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Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Finnish Hunting Dog or English Beagle or Cavalier? Find the right dog for you

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Name Finnish Spitz Beagle Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
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Other Names
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Finnish Hunting Dog
Finnish Spets
Finsk Spets
Loulou Finois
Suomalainen Pystykorva
Suomenpystykorva
Barking Bird Dog
English Beagle Cavalier
Cavie
Cav
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Medium Small Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Beagle? Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel weight comparison:
31-35 pounds (14-16 kg) Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg) 10-18 pounds (5-8 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
33 pounds (15 kg) Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg) 14 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel height comparison:
15-20 inches (38-51 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) 12-13 inches (30-33 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
17.5 inches (44.5 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) 12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which is more expensive?
$500-$700 $500-$800 $1200-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Frequent: The Finnish Spitz is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.

Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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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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Trainability
Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel trainability comparison.
Finnish Spitz dogs are easy to train.
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Beagle dogs are easy to train.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Finnish Spitz dogs are average watchdogs.
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Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Finnish Spitz dogs are average defenders.
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Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Independent
Happy
Intelligent
Loyal
Vocal
Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Finnish Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
High: Finnish Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel social needs comparison:
Finnish Spitz dogs are a social breed.
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Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Spitz is strong enough to escape from home.
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Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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?
Finnish Spitz 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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Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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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Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel playfulness comparison:
The Finnish Spitz is a playful breed.
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The Beagle is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
A lot: Finnish Spitz is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Finnish Spitz breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed.

Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Finnish Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Finnish Spitz 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.
Beagle 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 dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Finnish Spitz bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Beagle bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Finnish Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Finnish Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.
The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel health problems comparison:
Eye Problems
Joint Problems
Epilepsy
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Beagle Dwarfism
Chinese Beagle Syndrome
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Dry Eye
Episodic Falling Syndrome
Syringomyelia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Finnish Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Finnish Spitz, Beagle and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Finnish Spitz: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Prefers cold weather
The Finnish Spitz can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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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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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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Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 0.5 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Finnish Spitz has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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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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Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel coat comparison:
Dense
Thick
Double
Dense Feathered
Colors
What are the original Finnish Spitz, Beagle and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel color?
Red
Gold
Black
Tan
Red
White
Tricolor
Tan
Tricolor
Blenheim
Ruby
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel grooming comparison:
Average: The Finnish Spitz requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Finnish Spitz or Beagle or {name3 shedding:
Finnish Spitz dogs shed moderately.
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Beagle dogs shed moderately.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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Hypoallergenic
Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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, Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?

Medium

The Finnish Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Finnish Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Finnish Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Finnish Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Finnish Spitz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Finnish Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Finnish Spitz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Yes
Finnish Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
Yes
Finnish Spitz is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Finnish Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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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Yes

This breed makes good 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: Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which is better for autism?

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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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.

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.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

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: Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?

Not really

Finnish Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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.

Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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 Finnish Spitz and Beagle and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel have?
3-6 puppies 2-14 puppies, average 7 3-5 puppies

Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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

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