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Name	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel	Cavador	Alpine Spaniel
Origins	England	United States	Switzerland Savoy
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Group	Companion Dogs	Designer Dogs	Extinct
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cavalier Cavie Cav	Cavadoor Cavadore	Alpenlandischer Spaniel Swiss Alpine Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Alpine Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Alpine Spaniel?	Small	Large Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Cavador? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel weight comparison:	10-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	20-50 pounds (9-23 kg)	88–100 pounds (40-45 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	14 pounds (6.5 kg)	35 pounds (16 kg)	94 pounds (42.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Alpine Spaniel? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel height comparison:	12-13 inches (30-33 cm)	19-24 inches (48-61 cm)	24-38 inches (60-96 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	21.5 inches (54.5 cm)	31 inches (78 cm)

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Alpine Spaniel? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1500	$500-$1000	Unavailable
Availability Which is easier to get, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Alpine Spaniel?	Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Average: The Cavador is a commonly available dog breed.	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Cavador dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Alpine Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel trainability comparison.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Cavador dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Alpine Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Alpine Spaniel?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Cavador dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Alpine Spaniel dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Alpine 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. See more.	Cavador dogs are average defenders. See more.	Alpine Spaniel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Alpine Spaniel? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Gentle Social Fearless Cheerful Quiet Nonaggressive Polite Graceful Sporty No tendency towards nervousness	Active Intelligent Friendly Social Lovely	Protective Loyal Territorial Brave
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. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel?	High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cavador dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Alpine Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel social needs comparison:	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Cavador dogs are a social breed. See more.	Alpine Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Cavador dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Alpine Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
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. See more.	Cavador 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. See more.	Alpine Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel playfulness comparison:	Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Cavador is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Alpine Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel?	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Cavador barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Alpine Spaniel is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Alpine Spaniel?	Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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 Cavador indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alpine Spaniel breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine 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.	Average: Cavador dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Alpine Spaniel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Alpine 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.	Cavador dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Alpine Spaniel dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Alpine Spaniel?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Cavador bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alpine Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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 Cavador has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Alpine Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel mouthiness comparison:	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Cavador dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Alpine Spaniel dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Cavadors are commonly healthy dogs.	The Alpine Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Mitral Valve Disease Dry Eye Episodic Falling Syndrome Syringomyelia	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Mitral Valve Disease	No data available
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.	Rare The Cavador should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Alpine Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavador and Alpine Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Cavador: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Alpine Spaniel: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Alpine Spaniel can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Alpine Spaniel? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine 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.	Cavador dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Alpine Spaniel dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Alpine Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need.	Cavador dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Alpine Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Alpine Spaniel?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Cavador dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Alpine Spaniel dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Alpine Spaniel?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine 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. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavador's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Alpine Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel coat comparison:	Feathered	Dense Straight Short Medium	Curly
Colors What are the original Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavador and Alpine Spaniel color?	Tan Tricolor Blenheim Ruby	Black Red Brown Yellow Golden	Tan Red Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Alpine Spaniel? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel grooming comparison:	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Cavador doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Alpine Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Alpine Spaniel? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or {name3 shedding:	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average. See more.	Cavador dogs shed moderately. See more.	Alpine Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Alpine Spaniel?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel?	High 🔼 The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Cavador has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Alpine Spaniel 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. See more.	The Cavador is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Alpine Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine 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.	Cavador dogs are generally with other pets.	Alpine Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Alpine Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Cavador dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Alpine Spaniel dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Alpine Spaniel?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Cavador dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Alpine Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Alpine Spaniel?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Cavador dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Alpine Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Alpine Spaniel?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Cavador dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Alpine 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 Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel?	Yes Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Cavador dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Alpine 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 Cavador is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Alpine 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.	Cavadors are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Alpine Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavador or Alpine Spaniel? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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 Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel?	Not really Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Cavador breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Alpine Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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 Cavador vs Alpine 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Cavador and Alpine Spaniel have?	3-5 puppies	4-10 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavador vs Alpine Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	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.	Not recognized by FCI.	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	Not recognized by any clubs.	No data available

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