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- Cavachon Versus Flat-Coated Retriever: Introduction
- Cavachon versus Flat-Coated Retriever: Overview
- Cavachon versus Flat-Coated Retriever: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavachon and the Flat-Coated Retriever
- The Similarities Between the Cavachon and the Flat-Coated Retriever
- Size (Weight and Height) of Cavachon versus Flat-Coated Retriever
- Price of Cavachon versus Price of Flat-Coated Retriever
- Adopting the Cavachon versus Adopting the Flat-Coated Retriever
- Tolerates Being Alone: Cavachon versus Flat-Coated Retriever
- Which one drools more, the Cavachon or the Flat-Coated Retriever
- Do Cavachons shed more than Flat-Coated Retrievers?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavachon or the Flat-Coated Retriever?
- Wanderlust Potential: Cavachon vs. Flat-Coated Retriever
- Can Cavachons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Cavachons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Do Cavachons Bark and Howl? What about Flat-Coated Retrievers?
- Is the Cavachon Easier to Train than the Flat-Coated Retriever?
- Does the Cavachon Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Flat-Coated Retriever?
- Are Cavachons good family dogs? What about Flat-Coated Retrievers?
- How Kid-friendly are Cavachons and Flat-Coated Retrievers?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavachon or the Flat-Coated Retriever?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cavachon
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Flat-Coated Retriever
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Cavachon versus Flat-Coated Retriever. Which One is a Better Pet?
Cavachon Versus Flat-Coated Retriever: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cavachon and the Flat-Coated Retriever? 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 Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cavachon and the Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever. 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 Flat-Coated Retriever.
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 Flat-Coated Retriever
Cavachon versus Flat-Coated Retriever: Overview
A very important difference between the Cavachon and the Flat-Coated Retriever is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cavachon is a small-sized dog while the Flat-Coated Retriever is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Cavachon belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
On the other hand, the Flat-Coated Retriever belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
Cavachon versus Flat-Coated Retriever: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Cavachon to the Flat-Coated Retriever 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 | Flat-Coated Retriever |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Height | 12 to 13 inches | 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 15 to 35 pounds | 55 to 70 pounds |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| 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 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| 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 | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $2070 | $1350 |
| Price Range | $1699 – $2500 | $1150 – $1800 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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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 Flat-Coated Retriever. 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 Flat-Coated Retriever is 78 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cavachon is a better pet than the Flat-Coated Retriever. So, you should get the Cavachon!
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 Flat-Coated Retriever so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavachon and the Flat-Coated Retriever
Below is a list of where the Cavachon and the Flat-Coated Retriever are most different:
The Similarities Between the Cavachon and the Flat-Coated Retriever
The Cavachon and the Flat-Coated Retriever are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cavachon and the Flat-Coated Retriever are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Cavachon versus Flat-Coated Retriever
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cavachon and the Flat-Coated Retriever.
Cavachons weigh 15 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Cavachons are 12 to 13 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Flat-Coated Retrievers weigh 55 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Flat-Coated Retrievers are 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Price of Cavachon versus Price of Flat-Coated Retriever
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 Flat-Coated Retriever puppy is $1350. The price of the Flat-Coated Retriever typically ranges from $1150 – $1800. However, the price of a Flat-Coated Retriever can be as low as $100 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 8 Flat-Coated Retriever puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Cavachon is more expensive than the Flat-Coated Retriever.
| Cavachon | Flat-Coated Retriever | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2070 | $1350 |
| Price Range | $1699 to $2500 | $1150 to $1800 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Cavachon and Flat-Coated Retriever. For different price points, the charts show how many Cavachon puppies or how many Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retrievers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cavachon puppy or the Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Cavachons and many Flat-Coated Retrievers 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 Riley that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Cavachons like Riley on pefinder.com.
Also, like Cavachons, Flat-Coated Retrievers are also available for adoption. For example, Clarence is a Male Flat-Coated Retriever that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Flat-Coated Retrievers like Clarence that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Also Palisade, an adorable Male Flat-Coated Retriever on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Cavachons and Flat-Coated Retrievers that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Cavachon versus Flat-Coated Retriever
Cavachons do not like to be left alone.
Flat-Coated Retrievers do not like to be left alone.
Which one drools more, the Cavachon or the Flat-Coated Retriever
Cavachons do have a very low tendency to drool.
Flat-Coated Retrievers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Do Cavachons shed more than Flat-Coated Retrievers?
Cavachons do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Flat-Coated Retrievers shed moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavachon or the Flat-Coated Retriever?
Cavachons require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Flat-Coated Retrievers are very easy to groom.
Wanderlust Potential: Cavachon vs. Flat-Coated Retriever
Cavachons do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Flat-Coated Retrievers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Cavachons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Cavachons can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Flat-Coated Retrievers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Can Cavachons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Cavachons can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Flat-Coated Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.
Do Cavachons Bark and Howl? What about Flat-Coated Retrievers?
Cavachons bark and howl, but not very much.
Flat-Coated Retrievers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Is the Cavachon Easier to Train than the Flat-Coated Retriever?
Cavachons are very easy to train.
Flat-Coated Retrievers are very easy to train.
Does the Cavachon Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Flat-Coated Retriever?
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.
Flat-Coated Retrievers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Is the Cavachon Better for Apartment Owners than the Flat-Coated Retriever?
Cavachons adapt very well to apartment living.
Flat-Coated Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cavachon or the Flat-Coated Retriever?
Cavachons are very good for new dog owners.
Flat-Coated Retrievers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Are Cavachons good family dogs? What about Flat-Coated Retrievers?
Cavachons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Flat-Coated Retrievers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Cavachons and Flat-Coated Retrievers?
Cavachons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Flat-Coated Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavachon or the Flat-Coated Retriever?
Cavachons get along very well with other dogs.
Flat-Coated Retrievers 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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Flat-Coated Retriever
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Cavachon and how the Flat-Coated Retriever compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cavachon and of the Flat-Coated Retriever to other breeds:
Cavachon Versus Other Dog Breeds
Cavachon versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Cavachon versus French Bulldog Cavachon versus Tibetan Mastiff Cavachon versus Labrador Retriever Cavachon versus Bich Poo Cavachon versus Finnish Spitz Cavachon versus Chi-Poo Cavachon versus Whippet Cavachon versus Maremma Sheepdog Cavachon versus Finnish Spitz
Flat-Coated Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds
Flat-Coated Retriever versus Bouvier des Flandres Flat-Coated Retriever versus Pomapoo Flat-Coated Retriever versus Irish Water Spaniel Flat-Coated Retriever versus Beaglier Flat-Coated Retriever versus Mastiff Flat-Coated Retriever versus Dachshund Flat-Coated Retriever versus Golden Retriever Flat-Coated Retriever versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Flat-Coated Retriever versus Peek A Poo Flat-Coated Retriever versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Conclusion: Cavachon versus Flat-Coated Retriever. 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 Flat-Coated Retriever better suits you and your family.