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Schipperke vs German Spitz vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Spits or Deutscher Spitz or Cavalier? Find the right dog for you

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Name Schipperke German Spitz Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breeds.
Spits
Spitske
Spitzke
Deutscher Spitz Cavalier
Cavie
Cav
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Schipperke vs German Spitz vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small
Medium
Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges.
12-18 pounds (5.5-8 kg) Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 kg) 10-18 pounds (5-8 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
15 pounds (5.6.5 kg) Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg) 14 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Schipperke or German Spitz or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Schipperke vs German Spitz vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel height comparison:
10-13 inches (21-33 cm) Male: 19-23 inches (48-58 cm), Female: 15-19 inches (38-48 cm) 12-13 inches (30-33 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
11.5 inches (27 cm) Male: 21 inches (53 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm) 12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

Schipperke vs German Spitz vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$1000 $800-$1000 $1200-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Schipperke or German Spitz or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Frequent: The Schipperke is easier than average to get.
Average: The German Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.

Schipperke vs German Spitz vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: Schipperke is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: German Spitz is an excellent dog breed.
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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 Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which is easiest to train?
Schipperke dogs are quite easy to train.
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German Spitz dogs are easy to train.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which breed is most alert?
Schipperke dogs are average watchdogs.
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German Spitz dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which breed is most protective?
Schipperke dogs are average defenders.
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German Spitz 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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Schipperke vs German Spitz vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare temperaments.
Curious
Independent
Agile
Intelligent
Confident
Fearless
Faithful
Independent
Devoted
Lively
Attentive
Trainable
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?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: German Spitz 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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Schipperke vs German Spitz vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Average to High: Schipperke dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: German Spitz dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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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
Schipperke vs German Spitz vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel social needs comparison:
Schipperke dogs need for social interaction is average.
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German Spitz 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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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Schipperke dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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German Spitz dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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?
Schipperke dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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German Spitz 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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Schipperke vs German Spitz vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The Schipperke barks none to minimal.
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Average to High: The German Spitz is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which breed is most playful?
The Schipperke is a highly playful breed.
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The German Spitz is a playful breed.
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Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Schipperke breed in the home.
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 German Spitz indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed.

Schipperke vs German Spitz vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which breed is most flexible?
Schipperke dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: German Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Schipperke or German Spitz or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
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.

Schipperke vs German Spitz vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Low 🔽

The Schipperke has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The German Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Schipperke bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

German Spitz bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.

Schipperke vs German Spitz vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which breed lives longest?
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Schipperke: 14 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Spitz: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which handles climate changes best?
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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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 Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues?
The Schipperke is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
German Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Schipperke should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The German Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Schipperke vs German Spitz vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Schipperke vs German Spitz vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel health problems comparison:
No data available Luxating Patella
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Dental Problems
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Dry Eye
Episodic Falling Syndrome
Syringomyelia

Schipperke vs German Spitz vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which breed is most active?
Schipperke dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Spitz 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
Schipperke vs German Spitz vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Schipperke or German Spitz or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Schipperke dogs need a lot of exercises.
German Spitz 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: Schipperke or German Spitz or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Schipperke dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Spitz 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.

Schipperke vs German Spitz vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity?
High: The Schipperke breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Low to Average: The German Spitz has a low to the 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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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which needs most food?
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. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Schipperke vs German Spitz vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Blue
Cream
Brown
Apricot
Black
White
Orange
Tricolor
Tan
Tricolor
Blenheim
Ruby
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The Schipperke doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The German Spitz requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which drools least?
The Schipperke is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The German Spitz 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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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Schipperke has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fluffy
Soft
Thick
Dense
Straight
Feathered
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Schipperke or German Spitz or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Schipperke or German Spitz or {name3 shedding:
Schipperke dogs shed moderately.
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German Spitz dogs shed above average.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average.
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Schipperke vs German Spitz vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which is best with kids?
Schipperke dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
German Spitz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Schipperke dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
German Spitz dogs are generally with other pets.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Schipperke or German Spitz or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Schipperke dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Schipperke or German Spitz or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Schipperke dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Schipperke or German Spitz or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Schipperke dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
German Spitz 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: Schipperke vs German Spitz vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Yes
Schipperke dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Spitz 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
Schipperke is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
German Spitz 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?
Schipperkes are usually recommended for elderly people.
German Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Schipperke vs German Spitz vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

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

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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 Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a 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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. 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 Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. 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 Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

Schipperke breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

German Spitz 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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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. 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 Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. 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.

Schipperke vs German Spitz vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which has most puppies?
3-7 puppies 2-4 puppies 3-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. 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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Schipperke vs German Spitz vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Non-Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Schipperke, German Spitz, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which has most recognition?
No data available Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service
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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