Is the Cavachon Better than the Saluki as a Pet? Answer…

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Cavachon Versus Saluki: Introduction

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

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

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 Saluki.

Cavachon versus Saluki: Overview

A very important difference between the Cavachon and the Saluki is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cavachon is a small-sized dog while the Saluki is a large-sized dog.

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

On the other hand, the Saluki belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

Cavachon versus Saluki: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cavachon to the Saluki 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 Saluki

Factor Cavachon Saluki
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 12 to 14 years
Height 12 to 13 inches 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 15 to 35 pounds 35 to 70 pounds
Does NOT Shed 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 1/5
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 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 13.0 years
Average Price $2070 $2250
Price Range $1699 – $2500 $2250 – $2250
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

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 Saluki. 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 Saluki is 74 out of 125.

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

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavachon and the Saluki

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

  • Cavachons do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them. However, Salukis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Cavachons gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them. However, Salukis are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Cavachons adapt well to apartment living. However, Salukis do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Cavachons are good for new dog owners. However, Salukis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Cavachons are very friendly towards strangers. However, Salukis are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • The Similarities Between the Cavachon and the Saluki

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

  • Both the Cavachon and the Saluki do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Saluki do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Saluki do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Saluki are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Cavachon and the Saluki are very easy to train.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Saluki are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Saluki have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Saluki have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Saluki require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Saluki 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 Saluki are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Saluki get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Saluki get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Saluki are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Cavachon versus Saluki

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

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

    On the other hand, Salukis weigh 35 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Salukis are 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Cavachon versus Saluki

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

    The lifespan of Salukis is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Salukis is 13.0 years.

    Salukis live longer than Cavachons.

    Price of Cavachon versus Price of Saluki

    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 Saluki puppy is $2250. The price of the Saluki typically ranges from $2250 – $2250. However, the price of the Saluki can be as low as $2250 and as high as $2250. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1 Saluki puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Saluki is more expensive than the Cavachon.

    Cavachon Saluki
    Average Price $2070 $2250
    Price Range $1699 to $2500 $2250 to $2250

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Cavachon and Saluki. For different price points, the charts show how many Cavachon puppies or how many Saluki 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 Salukis

    A breakdown of the prices of Salukis

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cavachon puppy or the Saluki 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 Saluki

    Cavachons do not like to be left alone.

    Salukis do not like to be left alone.

    Do Cavachons shed more than Salukis?

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

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

    Which one drools more, the Cavachon or the Saluki

    Cavachons do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Salukis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavachon or the Saluki?

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

    Salukis are very easy to groom.

    Does the Cavachon Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saluki?

    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.

    Salukis 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 Salukis?

    Cavachons bark and howl, but not very much.

    Salukis are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Cavachons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Salukis Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cavachons can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Salukis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cavachon vs. Saluki

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

    Salukis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Cavachons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Salukis Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

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

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

    Cavachons get along very well with other dogs.

    Salukis get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Cavachons good family dogs? What about Salukis?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Cavachons and Salukis?

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

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

    Is the Cavachon Easier to Train than the Saluki?

    Cavachons are very easy to train.

    Salukis are very easy to train.

    Is the Cavachon Better for Apartment Owners than the Saluki?

    Cavachons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Salukis do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Cavachons are very good for new dog owners.

    Salukis 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 Saluki vs Bichon Frise.
  • Bich Poo (85 percent match with Cavachon). Here is our comparison of the Saluki vs Bich Poo.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saluki

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

  • German Shorthaired Pointer (77 percent match with Saluki). Here is our comparison of the Cavachon vs German Shorthaired Pointer.
  • German Wirehaired Pointer (75 percent match with Saluki). Here is our comparison of the Cavachon vs German Wirehaired Pointer.
  • Rhodesian Ridgeback (75 percent match with Saluki). Here is our comparison of the Cavachon vs Rhodesian Ridgeback.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Cavachon Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Cavachon versus Miniature Schnauzer     Cavachon versus Catahoula Bulldog     Cavachon versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Cavachon versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Cavachon versus Gordon Setter     Cavachon versus English Toy Spaniel     Cavachon versus Shiba Inu     Cavachon versus Akita Chow     Cavachon versus Shichon     Cavachon versus Shichon     Cavachon versus Pointer     Cavachon versus Affenpinscher     Cavachon versus Mudi     Cavachon versus German Longhaired Pointer     Cavachon versus Italian Greyhound     Cavachon versus Lancashire Heeler     Cavachon versus Labradoodle     Cavachon versus Goldador     Cavachon versus Puggle     Cavachon versus Golden Retriever     Cavachon versus Rottweiler     Cavachon versus Miniature Schnauzer     Cavachon versus Shiloh Shepherd     Cavachon versus Chihuahua     Cavachon versus Bernedoodle     

    Saluki Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Saluki versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Saluki versus Harrier     Saluki versus Boxerdoodle     Saluki versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Saluki versus Great Dane     Saluki versus Schipperke     Saluki versus Fila Brasileiro     Saluki versus Aussiedoodle     Saluki versus Greyhound     Saluki versus Norwegian Lundehund     Saluki versus Puli     Saluki versus English Setter     Saluki versus Scottish Terrier     Saluki versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Saluki versus German Shepherd Dog     Saluki versus Chinese Crested     Saluki versus Barbet     Saluki versus Norwegian Buhund     Saluki versus Beagle     Saluki versus Clumber Spaniel     Saluki versus Akita     Saluki versus Cockalier     Saluki versus Australian Cattle Dog     Saluki versus Sealyham Terrier     Saluki versus Canaan Dog     

    Conclusion: Cavachon versus Saluki. 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 Saluki better suits you and your family.