Breed Comparison: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Xoloitzcuintli

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

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

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 Xoloitzcuintli.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Xoloitzcuintli: Overview

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

Furthermore, both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Xoloitzcuintli are Companion Dogs. This means both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Xoloitzcuintli 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.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Xoloitzcuintli: Comparison Table

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

Factor Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Xoloitzcuintli
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 12 to 13 inches at the shoulder 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the
Weight 13 to 18 pounds 10 to 50 pounds
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 1/5
Easygoing 1/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Life Span 9 to 15 years 14 to 20 years
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 17.0 years
Average Price $2440 $1890
Price Range $1800 – $3000 $1000 – $2500
Temperament Score 85.5 percent 87.5 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination;
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination by a boarded ACVO Opthalmologist
  • OFA Hip Evaluation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 18 138

    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 Xoloitzcuintli. 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 Xoloitzcuintli is 74 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a better pet than the Xoloitzcuintli. 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 Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli

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

  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Xoloitzcuintlis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • 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. However, Xoloitzcuintlis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are good for new dog owners. However, Xoloitzcuintlis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniels get along well with other dogs. However, Xoloitzcuintlis do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very friendly towards strangers. However, Xoloitzcuintlis are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • The Similarities Between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Xoloitzcuintli

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

  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Xoloitzcuintli do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Xoloitzcuintli do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Xoloitzcuintli cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Xoloitzcuintli do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Xoloitzcuintli are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Xoloitzcuintli are very easy to train.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Xoloitzcuintli are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Xoloitzcuintli require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Xoloitzcuintli adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Xoloitzcuintli

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

    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, Xoloitzcuintlis weigh 10 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Xoloitzcuintlis are 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Xoloitzcuintli

    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 Xoloitzcuintlis is between 14 to 20 years. The average lifespan of Xoloitzcuintlis is 17.0 years.

    Xoloitzcuintlis live longer than Cavalier King Charles Spaniels.

    Temperament of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus the Xoloitzcuintli

    The Xoloitzcuintli has a better temperament than the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

    This is because the temperament score for the Xoloitzcuintli is 87.5 percent while the temperament score for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is 85.5 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 85.5 percent, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 87.5 percent, the Xoloitzcuintli has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Xoloitzcuintli by measuring the temperaments of 62 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and 8 Xoloitzcuintlis.

    Price of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Price of Xoloitzcuintli

    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 Xoloitzcuintli puppy is $1890. The price of the Xoloitzcuintli typically ranges from $1000 – $2500. However, the price of the Xoloitzcuintli can be as low as $500 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 33 Xoloitzcuintli puppies listed for sale from various sources.

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

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Xoloitzcuintli
    Average Price $2440 $1890
    Price Range $1800 to $3000 $1000 to $2500

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Xoloitzcuintlis

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

    Adopting the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Adopting the Xoloitzcuintli

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and many Xoloitzcuintlis are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Charlie that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Cavalier King Charles Spaniels like Charlie on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Xoloitzcuintlis are also available for adoption. For example, Vlad – Sanctuary – Sponsor My Care is a Male Xoloitzcuintli that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Xoloitzcuintlis like Vlad – Sanctuary – Sponsor My Care that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Xoloitzcuintli can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Charlie is the name of another Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    You can find more Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Xoloitzcuintlis that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Popularity of Xoloitzcuintli

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Xoloitzcuintli over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is more popular with dog owners than the Xoloitzcuintli. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is 18 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Xoloitzcuintli is 138 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

    Popularity of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

    Popularity of Xoloitzcuintli

    Popularity of Xoloitzcuintli

    Year Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Popularity Rank Xoloitzcuintli Popularity Rank
    2013 18 139
    2014 19 142
    2015 18 135
    2016 19 139
    2017 19 143
    2018 18 140
    2019 16 137
    2020 17 131

    Health Problems of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Health Problems of Xoloitzcuintli

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Xoloitzcuintli are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Xoloitzcuintli is prone to the same number of genetic health problems as the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

    4 health tests are recommended for Cavalier King Charles Spaniel while 4 tests are recommended for the Xoloitzcuintli.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and in Xoloitzcuintlis.

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Health Problems

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Cavalier King Charles Spaniels for:

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination;
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Cavalier King Charles Spaniels here.

