Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo Comparison – Which dog is better Cavalier or Pooshi?

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Name	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel	Shih-Poo
Origins	England	China Tibet
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Group	Companion Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Shih-Poo. What other names are these breeds known by?	Cavalier Cavie Cav	Pooshi Shoodle
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Shih-Poo. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Cross Breed

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Shih-Poo? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Shih-Poo. Which breed is heavier?	10-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	8-15 pounds (4-7 kg) 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	14 pounds (6.5 kg)	11.5 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo? Is a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel taller than a Shih-Poo?	12-13 inches (30-33 cm)	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	11.5 inches (29 cm)

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Shih-Poo. Which breed costs more?	$1200-$1500	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo?	Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Shih-Poo is easier than average to get.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Shih-Poo? 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 Shih-Poo dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Shih-Poo? Compare training requirements.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Shih-Poo? Compare alertness levels.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Shih-Poo? Compare territorial behaviors.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Shih-Poo. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Gentle Social Fearless Cheerful Quiet Nonaggressive Polite Graceful Sporty No tendency towards nervousness	Intelligent Loyal Sweet Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo?	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.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo?	High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Shih-Poo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo social needs comparison:	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shih-Poo 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 Shih-Poo?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo? 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.	Shih-Poo 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 Shih-Poo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Shih-Poo? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Shih-Poo rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Shih-Poo? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Shih-Poo is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Shih-Poo? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Shih-Poo breed.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Shih-Poo? Compare average lifespans.	10-14 years The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Shih-Poo: 15 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Shih-Poo? 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 Shih-Poo 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 Shih-Poo. Which breed is healthier?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Shih-Poo 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 Shih-Poo?	Frequent The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Shih-Poo 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 Shih-Poo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Mitral Valve Disease Dry Eye Episodic Falling Syndrome Syringomyelia	Heatstroke Dental Problems

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Shih-Poo? 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.	Shih-Poo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need.	Shih-Poo dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Shih-Poo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Shih-Poo? 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 to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shih-Poo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Shih-Poo? Compare daily food needs.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Shih-Poo? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Shih-Poo? Compare breed colors.	Tan Tricolor Blenheim Ruby	Black White Brown Brindle Various combinations
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Shih-Poo? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shih-Poo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Shih-Poo? Compare drooling amounts.	The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shih-Poo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Shih-Poo? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Shih-Poo has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Shih-Poo? Compare fur types.	Feathered	Curly Straight Curly & Straight
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Shih-Poo? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo? Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed more than Shih-Poo dogs?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Shih-Poo? Compare kid-friendliness.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Shih-Poo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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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.	Shih-Poo dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo? Which dog is more friendly?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Shih-Poo dogs are 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 Shih-Poo?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Shih-Poo 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 Shih-Poo? Can a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Shih-Poo be friends? Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs get along with Shih-Poo dogs?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Shih-Poo dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo?	Yes Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shih-Poo 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 Shih-Poo 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.	Shih-Poos are commonly okay with elderly people.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Shih-Poo? 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 Shih-Poo? 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 Shih-Poo? 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 Shih-Poo? 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 Shih-Poo? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shih-Poo 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 Shih-Poo? 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 Shih-Poo. 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 Shih-Poo Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Shih-Poo. Which has larger litters?	3-5 puppies	3-4 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Shih-Poo breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Shih-Poo. 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 Shih-Poo Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Shih-Poo. 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 Shih-Poo. 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 Shih-Poo. 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	Not recognized by any clubs.

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