Cavanese Information & Dog Breed Facts
Collection of all the general dog breed info about Cavanese so you can get to know the breed more.
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Origin | England Cuba |
Breed Classification
What type of dog breed is a Cavanese? Learn about its genetic classification and breeding category. | Cross Breed Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Havanese mix |
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Size Classification
What size category is a Cavanese? Learn how big the Cavanese breed typically grows. | Small |
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Weight Statistics
How much does a Cavanese weigh? Discover typical weight ranges for adult males and females of the Cavanese breed. | 10-18 pounds (5-8 kg) |
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Cavanese? | 14 pounds (6.5 kg) |
Height
How tall is the Cavanese? Cavanese height: | 12-13 inches (30-33 cm) |
Average Height
What is the average height of a Cavanese? | 12.5 inches (31.5 cm) |
Price Range
How much does a Cavanese puppy cost? Find current market prices and factors affecting Cavanese costs. | $1200-$1500 If you choose to purchase the Cavanese, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders’ sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Cavanese for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Cavanese gets to a happy place. |
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Availability
How easy is it to get a Cavanese? How many Cavanese are there in the world? | Very frequent: The Cavanese is quite easy to get. There is a risk of overbreeding, as it is an extremely popular breed. Inbreeding is common because of its popularity. A new study suggests that inbreeding contributes to the incidence of disease and health problems. So be careful, buy from a trustworthy place or kennel and seek the help of an experienced person, a professional, to make the right decision. |
Intelligence Rating
How intelligent is a Cavanese? Discover the Cavanese's intelligence ranking and learning capabilities. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. They understand and remember new commands after an average of 25-40 repetitions.
The Cavanese ranks average in the intelligence ranking of dogs. |
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Training Difficulty
How easy is it to train a Cavanese? Learn about the Cavanese's trainability and response to training methods. | Cavanese dogs are easy to train. They find out the association between commands and actions quite quickly. |
Watchdog Rating
How good is a Cavanese as a watchdog? Learn about the Cavanese's alertness and guarding instincts. | Cavanese dogs are average watchdogs. If they sense something different, they will alert you, but observation isn't considered their main job.
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Territorial Protection
Is a Cavanese protective of its territory? Learn about the Cavanese's guarding instincts and behavior. | Cavanese dogs are average defenders. Some dogs are very protective of their territory, while others easily let a stranger to trespass. This breed is not sure to defend its territory in every situation. |
Personality Traits
What personality does a Cavanese have? Learn about characteristic Cavanese temperament and behavior traits. | ActivePlayfulCourageousIntelligentFriendlyResponsiveAffectionateLivelyGentleSocialFearlessCompanionableCheerfulQuietNonaggressiveSturdyAmiablePoliteCharmingGracefulSportyNo tendency towards nervousness |
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Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Cavanese sensitivity: | Sensitive: Cavanese dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
This breed's emotional level reflects their owner's feelings and they don't handle punishments well. |
Affection Level
How affectionate are they? Is a Cavanese a good family dog? | High: Cavanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. They enjoy quality time with their owners despite the activity and are considered great therapy dogs for those in need. This breed responds strongly to their handler's emotions because they bond closely. Their happiness is your happiness. |
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Cavanese need? Cavanese social needs: | Cavanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. They desire to always be with someone or around people. This breed hates being left alone. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Cavanese to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Cavanese roam? | Cavanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. They have low to average wanderlust potential. Exploring the world is not the best activity they can imagine. |
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Cavanese have high prey drive? | Cavanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. Cats or any other small animals might be in danger. It's a natural instinct, doesn't necessarily mean that Cavanese dogs are aggressive. Better to keep this breed on a leash. |
Barking Frequency
Does a Cavanese bark a lot? Learn about typical Cavanese vocalization patterns and triggers. | Average: The Cavanese barks occasionally. They can change their barks depending on their emotional level and what they're trying to say. Different barks could mean the same and the same barks could have different meanings.
Top reasons for barking: protection, alarm, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking. |
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Playful Nature
How playful is a Cavanese? Understand the typical play drive and energy level of the Cavanese breed. | The Cavanese is a playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play. |
Apartment Adaptability
Can a Cavanese live in an apartment? Learn about the Cavanese's suitability for apartment living. | Very house-friendly dog the Cavanese breed. It's good if you have a small garden where he can go out and do his business, but it's not important at all. You can get enough exercise with one or two walks a day, so keeping them indoors shouldn't be a problem. |
Lifestyle Adaptability
How adaptable is a Cavanese to lifestyle changes? Learn about the Cavanese's flexibility to new situations. | Cavanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. They don't mind moving from one place to another with their owner. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Can a Cavanese be left alone? Learn about the Cavanese's tolerance to solitude. | Cavanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Bite Risk Assessment
What is a Cavanese biting potential? Learn about the Cavanese's bite risk factors. | Low 🔽 The Cavanese has a low chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.) |
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Mouthing Tendency
Is a Cavanese mouthy? Learn about the Cavanese's tendency to use mouth during play. | Cavanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Cavanese dogs need to be taught a good attitude. |
Bite Strength Rating
How strong is a Cavanese bite? Learn about the Cavanese's bite force measured in PSI. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavanese bite force: Weak. The Cavanese bite force is considered weak when compared to other dog breeds. The bite force Cavanese measurements usually fall below 200 PSI, making them one of the breeds with the weakest bite force. The bite force of a Cavanese may be weak, but it's important to remember that any dog's bite can still be dangerous if not managed properly. Despite the bite force of Cavanese being lower, it does not make them any less lovable or enjoyable as pets.
