Differences and Similarities between the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

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Cavachon Versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Cavachon and for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Cavachon or the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Cavachon versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: Overview

Both the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel are similar in size. The Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel are both small-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Cavachon belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

Cavachon versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cavachon to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Factor Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 9 to 15 years
Height 12 to 13 inches 12 to 13 inches at the shoulder
Weight 15 to 35 pounds 13 to 18 pounds
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 5/5
Easygoing 1/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 12.0 years
Average Price $2070 $2440
Price Range $1699 – $2500 $1800 – $3000
Temperament Score 85.5 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination;
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cavachon in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for a Cavachon is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is 91 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a better pet than the Cavachon. So, you should get the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

    The Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel are most similar:

  • Both the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel are very easy to train.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Cavachon versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

    Cavachons weigh 15 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Cavachons are 12 to 13 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels weigh 13 to 18 pounds when fully grown. Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are 12 to 13 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Price of Cavachon versus Price of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

    The average price of the Cavachon puppy is $2070. The price of the Cavachon typically ranges from $1699 – $2500. However, the price of a Cavachon can be as low as $475 and as high as $4200. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 416 Cavachon puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy is $2440. The price of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel typically ranges from $1800 – $3000. However, the price of a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel can be as low as $300 and as high as $29550. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1217 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is more expensive than the Cavachon.

    Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
    Average Price $2070 $2440
    Price Range $1699 to $2500 $1800 to $3000

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Cavachon and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. For different price points, the charts show how many Cavachon puppies or how many Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Cavachons. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Cavachons. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels

    A breakdown of the prices of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cavachon puppy or the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Adopting the Cavachon versus Adopting the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Cavachons and many Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Cavachon named Teddy The Designer Puppy!!! that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Cavachons like Teddy The Designer Puppy!!! on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Cavachons, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are also available for adoption. For example, Hunter 20-19081-3 is a Male Cavalier King Charles Spaniel that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Cavalier King Charles Spaniels like Hunter 20-19081-3 that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Riley is the name of another Cavachon (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    You can find more Cavachons and Cavalier King Charles Spaniels that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cavachon versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

    Cavachons do not like to be left alone.

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Which one drools more, the Cavachon or the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

    Cavachons do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Do Cavachons shed more than Cavalier King Charles Spaniels?

    Cavachons do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavachon or the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?

    Cavachons require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very easy to groom.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cavachon vs. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

    Cavachons do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Cavachons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cavachons can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Can Cavachons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Cavachons can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Do Cavachons Bark and Howl? What about Cavalier King Charles Spaniels?

    Cavachons bark and howl, but not very much.

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Is the Cavachon Easier to Train than the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?

    Cavachons are very easy to train.

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Does the Cavachon Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?

    Cavachons have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Is the Cavachon Better for Apartment Owners than the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?

    Cavachons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cavachon or the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?

    Cavachons are very good for new dog owners.

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.

    Are Cavachons good family dogs? What about Cavalier King Charles Spaniels?

    Cavachons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Cavachons and Cavalier King Charles Spaniels?

    Cavachons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavachon or the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?

    Cavachons get along very well with other dogs.

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cavachon

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cavachon that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Cavachon:

  • Bichon Frise (86 percent match with Cavachon). Here is our comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Bichon Frise.
  • Bich Poo (85 percent match with Cavachon). Here is our comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Bich Poo.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel:

  • Cockalier (81 percent match with Cavalier King Charles Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Cavachon vs Cockalier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Cavachon and how the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cavachon and of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to other breeds:

    Cavachon Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Cavachon versus Bich Poo     Cavachon versus Collie     Cavachon versus Spinone Italiano     Cavachon versus Cockapoo     Cavachon versus Shihpoo     Cavachon versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Cavachon versus Maltipoo     Cavachon versus Mountain Cur     Cavachon versus Pomsky     Cavachon versus Kooikerhondje     

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Tibetan Terrier     Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Lhasapoo     Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Cane Corso     Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Kai Ken     Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus American Bulldog     Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Miniature Schnauzer     Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Shiloh Shepherd     Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Norwegian Buhund     Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Chinese Crested     

    Conclusion: Cavachon versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Cavachon and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel better suits you and your family.