Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Cavachon Versus Keeshond: Introduction
- Cavachon versus Keeshond: Overview
- Cavachon versus Keeshond: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavachon and the Keeshond
- The Similarities Between the Cavachon and the Keeshond
- Size (Weight and Height) of Cavachon versus Keeshond
- Lifespan of Cavachon versus Keeshond
- Price of Cavachon versus Price of Keeshond
- Tolerates Being Alone: Cavachon versus Keeshond
- Do Cavachons shed more than Keeshonds?
- Which one drools more, the Cavachon or the Keeshond
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavachon or the Keeshond?
- Does the Cavachon Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Keeshond?
- Do Cavachons Bark and Howl? What about Keeshonds?
- Can Cavachons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Keeshonds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Cavachon vs. Keeshond
- Can Cavachons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Keeshonds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavachon or the Keeshond?
- Are Cavachons good family dogs? What about Keeshonds?
- How Kid-friendly are Cavachons and Keeshonds?
- Is the Cavachon Easier to Train than the Keeshond?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cavachon
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Keeshond
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Cavachon versus Keeshond. Which One is a Better Pet?
Cavachon Versus Keeshond: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cavachon and the Keeshond? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Cavachon and the Keeshond 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 Keeshond.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cavachon and the Keeshond 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 Keeshond. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Cavachon and the Keeshond.
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 Keeshond.
Cavachon versus Keeshond: Overview
A very important difference between the Cavachon and the Keeshond is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cavachon is a small-sized dog while the Keeshond 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 Keeshond 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 Keeshond: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Cavachon to the Keeshond 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.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Cavachon and the Keeshond
Factor | Cavachon | Keeshond |
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Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
Height | 12 to 13 inches | 1 foot, 4 inches to 1 foot, 7 inches tall at the s |
Weight | 15 to 35 pounds | 35 to 45 pounds |
Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
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 | 2/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Easygoing | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 13.5 years |
Average Price | $2070 | $1680 |
Price Range | $1699 – $2500 | $1250 – $1850 |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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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 Keeshond. 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 the Cavachon is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Keeshond is 83 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cavachon is a better pet than the Keeshond. 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 Keeshond so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavachon and the Keeshond
Below is a list of where the Cavachon and the Keeshond are most different:
The Similarities Between the Cavachon and the Keeshond
The Cavachon and the Keeshond are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cavachon and the Keeshond are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Cavachon versus Keeshond
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cavachon and the Keeshond.
Cavachons weigh 15 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Cavachons are 12 to 13 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Keeshonds weigh 35 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Keeshonds are 1 foot, 4 inches to 1 foot, 7 inches tall at the s when fully grown.
Lifespan of Cavachon versus Keeshond
The lifespan of Cavachons is between 10 to 15 years . The average lifespan of Cavachons is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Keeshonds is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Keeshonds is 13.5 years.
Keeshonds live longer than Cavachons.
Price of Cavachon versus Price of Keeshond
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 Keeshond puppy is $1680. The price of the Keeshond typically ranges from $1250 – $1850. However, the price of the Keeshond can be as low as $600 and as high as $5750. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 51 Keeshond puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Cavachon is more expensive than the Keeshond.
Cavachon | Keeshond | |
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Average Price | $2070 | $1680 |
Price Range | $1699 to $2500 | $1250 to $1850 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Cavachon and Keeshond. For different price points, the charts show how many Cavachon puppies or how many Keeshond puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
![A breakdown of the prices of Cavachons. The typical price range is shaded Green.](https://i0.wp.com/pupvs.com/wp-content/uploads/images/cavachon-prices-average-range.jpg?w=900&ssl=1)
A breakdown of the prices of Cavachons. The typical price range is shaded Green.
![A breakdown of the prices of Keeshonds](https://i0.wp.com/pupvs.com/wp-content/uploads/images/keeshond-prices-average-range.jpg?w=900&ssl=1)
A breakdown of the prices of Keeshonds
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cavachon puppy or the Keeshond 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 to buy 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 a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Tolerates Being Alone: Cavachon versus Keeshond
Cavachons do not like to be left alone.
Keeshonds do not like to be left alone.
Do Cavachons shed more than Keeshonds?
Cavachons do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Keeshonds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Cavachon or the Keeshond
Cavachons do have a very low tendency to drool.
Keeshonds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavachon or the Keeshond?
Cavachons require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Keeshonds are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Cavachon Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Keeshond?
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.
Keeshonds have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Cavachons Bark and Howl? What about Keeshonds?
Cavachons bark and howl, but not very much.
Keeshonds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Cavachons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Keeshonds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Cavachons can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Keeshonds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Cavachon vs. Keeshond
Cavachons do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Keeshonds 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 Hot Weather? Can Keeshonds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Cavachons can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Keeshonds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavachon or the Keeshond?
Cavachons get along very well with other dogs.
Keeshonds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Cavachons good family dogs? What about Keeshonds?
Cavachons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Keeshonds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Cavachons and Keeshonds?
Cavachons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Keeshonds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Cavachon Easier to Train than the Keeshond?
Cavachons are very easy to train.
Keeshonds are very easy to train.
Is the Cavachon Better for Apartment Owners than the Keeshond?
Cavachons adapt very well to apartment living.
Keeshonds adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cavachon or the Keeshond?
Cavachons are very good for new dog owners.
Keeshonds are very good for new dog owners.
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 Keeshond
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Keeshond 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 Keeshond:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Cavachon and how the Keeshond compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cavachon and of the Keeshond to other breeds:
Cavachon Versus Other Dog Breeds
Cavachon versus Bluetick Coonhound Cavachon versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Cavachon versus Westiepoo Cavachon versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Cavachon versus Maltipoo Cavachon versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Cavachon versus Australian Kelpie Cavachon versus Chinook Cavachon versus Toy Poodle Cavachon versus Maremma Sheepdog Cavachon versus Karelian Bear Dog Cavachon versus Irish Terrier Cavachon versus Jack Russell Terrier Cavachon versus Havanese Cavachon versus Affenpinscher Cavachon versus German Wirehaired Pointer Cavachon versus Airedale Terrier Cavachon versus Border Terrier Cavachon versus Scottish Deerhound Cavachon versus Chinese Shar-Pei Cavachon versus Shiloh Shepherd Cavachon versus Karelian Bear Dog Cavachon versus Sheepadoodle Cavachon versus Norwegian Lundehund Cavachon versus Norwegian Lundehund
Keeshond Versus Other Dog Breeds
Keeshond versus Alaskan Malamute Keeshond versus American Water Spaniel Keeshond versus Collie Keeshond versus American Staffordshire Terrier Keeshond versus Basenji Keeshond versus Biewer Terrier Keeshond versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Keeshond versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Keeshond versus Shetland Sheepdog Keeshond versus Pyrenean Mastiff Keeshond versus Gordon Setter Keeshond versus Norwegian Buhund Keeshond versus Cocker Spaniel Keeshond versus Azawakh Keeshond versus Dutch Shepherd Keeshond versus Standard Schnauzer Keeshond versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Keeshond versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Keeshond versus Morkie Keeshond versus Toy Fox Terrier Keeshond versus American Hairless Terrier Keeshond versus Great Pyrenees Keeshond versus English Cocker Spaniel Keeshond versus Morkie Keeshond versus Belgian Sheepdog
Conclusion: Cavachon versus Keeshond. 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 Keeshond better suits you and your family.