Cavanese bite wounds might not be as severe, but it is still essential to be cautious and prevent any biting incidents. They are usually not aggressive and very friendly towards children and other animals. To ensure a well-behaved dog, it's essential to learn how to train a Cavanese puppy not to bite from an early age. With proper training and socialization, a Cavanese can be a wonderful addition to any family, providing love and companionship for years to come. |
Average Lifespan
How long does a Cavanese live? Learn about the typical lifespan of the Cavanese breed. | 14-16 years The average lifespan of Cavanese: 15 years |
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Climate Tolerance
How well does a Cavanese handle different weather? Learn about the Cavanese's climate adaptability. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. Dogs with a double coat of fur have a layer of fur that insulates their skin and helps protect them from the cold and the heat. |
Health Concerns
What health issues are common in a Cavanese? Discover typical conditions affecting the Cavanese breed. | The Cavanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
Vet Care Frequency
How often does a Cavanese need vet visits? Learn about the Cavanese's veterinary care requirements. | Average The Cavanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian. |
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Cavanese breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Cavanese breed? Most common health risks of Cavanese: | CataractsHeart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes DiseasePatellar LuxationDeafnessChondrodysplasiaElbow DysplasiaMitral Valve DiseasePortosystemic Liver ShuntDry EyeEpisodic Falling SyndromeSyringomyelia |
Energy Rating
How energetic is a Cavanese? Understand daily activity needs of the Cavanese breed. | Cavanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does a Cavanese need? How much exercise do Cavanese dogs require per day?
Do Cavanese dogs need a lot of exercises? | Cavanese dogs exercise need is minimal. If you live a slow life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Cavanese breed need? | Cavanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Obesity Tendency
Is a Cavanese prone to weight gain? Learn about the Cavanese's obesity risks. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. More than one daily walk should be on schedule. To make your dog happy and fit, feed him with quality dry dog food and live an active life together. Try to find the happy medium between exercise and feeding.
If you notice any weight gain, consult your veterinarian and make a diet plan. Reduce unhealthy food and snacks, and measure the Cavanese weight regularly. |
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Food Consumption
How much food does a Cavanese need daily? Learn about the Cavanese's feeding requirements. | 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Allergy Friendliness
Is a Cavanese hypoallergenic? Learn about the Cavanese's suitability for allergy sufferers. | No Cavanese dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions. Some dog breeds are even considered to higher possibility of an allergic response. Coat type isn't necessarily relevant, because most people are allergic to dander (flakes on the dog's skin) or saliva, not actually to dog hair. |
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Coat Colors
What colors does a Cavanese come in? Discover all possible Cavanese color variations. | BlackTan White Fawn Tricolor BlenheimRubyReddish-BrownHavana BrownTobacco |
Grooming Requirements
How much grooming does a Cavanese need? Learn about Cavanese coat maintenance requirements. | Average: The Cavanese requires average grooming effort. Cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer isn't essential. Brushing the dog's coat is useful to reduce shedding. Ears and eyes should be cleaned regularly to avoid infections. Don't skip the seasonal flea treatment too. Dog nail trimming and dog bath can be helpful sometimes. Check the local pet store for dog grooming supplies and find the best dog shampoo to keep its coat healthy and give your dog a pleasant experience of a dog bath. If you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of your Cavanese, search for a dog groomer or clipping service in your area and book an appointment. Maybe you're lucky to have a dog boarding service that includes grooming or walk-in dog bath places nearby. |
Drooling Tendency
Does a Cavanese drool a lot? Learn about the Cavanese's drooling habits. | The Cavanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. If you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, the Cavanese could be a perfect choice for you. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem. Certain dog breeds drool minimum compared to others, just like the Cavanese.
If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible. |
Stinkiness Rating
Does a Cavanese smell bad? Learn about the Cavanese's natural odor levels. | High 🔼 The Cavanese has a high chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks. |
Coat Characteristics
What type of coat does a Cavanese have? Learn about the Cavanese's fur characteristics. | FeatheredSoftWavyWoollyFlatLong |
Bathing Needs
How often does a Cavanese need baths? Learn about the Cavanese's bathing requirements. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. It’s also a good time to look for unusual scratches, bumps, fleas, and other irregularities. When their hair is wet and flat against their body, these details are more visible.
