Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Comparison – Which dog is better Cavalier or Mini Aussie?

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Name	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel	Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origins	England	United States
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Group	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Miniature Australian Shepherd. What other names are these breeds known by?	Cavalier Cavie Cav	Mini Aussie Mini Aussie Shepherd Mini Australian Shepherd Miniature Aussie Shepherd North American Shepherd North American Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Miniature Australian Shepherd. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which breed is heavier?	10-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	20–40 pounds (9-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	14 pounds (6.5 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Is a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel taller than a Miniature Australian Shepherd?	12-13 inches (30-33 cm)	13–18 inches (33-46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which breed costs more?	$1200-$1500	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare training requirements.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare alertness levels.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare territorial behaviors.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Miniature Australian Shepherd. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Gentle Social Fearless Cheerful Quiet Nonaggressive Polite Graceful Sporty No tendency towards nervousness	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Sensitive: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Miniature Australian Shepherd 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd?	High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd? 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.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare living space needs.	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 Miniature Australian Shepherd indoors.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare adaptability levels.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature Australian Shepherd 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd?	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.	Miniature Australian Shepherd 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Miniature Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare average lifespans.	10-14 years The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Miniature Australian Shepherd: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare climate tolerances.	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 average to cold weather conditions The Miniature Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which breed is healthier?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Frequent The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Miniature Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Mitral Valve Disease Dry Eye Episodic Falling Syndrome Syringomyelia	Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Juvenile Cataracts Iris Coloboma

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare activity levels.	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.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare obesity risks.	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: The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare daily food needs.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare breed colors.	Tan Tricolor Blenheim Ruby	Red Red Merle White & Black & Tan Blue Merle
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare drooling amounts.	The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare fur types.	Feathered	Feathered
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed more than Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare kid-friendliness.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Miniature Australian Shepherd 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd? Can a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Miniature Australian Shepherd be friends? Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs get along with Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Yes Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Australian Shepherd 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd 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.	Miniature Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which has stronger military background?	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 Miniature Australian Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which has larger litters?	3-5 puppies	2-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Miniature Australian Shepherd breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which is more widely recognized?	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	America's Pet Registry American Canine Association, Inc.

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