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

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Common Names & Aliases
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Cavalier
Cavie
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, and Cavachon? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Cross Breed Cross Breed

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavapoo vs Cavachon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, and Cavachon. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small
Medium
Small
Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, and Cavachon? Compare adult weight ranges.
10-18 pounds (5-8 kg) 12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg) Male: 15-35 pounds (7-16 kg), Female: 13-33 pounds (6-15 kg)
7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
14 pounds (6.5 kg) 18 pounds (5.7.5 kg) Male: 25 pounds (11.5 kg), Female: 23 pounds (10.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavapoo or Cavachon? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavapoo vs Cavachon height comparison:
12-13 inches (30-33 cm) 11-18 inches (28-45 cm) 12-13 inches (30-33 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
12.5 inches (31.5 cm) 14.5 inches (36.5 cm) 12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavapoo vs Cavachon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, and Cavachon. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1200-$1500 $1200-$1800 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavapoo or Cavachon?
Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Frequent: The Cavachon is easier than average to get.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavapoo vs Cavachon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, and Cavachon? Compare temperaments.
Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness
Loving
Intelligent
Gentle
Happy
Eager
Easygoing
Smart
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Cavachon dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavapoo vs Cavachon?
High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Cavapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Cavachon 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 Cavapoo vs Cavachon social needs comparison:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Cavapoo dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Cavachon 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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Cavapoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Cavachon dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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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Cavapoo 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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Cavachon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavapoo vs Cavachon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavapoo vs Cavachon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, and Cavachon. Which breed is most flexible?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Cavapoo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Cavachon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavapoo or Cavachon?
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.
Cavapoo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
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 vs Cavapoo vs Cavachon Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Cavapoo has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavapoo bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavachon bite force: Weak.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavapoo vs Cavachon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, and Cavachon. Which breed lives longest?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Cavapoo: 12 years
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Cavachon: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, and Cavachon. Which handles climate changes best?
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 Cavapoo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, and Cavachon. Which has fewer health issues?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Very healthy dog breed.
Cavachons are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
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 Cavapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Cavachon should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavapoo vs Cavachon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavapoo vs Cavachon health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Dry Eye
Episodic Falling Syndrome
Syringomyelia
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Syringomyelia
Atopic Dermatitis

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavapoo vs Cavachon Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavapoo vs Cavachon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, and Cavachon. Which is most prone to obesity?
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 to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavachon's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, and Cavachon. Which needs most food?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 0.5 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.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavapoo vs Cavachon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

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

High 🔼

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

Medium

The Cavapoo has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Cavachon has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, and Cavachon. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered Curly
Wavy
Straight
Feathered
Curly
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, and Cavachon. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavapoo or Cavachon? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavapoo or {name3 shedding:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average.
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Cavapoo dogs shed moderately.
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Cavachon dogs shed moderately.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavapoo vs Cavachon Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, and Cavachon. Which is best with kids?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cavapoo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Cavachon dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Cavapoo dogs are generally with other pets.
Cavachon dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavapoo or Cavachon? Which dog is more friendly?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cavapoo dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cavachon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavapoo or Cavachon?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Cavapoo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Cavachon dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavapoo or Cavachon?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Cavapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Cavachon 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 Cavapoo vs Cavachon?
Yes
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Cavapoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Cavachon 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
Cavapoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Cavachon 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.
Cavapoos are commonly okay with elderly people.
Cavachons are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavapoo vs Cavachon As a Working Dog Comparison

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

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, and Cavachon. 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, and Cavachon. 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, and Cavachon. 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, and Cavachon. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Cavapoo breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Cavachon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, and Cavachon. 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, and Cavachon. 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.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cavapoo vs Cavachon Reproducibility Comparison

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

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, and Cavachon. How are they classified?
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 Classification
Compare FCI groups for Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, and Cavachon. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels section. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, and Cavachon. Which has most recognition?
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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
International Designer Canine Registry
Not recognized by any clubs.

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