Differences and Similarities between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador.

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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Goldador: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador? 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and for the Goldador. 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Goldador.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Goldador: Overview

A very important difference between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a small-sized dog while the Goldador is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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.

On the other hand, the Goldador belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Goldador: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to the Goldador 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador

Factor Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Goldador
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Height 12 to 13 inches at the shoulder 22 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 13 to 18 pounds 60 to 80 pounds
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 4/5
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Life Span 9 to 15 years 10 to 15 years
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 12.5 years
Average Price $2440 $1320
Price Range $1800 – $3000 $900 – $1650
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination;
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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 Goldador. 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is 91 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Goldador is 93 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Goldador is a better pet than the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. So, you should get the Goldador!

    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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador

    Below is a list of where the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador are most different:

  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniels do not like to be left alone. However, Goldadors can be left alone for some time without problems.
  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniels do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful. However, Goldadors do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniels adapt well to apartment living. However, Goldadors do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • The Similarities Between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador

    The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador are most similar:

  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador are very easy to train.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Goldador

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador.

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels weigh 13 to 18 pounds when fully grown. Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are 12 to 13 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Goldadors weigh 60 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Goldadors are 22 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Goldador

    The lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels is between 9 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels is 12.0 years.

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

    Goldadors live longer than Cavalier King Charles Spaniels.

    Price of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Price of Goldador

    The average price of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy is $2440. The price of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel typically ranges from $1800 – $3000. However, the price of a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel can be as low as $300 and as high as $29550. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1217 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Goldador puppy is $1320. The price of the Goldador typically ranges from $900 – $1650. However, the price of the Goldador can be as low as $875 and as high as $2700. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 33 Goldador puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is more expensive than the Goldador.

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Goldador
    Average Price $2440 $1320
    Price Range $1800 to $3000 $900 to $1650

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Goldador. For different price points, the charts show how many Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies or how many Goldador puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Goldadors?

    A breakdown of the prices of Goldadors?

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy or the Goldador 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: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Goldador

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Goldadors can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed more than Goldadors?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed moderately.

    Goldadors shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Goldador

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Goldadors do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Goldador?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very easy to groom.

    Goldadors are very easy to groom.

    Does the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Goldador?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Goldadors 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.

    Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Goldadors?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

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

    Can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Goldadors Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Goldadors can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs. Goldador

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

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

    Can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Goldadors Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Goldadors can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Goldador?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Goldadors get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels good family dogs? What about Goldadors?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

    How Kid-friendly are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Goldadors?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Easier to Train than the Goldador?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Goldadors are very easy to train.

    Is the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Goldador?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    Goldadors do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Goldador?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.

    Goldadors are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cavalier King Charles 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel:

  • Cavachon (84 percent match with Cavalier King Charles Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Goldador vs Cavachon.
  • Cockalier (81 percent match with Cavalier King Charles Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Goldador vs Cockalier.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldador

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

  • Goldendoodle (76 percent match with Goldador). Here is our comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Goldendoodle.
  • Dalmatian (75 percent match with Goldador). Here is our comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Dalmatian.
  • Labradoodle (85 percent match with Goldador). Here is our comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Labradoodle.
  • Pyredoodle (75 percent match with Goldador). Here is our comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pyredoodle.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and how the Goldador compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and of the Goldador to other breeds:

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Goldador Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Goldador. 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Goldador better suits you and your family.