Which is Better between the Cavachon and the Pyrenean Shepherd? A Very Detailed Review.

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Cavachon Versus Pyrenean Shepherd: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cavachon and the Pyrenean Shepherd 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 Pyrenean Shepherd. 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 Pyrenean Shepherd.

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 Pyrenean Shepherd.

Cavachon versus Pyrenean Shepherd: Overview

Both the Cavachon and the Pyrenean Shepherd are similar in size. The Cavachon and the Pyrenean Shepherd 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 Pyrenean Shepherd belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

Cavachon versus Pyrenean Shepherd: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cavachon to the Pyrenean Shepherd 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 Pyrenean Shepherd

Factor Cavachon Pyrenean Shepherd
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 15 to 17 years
Height 12 to 13 inches 15 to 21 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 15 to 35 pounds 25 to 30 pounds
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 1/5
General Health 4/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 2/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 16.0 years
Average Price $2070 No Data
Price Range $1699 – $2500 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
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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 Pyrenean Shepherd. 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 Pyrenean Shepherd is 72 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cavachon is a better pet than the Pyrenean Shepherd. 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 Pyrenean Shepherd so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavachon and the Pyrenean Shepherd

    Below is a list of where the Cavachon and the Pyrenean Shepherd are most different:

  • Cavachons are good for new dog owners. However, Pyrenean Shepherds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Cavachons get along well with other dogs. However, Pyrenean Shepherds do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Cavachons are very friendly towards strangers. However, Pyrenean Shepherds are not very friendly towards strangers.

    • The Similarities Between the Cavachon and the Pyrenean Shepherd

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

  • Both the Cavachon and the Pyrenean Shepherd do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pyrenean Shepherd do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pyrenean Shepherd do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pyrenean Shepherd require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pyrenean Shepherd 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 Pyrenean Shepherd gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pyrenean Shepherd are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pyrenean Shepherd have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pyrenean Shepherd have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pyrenean Shepherd require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pyrenean Shepherd adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pyrenean Shepherd 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 Pyrenean Shepherd are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pyrenean Shepherd get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pyrenean Shepherd are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Cavachon versus Pyrenean Shepherd

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cavachon and the Pyrenean Shepherd.

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

    On the other hand, Pyrenean Shepherds weigh 25 to 30 pounds when fully grown. Pyrenean Shepherds are 15 to 21 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Cavachon versus Pyrenean Shepherd

    The lifespan of Cavachons is between 10 to 15 years . The average lifespan of Cavachons is 12.5 years.

    The lifespan of Pyrenean Shepherds is between 15 to 17 years. The average lifespan of Pyrenean Shepherds is 16.0 years.

    Pyrenean Shepherds live longer than Cavachons.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cavachon versus Pyrenean Shepherd

    Cavachons do not like to be left alone.

    Pyrenean Shepherds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Cavachons shed more than Pyrenean Shepherds?

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

    Pyrenean Shepherds shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Cavachon or the Pyrenean Shepherd

    Cavachons do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Pyrenean Shepherds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavachon or the Pyrenean Shepherd?

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

    Pyrenean Shepherds are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Cavachon Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pyrenean Shepherd?

    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.

    Pyrenean Shepherds 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.

    Do Cavachons Bark and Howl? What about Pyrenean Shepherds?

    Cavachons bark and howl, but not very much.

    Pyrenean Shepherds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Cavachons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pyrenean Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cavachons can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Pyrenean Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cavachon vs. Pyrenean Shepherd

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

    Pyrenean Shepherds 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 Pyrenean Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Pyrenean Shepherds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavachon or the Pyrenean Shepherd?

    Cavachons get along very well with other dogs.

    Pyrenean Shepherds do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Cavachons good family dogs? What about Pyrenean Shepherds?

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

    Pyrenean Shepherds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Cavachons and Pyrenean Shepherds?

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

    Pyrenean Shepherds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Cavachon Easier to Train than the Pyrenean Shepherd?

    Cavachons are very easy to train.

    Pyrenean Shepherds are not easy to train.

    Is the Cavachon Better for Apartment Owners than the Pyrenean Shepherd?

    Cavachons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Pyrenean Shepherds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cavachon or the Pyrenean Shepherd?

    Cavachons are very good for new dog owners.

    Pyrenean Shepherds are not the best dogs 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:

  • Bichon Frise (86 percent match with Cavachon). Here is our comparison of the Pyrenean Shepherd vs Bichon Frise.
  • Bich Poo (85 percent match with Cavachon). Here is our comparison of the Pyrenean Shepherd vs Bich Poo.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pyrenean Shepherd

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pyrenean Shepherd 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 Pyrenean Shepherd:

  • Cairn Terrier (73 percent match with Pyrenean Shepherd). Here is our comparison of the Cavachon vs Cairn Terrier.
  • Lakeland Terrier (73 percent match with Pyrenean Shepherd). Here is our comparison of the Cavachon vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Pomsky (73 percent match with Pyrenean Shepherd). Here is our comparison of the Cavachon vs Pomsky.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Cavachon Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Cavachon versus Bearded Collie     Cavachon versus Australian Terrier     Cavachon versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Cavachon versus Schipperke     Cavachon versus Akita     Cavachon versus Field Spaniel     Cavachon versus Beagle     Cavachon versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Cavachon versus Redbone Coonhound     Cavachon versus Lancashire Heeler     Cavachon versus Bich Poo     Cavachon versus Xoloitzcuintli     Cavachon versus Tibetan Terrier     Cavachon versus Cesky Terrier     Cavachon versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Cavachon versus Shih Tzu     Cavachon versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Cavachon versus Pug     Cavachon versus Bichon Frise     Cavachon versus Cairn Terrier     Cavachon versus Morkie     Cavachon versus Black Russian Terrier     Cavachon versus Manchester Terrier     Cavachon versus Beaglier     Cavachon versus King Shepherd     

    Pyrenean Shepherd Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Pyrenean Shepherd versus Siberian Husky     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Boxer     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Chinese Crested     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Collie     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Carolina Dog     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Mountain Cur     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Basset Hound     Pyrenean Shepherd versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Black Mouth Cur     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Pyrenean Shepherd versus American Water Spaniel     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Dogo Argentino     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Beagle     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Dutch Shepherd     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Black Russian Terrier     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Sussex Spaniel     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Australian Kelpie     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Weimaraner     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Catahoula Bulldog     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Belgian Tervuren     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Aussiedoodle     

    Conclusion: Cavachon versus Pyrenean Shepherd. 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 Pyrenean Shepherd better suits you and your family.