    Xoloitzcuintli Health Problems

    Xoloitzcuintlis are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Xoloitzcuintli puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Xoloitzcuintli puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Xoloitzcuintli breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Xoloitzcuintlis for:

  • Patellar Luxation
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination by a boarded ACVO Opthalmologist
  • OFA Hip Evaluation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Xoloitzcuintlis here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Xoloitzcuintlis

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Breed is Episodic Falling problems.

    This is because the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel ranks 1 out of 1 dog breeds for Episodic Falling problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 454 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, 3 of them had Episodic Falling problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, and how common these diseases are in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Episodic Falling problems: Rank 1 out of 1 Dog Breeds
  • Basic Cardiac problems: Rank 3 out of 16 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 4 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 13 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 16 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 19 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 73 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 79 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 101 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 115 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Xoloitzcuintli Breed is Eyes problems.

    This is because the Xoloitzcuintli ranks 55 out of 182 dog breeds for Eyes problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 50 Xoloitzcuintlis, 1 of them had Eyes problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Xoloitzcuintlis, and how common these diseases are in Xoloitzcuintlis relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Eyes problems: Rank 55 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and in Xoloitzcuintli and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Xoloitzcuintli:

    Disease Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Rank Xoloitzcuintli Rank
    Episodic Falling problems 1 out of 1 dog breeds Not Common
    Basic Cardiac problems 3 out of 16 dog breeds Not Common
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems 4 out of 70 dog breeds Not Common
    Congenital Cardiac problems 13 out of 159 dog breeds Not Common
    Advanced Cardiac problems 16 out of 71 dog breeds Not Common
    Dentition Database problems 19 out of 49 dog breeds Not Common
    Patella problems 73 out of 145 dog breeds Not Common
    Hips problems 79 out of 198 dog breeds Not Common
    Eyes problems 101 out of 182 dog breeds 55 out of 182 dog breeds
    Elbow problems 115 out of 144 dog breeds Not Common

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Xoloitzcuintli

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

    Xoloitzcuintlis do not like to be left alone.

    Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed more than Xoloitzcuintlis?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed moderately.

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

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

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

    Xoloitzcuintlis do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very easy to groom.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are very easy to groom.

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

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

    Xoloitzcuintlis 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Xoloitzcuintlis?

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

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

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

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Xoloitzcuintlis can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs. Xoloitzcuintli

    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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Xoloitzcuintlis do not get along well with other dogs.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are fairly easy to train.

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

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    Xoloitzcuintlis adapt very well to apartment living.

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

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

    Xoloitzcuintlis are not the best dogs 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 Xoloitzcuintli vs Cavachon.
  • Cockalier (81 percent match with Cavalier King Charles Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Xoloitzcuintli vs Cockalier.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Xoloitzcuintli

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

  • Glen of Imaal Terrier (70 percent match with Xoloitzcuintli). Here is our comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Glen of Imaal Terrier.
  • Karelian Bear Dog (70 percent match with Xoloitzcuintli). Here is our comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Karelian Bear Dog.
  • Lhasapoo (71 percent match with Xoloitzcuintli). Here is our comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Lhasapoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Xoloitzcuintli Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Xoloitzcuintli versus Golden Retriever     Xoloitzcuintli versus Miniature Poodle     Xoloitzcuintli versus Bedlington Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Silky Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Saint Bernard     Xoloitzcuintli versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Xoloitzcuintli versus Australian Kelpie     Xoloitzcuintli versus Standard Poodle     Xoloitzcuintli versus Aussiedoodle     Xoloitzcuintli versus English Setter     Xoloitzcuintli versus Cockalier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Maltipoo     Xoloitzcuintli versus Basset Hound     Xoloitzcuintli versus Finnish Spitz     Xoloitzcuintli versus Norwegian Buhund     Xoloitzcuintli versus Bulldog     Xoloitzcuintli versus Stabyhoun     Xoloitzcuintli versus King Shepherd     Xoloitzcuintli versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Xoloitzcuintli versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Xoloitzcuintli versus Chinook     Xoloitzcuintli versus Giant Schnauzer     Xoloitzcuintli versus Redbone Coonhound     Xoloitzcuintli versus Cairn Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Scottish Terrier     

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