A Detailed Comparison of the Cavachon and the Cesky Terrier.

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Cavachon Versus Cesky Terrier: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cavachon and the Cesky Terrier? 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 Cesky Terrier 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 Cesky Terrier.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cavachon and the Cesky Terrier 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 Cesky Terrier. 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 Cesky Terrier.

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 Cesky Terrier

Cavachon versus Cesky Terrier: Overview

Both the Cavachon and the Cesky Terrier are similar in size. The Cavachon and the Cesky Terrier 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 Cesky Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

Cavachon versus Cesky Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cavachon to the Cesky Terrier 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 Cesky Terrier
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 10 to 15 years
Height 12 to 13 inches 10 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 15 to 35 pounds 13 to 30 pounds
Does NOT Shed 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 4/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 12.5 years
Average Price $2070 No Data
Price Range $1699 – $2500 No Data
Temperament Score
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Dentition
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Primary Lens Luxation
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    *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 Cesky Terrier. 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 Cesky Terrier is 89 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cesky Terrier is a better pet than the Cavachon. So, you should get the Cesky Terrier!

    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 Cesky Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavachon and the Cesky Terrier

    Below is a list of where the Cavachon and the Cesky Terrier are most different:

  • Cavachons get along well with other dogs. However, Cesky Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.

    • The Similarities Between the Cavachon and the Cesky Terrier

    The Cavachon and the Cesky Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cavachon and the Cesky Terrier are most similar:

  • Both the Cavachon and the Cesky Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cesky Terrier do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cesky Terrier 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 Cesky Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cesky Terrier gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cesky Terrier are very easy to train.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cesky Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cesky Terrier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cesky Terrier adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cesky Terrier are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cesky Terrier 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 Cesky Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Cesky Terrier are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Cavachon versus Cesky Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cavachon and the Cesky Terrier.

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

    On the other hand, Cesky Terriers weigh 13 to 30 pounds when fully grown. Cesky Terriers are 10 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cavachon versus Cesky Terrier

    Cavachons do not like to be left alone.

    Cesky Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Which one drools more, the Cavachon or the Cesky Terrier

    Cavachons do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Cesky Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Do Cavachons shed more than Cesky Terriers?

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

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

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavachon or the Cesky Terrier?

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

    Cesky Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cavachon vs. Cesky Terrier

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

    Cesky Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Cavachons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cavachons can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Cesky Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Can Cavachons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Cesky Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Do Cavachons Bark and Howl? What about Cesky Terriers?

    Cavachons bark and howl, but not very much.

    Cesky Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Is the Cavachon Easier to Train than the Cesky Terrier?

    Cavachons are very easy to train.

    Cesky Terriers are very easy to train.

    Does the Cavachon Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Cesky Terrier?

    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.

    Cesky Terriers have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Is the Cavachon Better for Apartment Owners than the Cesky Terrier?

    Cavachons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Cesky Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cavachon or the Cesky Terrier?

    Cavachons are very good for new dog owners.

    Cesky Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Are Cavachons good family dogs? What about Cesky Terriers?

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

    Cesky Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Cavachons and Cesky Terriers?

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

    Cesky Terriers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavachon or the Cesky Terrier?

    Cavachons get along very well with other dogs.

    Cesky Terriers do not get along 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 Cesky Terrier vs Bichon Frise.
  • Bich Poo (85 percent match with Cavachon). Here is our comparison of the Cesky Terrier vs Bich Poo.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cesky Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cesky Terrier 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 Cesky Terrier:

  • American Hairless Terrier (76 percent match with Cesky Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Cavachon vs American Hairless Terrier.
  • Bordoodle (75 percent match with Cesky Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Cavachon vs Bordoodle.
  • Pomchi (75 percent match with Cesky Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Cavachon vs Pomchi.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Cavachon and how the Cesky Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cavachon and of the Cesky Terrier to other breeds:

    Cavachon Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Cavachon versus Vizsla     Cavachon versus German Longhaired Pointer     Cavachon versus Akita Chow     Cavachon versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Cavachon versus Bullmastiff     Cavachon versus Leonberger     Cavachon versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Cavachon versus Yorkshire Terrier     Cavachon versus Korean Jindo Dog     Cavachon versus Newfoundland     

    Cesky Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Cesky Terrier versus Border Collie     Cesky Terrier versus Kishu Ken     Cesky Terrier versus Korean Jindo Dog     Cesky Terrier versus Bloodhound     Cesky Terrier versus Affenpinscher     Cesky Terrier versus Schnoodle     Cesky Terrier versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Cesky Terrier versus Cavapoo     Cesky Terrier versus Gordon Setter     Cesky Terrier versus Chinese Crested     

    Conclusion: Cavachon versus Cesky Terrier. 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 Cesky Terrier better suits you and your family.