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Poochon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Havanese Comparison - Dog breed selector: Poochon or Cavalier or Bichon Habanero? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese breeds.
No data available Cavalier
Cavie
Cav
Bichon Habanero
Bichon Havanais
Bichon Havanes
Havanese Cuban Bichon
Havaneser
Havanezer
Bichon Havanese
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese? Compare their breeding categories.
Cross Breed Purebred Purebred

Poochon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Havanese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese? Compare adult weight ranges.
6-15 pounds (3-7 kg) 10-18 pounds (5-8 kg) 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
9.5 pounds (4.5 kg) 14 pounds (6.5 kg) 10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Poochon or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Havanese? Poochon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Havanese height comparison:
10-15 inches (25-38 cm) 12-13 inches (30-33 cm) 8-11 inches (21-29 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
12.5 inches (31.5 cm) 12.5 inches (31.5 cm) 10 inches (25 cm)

Poochon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Havanese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $1200-$1500 $900-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Poochon or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Havanese?
Frequent: The Poochon is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.

Poochon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Havanese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Poochon 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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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which is easiest to train?
Poochon dogs are quite easy to train.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train.
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Havanese dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which breed is most alert?
Poochon dogs are average watchdogs.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Havanese dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which breed is most protective?
Poochon dogs are average defenders.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Poochon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Havanese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese? Compare temperaments.
Happy
Intelligent
Affectionate
Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness
Playful
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Poochon dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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: Poochon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Havanese?
High: Poochon 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: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Poochon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Havanese social needs comparison:
Poochon 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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Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Poochon dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Havanese 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?
Poochon 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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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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Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Poochon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Havanese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which breed is most vocal?
Average to High: The Poochon is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which breed is most playful?
The Poochon is a playful breed.
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Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Havanese is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Poochon breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.

Poochon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Havanese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which breed is most flexible?
Poochon 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.
Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Poochon or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Havanese?
Poochon 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.
Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Poochon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Havanese Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Poochon has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which uses mouth most during play?
Poochon 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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Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Poochon bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Havanese bite force: Weak.

Poochon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Havanese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Poochon: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which handles climate changes best?
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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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which has fewer health issues?
The Poochon 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 Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Poochon 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 Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poochon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Havanese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poochon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Havanese health problems comparison:
Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Allergies
Addison's Disease
Bladder Stones
Cushing's Syndrome
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Dry Eye
Episodic Falling Syndrome
Syringomyelia
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Chondrodysplasia
Elbow Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Liver Shunt

Poochon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Havanese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which breed is most active?
Poochon 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.
Havanese 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
Poochon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Havanese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Poochon or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Havanese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Poochon dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need.
Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Poochon or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Havanese?
Poochon 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.
Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Poochon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Havanese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poochon'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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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which needs most food?
1 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. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.

Poochon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Havanese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Cream
Grey
Apricot
Tan
Tricolor
Blenheim
Ruby
Black
White
Fawn
Reddish-Brown
Havana Brown
Tobacco
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The Poochon 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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Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which drools least?
The Poochon 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 Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Poochon has a low chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

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

Low 🔽

The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Wavy
Coarse
Feathered Soft
Wavy
Woolly
Flat
Long
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Poochon or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Havanese? Poochon or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
Poochon dogs shed none to minimal.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average.
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Havanese dogs shed none to minimal.
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Poochon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Havanese Good With Comparison

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

Poochon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Havanese As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Poochon 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

Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which has most military use?

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.

Poochon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Havanese Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which has most puppies?
2-4 puppies 3-5 puppies 1-9 puppies, average 4
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. What's recommended?

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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Poochon vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Havanese Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Poochon, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Havanese. Which has most recognition?
Not recognized by any clubs. 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
United Kennel Club
Havanese Club of America

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