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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cavalier or American Brown Spaniel or English Water Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Cavalier King Charles Spaniel American Water Spaniel English Water Spaniel
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Cavalier
Cavie
Cav
American Brown Spaniel
American Brown Water Spaniel
English Water Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or English Water Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or English Water Spaniel?
Small Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or American Water Spaniel? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel weight comparison:
10-18 pounds (5-8 kg) 25-45 pounds (11-20 kg) Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
14 pounds (6.5 kg) 35 pounds (15.5 kg) Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or English Water Spaniel? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel height comparison:
12-13 inches (30-33 cm) 15-18 inches (36-46 cm) Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
12.5 inches (31.5 cm) 16.5 inches (41 cm) Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm)

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or English Water Spaniel? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1500 $800-$1000 Unavailable
Availability
Which is easier to get, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or English Water Spaniel?
Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The American Water Spaniel is easier than average to get.
Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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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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Very smart: English Water Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel trainability comparison.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train.
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American Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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English Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or English Water Spaniel?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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American Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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English Water Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or English Water Spaniel? 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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American Water Spaniel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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English Water Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or English Water Spaniel? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Trainable
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
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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Sensitive: American Water Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel?
High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: American Water Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: English Water Spaniel 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 American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel social needs comparison:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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American Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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English Water Spaniel 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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American Water Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the English Water Spaniel 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?
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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American Water Spaniel dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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English Water Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel playfulness comparison:
Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The American Water Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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The English Water Spaniel is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel?
Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The American Water Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The English Water Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or English Water Spaniel?
Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the American Water Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the English Water Spaniel breed.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel 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.
American Water Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
English Water Spaniel 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 American Water Spaniel or English Water Spaniel?
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.
American Water Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
English Water Spaniel 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 American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or English Water Spaniel?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Water Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Water Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
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 American Water Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The American Water Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
English Water Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Dry Eye
Episodic Falling Syndrome
Syringomyelia
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Heart Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Distichiasis
Mitral Valve Disease
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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 American Water Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The English Water Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, American Water Spaniel and English Water Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of American Water Spaniel: 11 years
9-15 years
The average lifespan of English Water Spaniel: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel?
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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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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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or English Water Spaniel? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel 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.
American Water Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
English Water Spaniel dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or English Water Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need.
American Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
English Water Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or English Water Spaniel?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
American Water Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
English Water Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or English Water Spaniel?
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. 1.5 to 2.5 cups 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 American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel 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 American Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The English Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel coat comparison:
Feathered Curly Curly
Waterproof
Colors
What are the original Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, American Water Spaniel and English Water Spaniel color?
Tan
Tricolor
Blenheim
Ruby
Brown
Liver
Chocolate
Reddish
Dark Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or English Water Spaniel? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel grooming comparison:
Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The American Water Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or English Water Spaniel? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average.
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American Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal.
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English Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or English Water Spaniel?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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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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Hypoallergenic
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel 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 American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel?

High 🔼

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

Medium

The American Water Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The English Water Spaniel has an average 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 American Water Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The English Water Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel 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.
American Water Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
English Water Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or English Water Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
American Water Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
English Water Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or English Water Spaniel?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
American Water Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
English Water Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or English Water Spaniel?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
American Water Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
English Water Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or English Water Spaniel?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
American Water Spaniel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
English Water Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel?
Yes
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
American Water Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
English Water Spaniel 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
American Water Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
English Water Spaniel 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.
American Water Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
English Water Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel 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 American Water Spaniel or English Water Spaniel? 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 American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel?

Not really

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

American Water Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

English Water Spaniel breed usually likes 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 American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel 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 American Water Spaniel and English Water Spaniel have?
3-5 puppies 4-6 puppies 6-8 puppies

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs English Water Spaniel 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 1940 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
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
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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