For example, short-haired dog breeds can go a very long time in between baths. These short-haired breeds shed regularly and that shedding works to naturally remove excess dirt and oil. So unless your weenie dog got into the garbage can, you can probably hold off on a bath for a while. |
Shedding Level
How much do Cavanese dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Cavanese? Do Cavanese dogs shed a lot? | Cavanese dogs shed moderately. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. Regular brushing reduces the amount of hair that sheds. It mostly depends on their health status and breed type. |
Child Compatibility
Is a Cavanese good with children? Learn about the Cavanese's behavior around kids of different ages. | Cavanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. This breed enjoys being surrounded by children.
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Pet Compatibility
How well does a Cavanese get along with other pets? Discover the Cavanese's compatibility with other animals. | Cavanese dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Cavanese temperament with other people: | Cavanese dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
How well do Cavanese dogs get along with cats? Are they good with kittens? What is this fido's temperament with cats? Can they be good with cats? Can the Cavanese breed live with a cat? | Cavanese dogs are cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Is Cavanese good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Cavanese dogs get along with other dogs? | Cavanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. If you want more dogs in your family or you'd like to join dog meetups, the Cavanese can be a great choice. |
Good For First Time Owners
Is Cavanese breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Cavanese breed suitable for first-time owners? | Yes Cavanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Are Cavanese dogs good office canines? Do Cavanese dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs? | No Cavanese is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Cavanese dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Cavanese temperament with senior people? Are Cavanese dogs good for elderly owners? | Cavaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Service Dog Capability
Can a Cavanese be a service dog? Learn about the Cavanese's service work potential. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. A service dog is a term used in the USA to refer to any type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders, seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. Service dogs are protected under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).
Cavanese is not the best breed for service purposes. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Is a Cavanese good as a therapy dog? Learn about the Cavanese's therapy work aptitude. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. A therapy dog is a dog that might be trained to provide affection, comfort, and love to people in hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas, and people with anxiety disorders or autism.
Cavanese breed is a good choice for therapeutic purposes. |
Scent Detection Ability
Is a Cavanese good at detection work? Learn about the Cavanese's scenting abilities. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Cavanese is not the best breed for detection purposes. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Can a Cavanese do search and rescue? Learn about the Cavanese's SAR capabilities. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and locating missing people.
The Cavanese is not the best breed for SAR purposes. |
Maritime Work Ability
Is a Cavanese good on boats? Learn about the Cavanese's maritime capabilities. | Not really Cavanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo. Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages. They were typically used for three purposes: as a working dog, a watchdog, and as a companion. A boat dog is a term used to describe a type of dog that was traditionally bred and used as a working dog on boats. |
Draft Work Capability
Can a Cavanese pull carts? Learn about the Cavanese's drafting abilities. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. Dogs bred for this work have strong builds and qualities that are needed, strength and determination.
Cavanese is not the best breed for drafting purposes. |
Military Service Background
Was a Cavanese used in military service? Learn about the Cavanese's military history. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Puppy Litter Size
How many puppies does a Cavanese usually have? Learn about typical litter sizes. | 3-5 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
How long is a Cavanese pregnant? Learn about the Cavanese's gestation period. | 60-64 days Reproductive cycle of the female Cavanese: The first period called Proestrus lasts for about 9 days.
During this time the females start to attract males. You can notice by swelling vulva and bloody discharge. The second part is the Estrus when the female is receptive for the male. It lasts for about 3 to 11 days. The sign of the proestrus part is the soft and enlarged vulva. The discharge decreases and lightens in color. The third part is the Diestrus. Normally, it occurs around day 14. In this period the female’s discharge changes for vivid red and coming to its end. The vulva returns to average, and she will no longer permit mating. The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time frame between heat periods normally lasts about six months. |
Breeding Frequency
How often can a Cavanese have puppies? Learn about safe breeding intervals. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. It is very important not to buy a dog from a puppy mill, where the needs of the pups and their mothers are ignored. It's an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility, where puppies born several times a year. |
AKC Classification
What AKC group is a Cavanese in? Learn about the Cavanese's AKC classification. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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FCI Classification
What FCI group is a Cavanese in? Learn about the Cavanese's international classification. | Not recognized by FCI. |
Cavanese Pros and Cons
- Training Difficulty: Cavanese dogs are easy to train.
- Apartment Adaptability: Very house-friendly dog the Cavanese breed.
- Drooling Tendency: The Cavanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
- Impulse to Wander or Roam: Cavanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
- Lifestyle Adaptability: Cavanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
- Child Compatibility: Cavanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
- Cat Friendly: Cavanese dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
- Dog Friendly: Cavanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
- Senior Citizens Friendly: Cavaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
- Good For First Time Owners: Cavanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
- Therapy Work Suitability: This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
- Allergy Friendliness: Cavanese dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
- Stinkiness Rating: The Cavanese has a high chance of bad smell.
- Obesity Tendency: Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavanese's weight, he can easily gain weight.
- Alone Time Tolerance: Cavanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
- Office Friendly: Cavanese is not the best dog breed for office environment.