Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever Comparison – Which dog is better Cavalier or Lab?

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Name	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel	Labrador Retriever
Origins	England	England Canada
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Group	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	19	1
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cavalier Cavie Cav	Lab Labrador
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Labrador Retriever? Is the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bigger than the Labrador Retriever breed? Is a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel smaller than a Labrador Retriever?	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Labrador Retriever? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:	10-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	14 pounds (6.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Labrador Retriever? Is a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel taller than a Labrador Retriever?	12-13 inches (30-33 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Labrador Retriever? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Labrador Retriever?	$1200-$1500	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Labrador Retriever?	Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Labrador Retriever smarter? Which is best? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Trainability Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever trainability comparison. What's the difference between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Labrador Retriever?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Labrador Retriever? 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.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Labrador Retriever? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Gentle Social Fearless Cheerful Quiet Nonaggressive Polite Graceful Sporty No tendency towards nervousness	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever?	Sensitive: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever?	High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever? 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.	Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:	Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever?	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. 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 Labrador Retriever?	Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever 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.	Labrador Retriever 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 Labrador Retriever?	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.	Labrador Retriever 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 Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Mitral Valve Disease Dry Eye Episodic Falling Syndrome Syringomyelia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever?	Frequent The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Labrador Retriever?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever?	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.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Labrador Retriever? Does the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed eat more than the Labrador Retriever breed?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 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 Labrador Retriever 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.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:	Feathered	Dense Waterproof Hard Short
Colors What are the original Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Labrador Retriever color? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever color comparison:	Tan Tricolor Blenheim Ruby	Black Yellow Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Labrador Retriever? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Labrador Retriever? Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed more than Labrador Retriever dogs?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average. See more.	Labrador Retriever 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 Labrador Retriever?	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 Labrador Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Labrador Retriever?	High 🔼 The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever?	The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever 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.	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very 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 Labrador Retriever?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Labrador Retriever?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Labrador Retriever? Can a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Labrador Retriever be friends? Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs get along with Labrador Retriever dogs?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever?	Yes Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labrador Retriever 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 Labrador Retriever 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.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Labrador Retriever? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever?	Not really Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes 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.
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.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Labrador Retriever have? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever litter size comparison:	3-5 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever 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 1917 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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