Breed Comparison: Cavachon Versus Shiloh Shepherd

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Cavachon Versus Shiloh Shepherd: Introduction

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

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

Cavachon versus Shiloh Shepherd: Overview

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

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

On the other hand, the Shiloh Shepherd belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

Cavachon versus Shiloh Shepherd: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cavachon to the Shiloh 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.

Factor Cavachon Shiloh Shepherd
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 9 to 14 years
Height 12 to 13 inches 26 to 30 inches
Weight 15 to 35 pounds 80 to 130 pounds
Does NOT Shed 4/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
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 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 11.5 years
Average Price $2070 No Data
Price Range $1699 – $2500 No Data
Temperament Score 80.8 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Hip Dysplasia
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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 Shiloh 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 a Cavachon is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Shiloh Shepherd is 82 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cavachon is a better pet than the Shiloh 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 Shiloh 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 Shiloh Shepherd

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

  • Cavachons have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets. However, Shiloh Shepherds have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Cavachons adapt well to apartment living. However, Shiloh Shepherds do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Cavachons are good for new dog owners. However, Shiloh Shepherds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    • The Similarities Between the Cavachon and the Shiloh Shepherd

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

  • Both the Cavachon and the Shiloh Shepherd do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Shiloh 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 Shiloh Shepherd are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Cavachon and the Shiloh Shepherd gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Shiloh Shepherd are very easy to train.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Shiloh Shepherd are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Shiloh Shepherd have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Shiloh Shepherd require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Shiloh 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 Shiloh Shepherd are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Shiloh Shepherd get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Shiloh Shepherd get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Shiloh Shepherd are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Shiloh Shepherd are very playful.

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

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

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

    On the other hand, Shiloh Shepherds weigh 80 to 130 pounds when fully grown. Shiloh Shepherds are 26 to 30 inches when fully grown.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cavachon versus Shiloh Shepherd

    Cavachons do not like to be left alone.

    Shiloh Shepherds do not like to be left alone.

    Which one drools more, the Cavachon or the Shiloh Shepherd

    Cavachons do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Shiloh Shepherds drool moderately.

    Do Cavachons shed more than Shiloh Shepherds?

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

    Shiloh Shepherds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

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

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

    Shiloh Shepherds are very easy to groom.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cavachon vs. Shiloh Shepherd

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

    Shiloh Shepherds 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 Shiloh Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cavachons can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Shiloh Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Can Cavachons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shiloh Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Shiloh Shepherds can tolerate hot weather.

    Do Cavachons Bark and Howl? What about Shiloh Shepherds?

    Cavachons bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Is the Cavachon Easier to Train than the Shiloh Shepherd?

    Cavachons are very easy to train.

    Shiloh Shepherds are very easy to train.

    Does the Cavachon Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shiloh 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.

    Shiloh Shepherds 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 Shiloh Shepherd?

    Cavachons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Shiloh Shepherds do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Cavachons are very good for new dog owners.

    Shiloh Shepherds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Are Cavachons good family dogs? What about Shiloh Shepherds?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Cavachons and Shiloh Shepherds?

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

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

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

    Cavachons get along very well with other dogs.

    Shiloh Shepherds 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:

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

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shiloh Shepherd

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

  • Flat-Coated Retriever (78 percent match with Shiloh Shepherd). Here is our comparison of the Cavachon vs Flat-Coated Retriever.
  • Labrador Retriever (79 percent match with Shiloh Shepherd). Here is our comparison of the Cavachon vs Labrador Retriever.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Cavachon Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Cavachon versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Cavachon versus Carolina Dog     Cavachon versus Borzoi     Cavachon versus Fila Brasileiro     Cavachon versus Cavapoo     Cavachon versus Beagle     Cavachon versus King Shepherd     Cavachon versus Bouvier des Flandres     Cavachon versus French Spaniel     Cavachon versus Kooikerhondje     

    Shiloh Shepherd Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Shiloh Shepherd versus Bernedoodle     Shiloh Shepherd versus Kuvasz     Shiloh Shepherd versus Norwegian Lundehund     Shiloh Shepherd versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Shiloh Shepherd versus Giant Schnauzer     Shiloh Shepherd versus Pomsky     Shiloh Shepherd versus Chorkie     Shiloh Shepherd versus Australian Cattle Dog     Shiloh Shepherd versus Pug     

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