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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cavalier or Snap Dog or Barboncino Miniatura? Find the right dog for you

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Name Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Whippet Miniature Poodle
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Cavalier
Cavie
Cav
Snap Dog
English Whippet
Barboncino Miniatura
Barbone
Carniche Moyen
Pudle
Zwergpudel
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Miniature Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Miniature Poodle?
Small Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Whippet? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle weight comparison:
10-18 pounds (5-8 kg) 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) 15-17 pounds (7-8 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
14 pounds (6.5 kg) 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) 16 pounds (7.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Miniature Poodle? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle height comparison:
12-13 inches (30-33 cm) Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm) 11-15 inches (28-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
12.5 inches (31.5 cm) Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) 13 inches (33 cm)

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Miniature Poodle? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1500 $800-$1200 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Miniature Poodle?
Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Whippet 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.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle trainability comparison.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train.
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Whippet dogs are easy to train.
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Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Miniature Poodle?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Whippet dogs are average watchdogs.
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Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Miniature Poodle? 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.
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Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Miniature Poodle? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
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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Sensitive: Whippet 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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle?
High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Miniature Poodle 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 Whippet vs Miniature Poodle social needs comparison:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Miniature Poodle 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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The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home.
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Miniature Poodle 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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Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Miniature Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle playfulness comparison:
Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle?
Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal.
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Average to High: The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Miniature Poodle?
Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle breed.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle 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.
Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Miniature Poodle 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 Whippet or Miniature Poodle?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Miniature Poodle 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 Whippet vs Miniature Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Miniature Poodle?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Whippet bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Miniature Poodle bite force: Weak.
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 Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle mouthiness comparison:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Miniature Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Miniature Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Dry Eye
Episodic Falling Syndrome
Syringomyelia
Heart Murmurs
Hypothyroidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Heart Problems
Deafness
Vaccination Sensitivity
Drug Sensitivity
Arthritis
Kidney Issues
Addison's Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Epilepsy
Addison's Disease
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.
Average
The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Miniature Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet and Miniature Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle?
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 warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Miniature Poodle?
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. 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle 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.
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Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle coat comparison:
Feathered Fine
Short
Close in texture
Dense
Curly
Thick
Colors
What are the original Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet and Miniature Poodle color?
Tan
Tricolor
Blenheim
Ruby
Black
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Fawn
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Miniature Poodle? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle grooming comparison:
Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Miniature Poodle? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or {name3 shedding:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average.
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Whippet dogs are low shedders.
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Miniature Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Miniature Poodle?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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Hypoallergenic
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle?

High 🔼

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

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Poodle 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.
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The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Miniature Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle 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.
Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Miniature Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Miniature Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Miniature Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Miniature Poodle?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Miniature Poodle?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Miniature Poodle?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle?
Yes
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Miniature Poodle 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
Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Miniature Poodle 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.
Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.
Miniature Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Miniature Poodle? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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.

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 Whippet vs Miniature Poodle?

Not really

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

Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Miniature Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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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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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 Whippet vs Miniature Poodle 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.
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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Whippet and Miniature Poodle have?
3-5 puppies 4-8 puppies 2-8 puppies, average 5

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Miniature Poodle 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 1888 as a Hound breed. 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. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. 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
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
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
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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