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Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Apollo of Dogs or English Toy Terrier or Cavalier? Find the right dog for you

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Name Great Dane Manchester Terrier Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Apollo of Dogs
Deutsche Dogge
Gentle Giant
German Mastiff
Dane
English Toy Terrier
Black and Tan Manchester
Cavalier
Cavie
Cav
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Giant Small Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Manchester Terrier? Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel weight comparison:
Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg) Toy: 6-8 pounds (2.5-3.5 kg), Standard: 17-18 pounds (7.7-8 kg) 10-18 pounds (5-8 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg) Toy: 7 pounds (2.5-3.5 kg), Standard: 17.5 pounds (7.7.5 kg) 14 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel height comparison:
Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm) Toy: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Standard: 15-16 inches (39-40 cm) 12-13 inches (30-33 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm) Toy: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Standard: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm) 12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1200 $600-$1000 $1200-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Manchester Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.

Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel intelligence:
Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Manchester Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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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
Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel trainability comparison.
Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train.
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Manchester Terrier dogs are quite 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: Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Manchester Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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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 Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Manchester Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:
Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Devoted
Quiet
Discerning
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?
Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Manchester Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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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: Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Manchester Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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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
Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel social needs comparison:
Great Dane dogs are a social breed.
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Manchester Terrier 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?
Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Manchester Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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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?
Great Dane 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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Manchester Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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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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Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel playfulness comparison:
Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed.
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The Manchester Terrier is a 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: Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks.
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Average: The Manchester Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Manchester Terrier breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed.

Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Manchester Terrier 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: Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Great Dane 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.
Manchester Terrier 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.

Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Manchester Terrier 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 Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Manchester Terrier 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? Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel mouthiness comparison:
Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Manchester Terrier dogs have a lower than 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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Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Manchester Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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: Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Cancer
Bloat
Mitral Valve Disease
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Persistent Right Aortic Arch
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
No data available 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 Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Manchester Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) 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
Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Great Dane, Manchester Terrier and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Manchester Terrier: 15 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: Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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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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Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel energy level comparison:
Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.
Manchester Terrier 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
Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.
Manchester Terrier 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: Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.
Manchester Terrier 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.

Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 1/4 to 1 cup 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? Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Manchester Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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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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Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel coat comparison:
Dense Fine Feathered
Colors
What are the original Great Dane, Manchester Terrier and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel color?
Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Merle
Black
Tan
Tan
Tricolor
Blenheim
Ruby
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Manchester Terrier 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 Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Great Dane dogs shed moderately.
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Manchester Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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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: Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier 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, Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?

Medium

The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Manchester Terrier has an average 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 Great Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Manchester Terrier 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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Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Manchester Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other 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: Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Yes
Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Manchester Terrier 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?
No
Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Manchester Terrier 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?
Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.
Manchester Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier 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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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: Great Dane or Manchester Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? 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: Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?

Not really

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

Manchester Terrier breed usually doesn't like 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?

Yes

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

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

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.

Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier 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 Great Dane and Manchester Terrier and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel have?
10-15 puppies 2-4 puppies 3-5 puppies

Great Dane vs Manchester Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Terrier & Toy 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers 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 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
No data available 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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