Breed Comparison: Cavachon Versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

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Cavachon Versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cavachon and the Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel. 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel.

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 Welsh Springer Spaniel.

Cavachon versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Overview

A very important difference between the Cavachon and the Welsh Springer Spaniel is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cavachon is a small-sized dog while the Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cavachon to the Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel

Factor Cavachon Welsh Springer Spaniel
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 10 to 15 years
Height 12 to 13 inches 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 15 to 35 pounds 35 to 55 pounds
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 1/5
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 1/5
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 5/5
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 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 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 12.5 years
Average Price $2070 No Data
Price Range $1699 – $2500 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination by the age of 2, then at ages 5 and 7
  • Hip Dysplasia
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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 Welsh Springer Spaniel. 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel is 79 out of 125.

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavachon and the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Below is a list of where the Cavachon and the Welsh Springer Spaniel 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, Welsh Springer Spaniels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    • The Similarities Between the Cavachon and the Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

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

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Cavachon versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cavachon and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.

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

    On the other hand, Welsh Springer Spaniels weigh 35 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Welsh Springer Spaniels are 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Cavachon versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

    The lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniels is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniels is 12.5 years.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cavachon versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Cavachons do not like to be left alone.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Do Cavachons shed more than Welsh Springer Spaniels?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Cavachon or the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Cavachons do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavachon or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to groom.

    Does the Cavachon Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    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.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Cavachons Bark and Howl? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?

    Cavachons bark and howl, but not very much.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Cavachons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cavachons can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cavachon vs. Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

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

    Can Cavachons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavachon or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Cavachons get along very well with other dogs.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Cavachons good family dogs? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Cavachons and Welsh Springer Spaniels?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Cavachon Easier to Train than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Cavachons are very easy to train.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Is the Cavachon Better for Apartment Owners than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Cavachons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cavachon or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Cavachons are very good for new dog owners.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels 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:

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

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel:

  • English Cocker Spaniel (78 percent match with Welsh Springer Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Cavachon vs English Cocker Spaniel.
  • Finnish Lapphund (78 percent match with Welsh Springer Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Cavachon vs Finnish Lapphund.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Cavachon Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Welsh Springer Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Golden Retriever     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Bullmastiff     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Sloughi     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Alaskan Malamute     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Bearded Collie     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Australian Shepherd     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Cockapoo     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Shetland Sheepdog     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Portuguese Pointer     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Basenji     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Maremma Sheepdog     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Pomchi     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Basset Hound     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Cavapoo     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Schnoodle     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Skye Terrier     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Mudi     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Bouvier des Flandres     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Affenpinscher     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Japanese Chin     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Carolina Dog     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Hovawart     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Pointer     

    Conclusion: Cavachon versus Welsh Springer Spaniel. 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel better suits you and your family.