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Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Parson or Cavalier or English Beagle? Find the right dog for you

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Name Parson Russell Terrier Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Beagle
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Parson
Parson Jack Russell Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Cavalier
Cavie
Cav
English Beagle
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Parson Russell Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Beagle? Which is the smallest dog, Parson Russell Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Beagle?
Medium Small Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Parson Russell Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle weight comparison:
14-18 pounds (6-8 kg) 10-18 pounds (5-8 kg) Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
16 pounds (7 kg) 14 pounds (6.5 kg) Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Parson Russell Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Beagle? Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle height comparison:
12-14 inches (31-36 cm) 12-13 inches (30-33 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
13 inches (33.5 cm) 12.5 inches (31.5 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Parson Russell Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Beagle? Which is more expensive?
$400-$600 $1200-$1500 $500-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Parson Russell Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Beagle?
Frequent: The Parson Russell Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.

Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle 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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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle trainability comparison.
Parson Russell 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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Beagle dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Parson Russell Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Beagle?
Parson Russell Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Parson Russell Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Beagle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Parson Russell 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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Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Parson Russell Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Beagle? Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle behavior/temperament comparison:
Happy
Energetic
Intelligent
Obedient
Bold
Eager
Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness
Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Parson Russell 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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle?
High: Parson Russell Terrier 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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High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle social needs comparison:
Parson Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Beagle 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 Parson Russell 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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Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Parson Russell Terrier 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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Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle playfulness comparison:
The Parson Russell Terrier 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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The Beagle is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle?
A lot: Parson Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally.
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A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Parson Russell Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Beagle?
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 Parson Russell Terrier indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.

Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Parson Russell 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.
Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Parson Russell Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Beagle?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
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.
Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Parson Russell Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Beagle?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Parson Russell Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Parson Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle?
The Parson Russell Terrier 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.
The Beagle 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: Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Dry Eye
Episodic Falling Syndrome
Syringomyelia
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Beagle Dwarfism
Chinese Beagle Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Parson Russell Terrier 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.
Average
The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle lifespan comparison. How long do Parson Russell Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Beagle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Parson Russell Terrier: 14 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Parson Russell Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Parson Russell Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Beagle?
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. 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle weight gain potential comparison:
Low: The Parson Russell Terrier has good luck with genetics.
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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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High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle coat comparison:
Rough Feathered Dense
Colors
What are the original Parson Russell Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Beagle color?
Black
Tan
White
Brown
Tan
Tricolor
Blenheim
Ruby
Black
Tan
Red
White
Tricolor
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Parson Russell Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Beagle? Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Parson Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Parson Russell Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Beagle? Parson Russell Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
Parson Russell Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average.
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Beagle dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Parson Russell Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Beagle?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle 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, Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle?

Medium

The Parson Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

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

High 🔼

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

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

Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle 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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Parson Russell Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Beagle? 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle?

Not really

Parson Russell 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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Yes

Beagle breed usually likes 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.

Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle 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 Parson Russell Terrier and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Beagle have?
4-8 puppies 3-5 puppies 2-14 puppies, average 7

Parson Russell Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Beagle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1997 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
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. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
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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