A Detailed Comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Shiranian.

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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Shiranian: 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 Shiranian? 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 Shiranian 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 Shiranian.

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

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 Shiranian.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Shiranian: Overview

Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Shiranian are similar in size. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Shiranian are both small-sized dogs.

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 Shiranian belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Shiranian: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to the Shiranian 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 Shiranian

Factor Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Shiranian
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Height 12 to 13 inches at the shoulder 7 to 12 inches
Weight 13 to 18 pounds 4 to 16 pounds
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
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
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 4/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Life Span 9 to 15 years 12 to 16 years
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 14.0 years
Average Price $2440 $1230
Price Range $1800 – $3000 $925 – $1200
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 Shiranian. 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 Shiranian is 84 out of 125.

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

    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 Shiranian so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Shiranian

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

  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Shiranian do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Shiranian do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Shiranian cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Shiranian are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Shiranian do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Shiranian do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Shiranian gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Shiranian are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Shiranian adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Shiranian are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Shiranian 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Shiranian are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Shiranian are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Shiranian are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Shiranian

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

    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, Shiranians weigh 4 to 16 pounds when fully grown. Shiranians are 7 to 12 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Shiranian

    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 Shiranians is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Shiranians is 14.0 years.

    Shiranians live longer than Cavalier King Charles Spaniels.

    Price of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Price of Shiranian

    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 Shiranian puppy is $1230. The price of the Shiranian typically ranges from $925 – $1200. However, the price of the Shiranian can be as low as $400 and as high as $4800. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 35 Shiranian puppies listed for sale from various sources.

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

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Shiranian
    Average Price $2440 $1230
    Price Range $1800 to $3000 $925 to $1200

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Shiranian. For different price points, the charts show how many Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies or how many Shiranian 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 Shiranians

    A breakdown of the prices of Shiranians

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

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

    Shiranians do not like to be left alone.

    Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed more than Shiranians?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed moderately.

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

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

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

    Shiranians do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very easy to groom.

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

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

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

    Shiranians 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 Shiranians?

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

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

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

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels can moderately tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs. Shiranian

    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.

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

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

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

    Shiranians cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

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

    Shiranians get along fairly well with other dogs.

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

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

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

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

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

    Shiranians get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Shiranians are not easy to train.

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

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    Shiranians adapt very well to apartment living.

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

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

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

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

  • Pomapoo (75 percent match with Shiranian). Here is our comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomapoo.
  • Shichon (74 percent match with Shiranian). Here is our comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shichon.
  • Shihpoo (76 percent match with Shiranian). Here is our comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shihpoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Shiranian Versus Other Dog Breeds

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