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Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Little Lion or Cavalier or Standard Schnoodle? Find the right dog for you

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Name Lowchen Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Schnoodle
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Little Lion
Little Lion Dog
Petit Chien Lion
Lowchen
Cavalier
Cavie
Cav
Standard Schnoodle
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Lowchen or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Schnoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Lowchen or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Schnoodle?
Small Small Large
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Lowchen or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle weight comparison:
Male: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 11-15 pounds (5-7 kg) 10-18 pounds (5-8 kg) 20-75 pounds (9-34 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 15.5 pounds (7 kg), Female: 13 pounds (6 kg) 14 pounds (6.5 kg) 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Lowchen or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Schnoodle? Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle height comparison:
Male: 13–15 inches (32–39 cm), Female: 12–15 inches (30–37 cm) 12-13 inches (30-33 cm) 10-15 inches (25-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) 12.5 inches (31.5 cm) 12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Lowchen or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Schnoodle? Which is more expensive?
$5000-$8000 $1200-$1500 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Lowchen or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Schnoodle?
Frequent: The Lowchen is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Average: The Schnoodle is a commonly available dog breed.

Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle intelligence:
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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Very smart: Schnoodle is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle trainability comparison.
Lowchen dogs are easy to train.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train.
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Schnoodle dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Lowchen or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Schnoodle?
Lowchen dogs are average watchdogs.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Schnoodle dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Lowchen or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Schnoodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Lowchen dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Schnoodle dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lowchen or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Schnoodle? Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Playful
Happy
Friendly
Familiar
Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness
Active
Playful
Protective
Intelligent
Loyal
Watchful
Smart
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Lowchen 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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle?
High: Lowchen 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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Average to High: Schnoodle dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle social needs comparison:
Lowchen 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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Schnoodle dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Lowchen 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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Schnoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Their prey drive is low.
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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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Schnoodle 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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Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle playfulness comparison:
Average: Lowchens, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Schnoodle is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle?
A lot: Lowchen is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Schnoodle rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Lowchen or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Schnoodle?
Very house-friendly dog the Lowchen breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles 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 Schnoodle indoors.

Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Lowchen 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.
Average: Schnoodle dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Lowchen or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Schnoodle?
Lowchen 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.
Schnoodle 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.

Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Lowchen or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Schnoodle?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Lowchen bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Schnoodle bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Lowchen has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle?
Lowchens tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Schnoodle 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: Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Dry Eye
Episodic Falling Syndrome
Syringomyelia
Cataracts
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Diabetes
Addison's Disease
Gastric Torsion
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Lowchen 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.
Average
The Schnoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Lowchen, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Schnoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Lowchen: 14 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Schnoodle: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle?
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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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 average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Lowchen or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Schnoodle? Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle energy level comparison:
Lowchen dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
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.
Schnoodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Lowchen or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Schnoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Lowchen dogs have an average exercise need.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need.
Schnoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Lowchen or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Schnoodle?
Lowchen dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Schnoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Lowchen or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Schnoodle?
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 4.5 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? Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Lowchen has an average risk for obesity.
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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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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Schnoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle coat comparison:
Dense
Silky
Wavy
Harsh
Feathered Wiry
Curly
Soft
Wavy
Colors
What are the original Lowchen, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Schnoodle color?
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Silver
Brown
Grey
Tan
Tricolor
Blenheim
Ruby
Black
Gray
White
Silver
Brown
Sable
Apricot
Black & Tan
Black & White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Lowchen or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Schnoodle? Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Schnoodle doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Lowchen or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Schnoodle? Lowchen or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
Lowchen dogs shed none to minimal.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average.
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Schnoodle dogs are low shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Lowchen or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Schnoodle?
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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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
Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle 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, Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle?

Low 🔽

The Lowchen has a low chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

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

Low 🔽

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

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

Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle 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: Lowchen or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Schnoodle? 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.

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: Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle?

Not really

Lowchen 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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Not really

Schnoodle 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.

Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle 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 Lowchen and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Schnoodle have?
3-6 puppies 3-5 puppies 3-6 puppies

Lowchen vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schnoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels 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
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
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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