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Name	English Springer Spaniel	Chow Chow	Cavachon
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon breeds.	Springer Spaniel	Chowdren Chow	No data available
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

English Springer Spaniel vs Chow Chow vs Cavachon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Small Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg)	45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	Male: 15-35 pounds (7-16 kg), Female: 13-33 pounds (6-15 kg) 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 25 pounds (11.5 kg), Female: 23 pounds (10.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Springer Spaniel or Chow Chow or Cavachon? English Springer Spaniel vs Chow Chow vs Cavachon height comparison:	Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	12-13 inches (30-33 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm)	20 inches (51 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

English Springer Spaniel vs Chow Chow vs Cavachon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Find price differences between these breeds.	$700-$800	$600-$800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, English Springer Spaniel or Chow Chow or Cavachon?	Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Chow Chow is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Cavachon is easier than average to get.

English Springer Spaniel vs Chow Chow vs Cavachon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which breed ranks highest?	Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low: The Chow Chow is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Cavachon dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which is easiest to train?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Cavachon dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which breed is most alert?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Cavachon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which breed is most protective?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are average defenders. See more.	Cavachon dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Chow Chow vs Cavachon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon? Compare temperaments.	Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate Social Cheerful	Aloof Independent Protective Intelligent Loyal Quiet Detached	Happy Eager Easygoing Smart
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Cavachon dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Springer Spaniel vs Chow Chow vs Cavachon?	High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Chow Chow dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Cavachon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs English Springer Spaniel vs Chow Chow vs Cavachon social needs comparison:	English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Cavachon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Chow Chow dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Cavachon dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Chow Chow dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Cavachon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Chow Chow vs Cavachon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Chow Chow barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Cavachon barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which breed is most playful?	The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.	Chow Chows are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Cavachon is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the English Springer 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 Chow Chow indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Cavachon breed.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Chow Chow vs Cavachon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which breed is most flexible?	English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Chow Chow dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Cavachon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: English Springer Spaniel or Chow Chow or Cavachon?	English Springer Spaniel 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.	Chow Chow dogs handle alone time quite well.	Cavachon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

English Springer Spaniel vs Chow Chow vs Cavachon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Cavachon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which uses mouth most during play?	English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Chow Chow dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Cavachon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Chow Chow bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavachon bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

English Springer Spaniel vs Chow Chow vs Cavachon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which breed lives longest?	10-14 years The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Chow Chow: 14 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Cavachon: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which handles climate changes best?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Chow Chow can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which has fewer health issues?	English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.	The Chow Chow is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Cavachons are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Chow Chow should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Cavachon should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Springer Spaniel vs Chow Chow vs Cavachon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Springer Spaniel vs Chow Chow vs Cavachon health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Ear Infections Ectropion Retinal Dysplasia Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)	Hip Dysplasia Ectropion	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Patellar Luxation Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Syringomyelia Atopic Dermatitis

English Springer Spaniel vs Chow Chow vs Cavachon Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which breed is most active?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	Chow Chow dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Cavachon dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need English Springer Spaniel vs Chow Chow vs Cavachon exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Springer Spaniel or Chow Chow or Cavachon? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.	Chow Chow dogs exercise need is minimal.	Cavachon dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: English Springer Spaniel or Chow Chow or Cavachon?	English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	Chow Chow dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Cavachon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Chow Chow vs Cavachon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chow Chow's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavachon's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which needs most food?	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 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.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Chow Chow vs Cavachon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. What colors are available?	Black Tan White Liver	Black Red Blue Cream Cinnamon	Cream White Pied
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which requires most maintenance?	Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Cavachon requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which drools least?	The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chow Chow is an average drooler. See more.	The Cavachon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Cavachon has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Feathered	Rough	Feathered Curly
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which requires most frequent baths?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 English Springer Spaniel or Chow Chow or Cavachon? English Springer Spaniel or Chow Chow or {name3 shedding:	English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Chow Chow dogs shed above average. See more.	Cavachon dogs shed moderately. See more.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Chow Chow vs Cavachon Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which is best with kids?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Cavachon dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Chow Chow dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Cavachon dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Springer Spaniel or Chow Chow or Cavachon? Which dog is more friendly?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Cavachon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Springer Spaniel or Chow Chow or Cavachon?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Chow Chow dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Cavachon dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Springer Spaniel or Chow Chow or Cavachon?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not dog-friendly.	Cavachon dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Springer Spaniel vs Chow Chow vs Cavachon?	Yes English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Chow Chow dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Cavachon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Chow Chow is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Cavachon is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Chow Chows are not the best breed for elderly people.	Cavachons are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

English Springer Spaniel vs Chow Chow vs Cavachon As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which has best nose work ability?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which is best for SAR work?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chow Chow breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cavachon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which is best for draft work?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	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 service history of English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which has most military use?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

English Springer Spaniel vs Chow Chow vs Cavachon Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which has most puppies?	4-10 puppies	3-6 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

English Springer Spaniel vs Chow Chow vs Cavachon Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1903 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of English Springer Spaniel, Chow Chow, and Cavachon. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry 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	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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