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Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug Comparison - Dog breed selector: Australian Silky Terrier or Cavalier or Carlin? Find the right dog for you

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Name Silky Terrier Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Pug
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Australian Silky Terrier
Sydney Silky
Cavalier
Cavie
Cav
Carlin
Chinese Pug
Dutch Bulldog
Dutch Mastiff
Mini Mastiff
Mops
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pug? Which is the smallest dog, Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pug?
Small Small Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug weight comparison:
8-11 pounds (4-5 kg) 10-18 pounds (5-8 kg) Male: 13-20 pounds (6-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
9.5 pounds (4.5 kg) 14 pounds (6.5 kg) Male: 16.5 pounds (7.5 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pug? Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug height comparison:
9-10 inches (23-25 cm) 12-13 inches (30-33 cm) Male: 12-14 inches (30-36 cm), Female: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
9.5 inches (24 cm) 12.5 inches (31.5 cm) Male: 13 inches (33 cm), Female: 11 inches (27.5 cm)

Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pug? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $1200-$1500 $300-$500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pug?
Frequent: The Silky Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Pug is quite easy to get.

Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug intelligence:
Smart: The Silky Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug trainability comparison.
Silky Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pug?
Silky Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Pug dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pug? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Silky 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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Pug dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pug? Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive
Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Cheerful
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: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Pug dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug?
High: Silky 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: Pug dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug social needs comparison:
Silky Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Pug dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Silky Terrier 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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Pug 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?
Silky Terrier 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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Pug 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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Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug playfulness comparison:
The Silky Terrier is a playful breed.
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Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Pugs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug?
Average: The Silky Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The Pug barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pug?
Very house-friendly dog the Silky Terrier breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Pug breed.

Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Silky Terrier 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.
Pug dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pug?
Silky Terrier 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.
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.
Pug dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pug?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Silky Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Silky Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug health comparison. Which is the healthier: Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug?
The Silky 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.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug health problems comparison:
Collapsed Trachea
Legg-perthes Disease
Epilepsy
Diabetes
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Dry Eye
Episodic Falling Syndrome
Syringomyelia
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Entropion
Vaccination Sensitivity
Demodectic Mange
Distichiasis
Corneal Ulcers
Dry Eye
Hemi-vertebrae
Cheyletiella Dermatitis
Nerve Degeneration
Proptosis
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Staphylococcus Infection
Yeast Infection
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Silky 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.
Rare
The Pug should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug lifespan comparison. How long do Silky Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Pug breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Silky Terrier: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Pug: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug?
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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pug? Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug energy level comparison:
Silky Terrier 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.
Pug 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
Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pug? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Silky Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need.
Pug dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pug?
Silky Terrier 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.
Pug dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pug?
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. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Silky Terrier 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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High: The Pug breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug coat comparison:
Silky
Straight
Glossy
Feathered Fine
Colors
What are the original Silky Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Pug color?
Black
Gray
Tan
Blue
Cream
Silver
Fawn
Tricolor
Platinum
Tan
Tricolor
Blenheim
Ruby
Black
Fawn
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pug? Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Silky Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Pug requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pug? Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
Silky Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average.
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Pug dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pug?
2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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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
Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug 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, Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug?

Medium

The Silky Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

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

High 🔼

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

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Silky Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Pug dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pug? Which dog is more friendly?
Silky Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Pug dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pug?
Silky Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pug dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pug?
Silky Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Pug dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pug?
Silky Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Pug dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug?
Yes
Silky 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.
No
Pug dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Silky 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
Pug is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Silky Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Pugs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug 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: Silky Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pug? 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: Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug?

Not really

Silky 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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Not really

Pug 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.

Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug 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 Silky Terrier and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Pug have?
3-5 puppies 3-5 puppies 2-4 puppies

Silky Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pug Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section. 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 Small Molossian type Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers
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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