Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most alert?
Cavachon dogs are average watchdogs.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most protective?
Cavachon dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Cavachon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Border Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier? Compare temperaments.
Happy
Eager
Easygoing
Smart
Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Obedient
Outright
Tempered
Fearless
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Cavachon dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Border Terrier 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: Cavachon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Border Terrier?
High: Cavachon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Cavachon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Border Terrier social needs comparison:
Cavachon dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Cavachon dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Cavachon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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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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Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Cavachon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Border Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Cavachon barks occasionally.
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Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most playful?
The Cavachon is a playful breed.
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Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Cavachon breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier breed.

Cavachon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Border Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most flexible?
Cavachon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Border Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Cavachon or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Border Terrier?
Cavachon 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 dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Cavachon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Border Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Cavachon has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which uses mouth most during play?
Cavachon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavachon bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Border Terrier bite force: Weak.

Cavachon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Border Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which breed lives longest?
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Cavachon: 12 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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 cold weather conditions
The Border Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which has fewer health issues?
Cavachons are commonly healthy dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Border Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Cavachon should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Border Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cavachon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Border Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavachon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Border Terrier health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Syringomyelia
Atopic Dermatitis
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Dry Eye
Episodic Falling Syndrome
Syringomyelia
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Cryptorchidism
Seizures
Malocclusions
Pulmonic Stenosis

Cavachon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Border Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most active?
Cavachon dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
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.
Border Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Cavachon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Border Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cavachon or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Border Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Cavachon dogs have an average exercise need.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need.
Border Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Cavachon or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Border Terrier?
Cavachon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Border Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Cavachon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Border Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavachon's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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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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High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which needs most food?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Cavachon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Border Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. What colors are available?
Cream
White
Pied
Tan
Tricolor
Blenheim
Ruby
Tan
Red
Blue
Grizzle
Wheaten
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Cavachon requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which drools least?
The Cavachon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Cavachon has a low chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

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

Medium

The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered
Curly
Feathered Rough
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Cavachon or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Border Terrier? Cavachon or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
Cavachon dogs shed moderately.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average.
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Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Cavachon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Border Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which is best with kids?
Cavachon dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Border Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Cavachon dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Border Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Cavachon or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Border Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Cavachon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Border Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Cavachon or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Border Terrier?
Cavachon dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Border Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Cavachon or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Border Terrier?
Cavachon dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Border Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cavachon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Border Terrier?
Yes
Cavachon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Border Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Cavachon is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Border Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Cavachons are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Border Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Cavachon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Border Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

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

Border Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which has most military use?

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.

Cavachon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Border Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which has most puppies?
2-5 puppies 3-5 puppies 2-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. What's recommended?

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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Cavachon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Border Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Cavachon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Border Terrier. Which has most recognition?
Not recognized by any clubs. 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
United Kennel Club
Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc.
Club Espanol De Terriers

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