Which is Better between the Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested? A Very Detailed Review.

Quick Links: Table of Contents

Cavapoo Versus Chinese Crested: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested? 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 Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested 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 Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested 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 Cavapoo and for the Chinese Crested. 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 Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Cavapoo or the Chinese Crested.

Cavapoo versus Chinese Crested

Cavapoo versus Chinese Crested: Overview

Both the Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested are similar in size. The Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested are both small-sized dogs.

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

On the other hand, the Chinese Crested 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.

Cavapoo versus Chinese Crested: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cavapoo to the Chinese Crested 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 Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested

Factor Cavapoo Chinese Crested
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 14 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 3/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 2/5
General Health 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Height 9 to 14 inches 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 9 to 25 pounds Up to 12 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.0 years
Average Price $2430 $1430
Price Range $1500 – $2925 $1000 – $1600
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination- Yearly Exams Recommended
  • Hip Dysplasia/Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation
  • prcd-PRA DNA Test
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • RCD3-PRA DNA Test
  • Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cavapoo 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 Chinese Crested. 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 Cavapoo is 89 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Chinese Crested is 87 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cavapoo is a better pet than the Chinese Crested. So, you should get the Cavapoo!

    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 Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested

    Below is a list of where the Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested are most different:

  • Cavapoos can tolerate cold weather. However, Chinese Cresteds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • The Similarities Between the Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested

    The Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested are most similar:

  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested are very easy to train.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Cavapoo versus Chinese Crested

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested.

    Cavapoos weigh 9 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Cavapoos are 9 to 14 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Chinese Cresteds weigh Up to 12 pounds when fully grown. Chinese Cresteds are 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Cavapoo versus Chinese Crested

    The lifespan of Cavapoos is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Cavapoos is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is 12.0 years.

    Cavapoos live longer than Chinese Cresteds.

    Price of Cavapoo versus Price of Chinese Crested

    The average price of the Cavapoo puppy is $2430. The price of the Cavapoo typically ranges from $1500 – $2925. However, the price of a Cavapoo can be as low as $180 and as high as $23000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1593 Cavapoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Chinese Crested puppy is $1430. The price of the Chinese Crested typically ranges from $1000 – $1600. However, the price of the Chinese Crested can be as low as $500 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 157 Chinese Crested puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Cavapoo is more expensive than the Chinese Crested.

    Cavapoo Chinese Crested
    Average Price $2430 $1430
    Price Range $1500 to $2925 $1000 to $1600

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Cavapoo and Chinese Crested. For different price points, the charts show how many Cavapoo puppies or how many Chinese Crested puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Cavapoos. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Cavapoos. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Chinese Cresteds

    A breakdown of the prices of Chinese Cresteds

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cavapoo puppy or the Chinese Crested 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: Cavapoo versus Chinese Crested

    Cavapoos do not like to be left alone.

    Chinese Cresteds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Cavapoos shed more than Chinese Cresteds?

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

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

    Which one drools more, the Cavapoo or the Chinese Crested

    Cavapoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Chinese Cresteds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavapoo or the Chinese Crested?

    Cavapoos are moderately easy to groom.

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

    Does the Cavapoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Chinese Crested?

    Cavapoos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Chinese Cresteds have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Cavapoos Bark and Howl? What about Chinese Cresteds?

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

    Chinese Cresteds bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Cavapoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cavapoos can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Chinese Cresteds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cavapoo vs. Chinese Crested

    Cavapoos have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

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

    Can Cavapoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Chinese Cresteds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavapoo or the Chinese Crested?

    Cavapoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Chinese Cresteds get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Cavapoos good family dogs? What about Chinese Cresteds?

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

    Chinese Cresteds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Cavapoos and Chinese Cresteds?

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

    Chinese Cresteds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Cavapoo Easier to Train than the Chinese Crested?

    Cavapoos are very easy to train.

    Chinese Cresteds are very easy to train.

    Is the Cavapoo Better for Apartment Owners than the Chinese Crested?

    Cavapoos adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Chinese Cresteds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cavapoo or the Chinese Crested?

    Cavapoos are OK for new dog owners.

    Chinese Cresteds are OK for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cavapoo

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

  • Bernedoodle (82 percent match with Cavapoo). Here is our comparison of the Chinese Crested vs Bernedoodle.
  • Cockapoo (81 percent match with Cavapoo). Here is our comparison of the Chinese Crested vs Cockapoo.
  • Cockalier (80 percent match with Cavapoo). Here is our comparison of the Chinese Crested vs Cockalier.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Crested

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

  • Bolognese (75 percent match with Chinese Crested). Here is our comparison of the Cavapoo vs Bolognese.
  • Japanese Chin (75 percent match with Chinese Crested). Here is our comparison of the Cavapoo vs Japanese Chin.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Cavapoo and how the Chinese Crested compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cavapoo and of the Chinese Crested to other breeds:

    Cavapoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Cavapoo versus Lakeland Terrier     Cavapoo versus Yorkshire Terrier     Cavapoo versus Toy Poodle     Cavapoo versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Cavapoo versus Pug     Cavapoo versus Leonberger     Cavapoo versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Cavapoo versus Siberian Husky     Cavapoo versus Yorkshire Terrier     Cavapoo versus Basset Hound     Cavapoo versus Akita Chow     Cavapoo versus Maltese     Cavapoo versus Shiloh Shepherd     Cavapoo versus Ibizan Hound     Cavapoo versus Portuguese Pointer     Cavapoo versus Puli     Cavapoo versus Brussels Griffon     Cavapoo versus Labradoodle     Cavapoo versus Cane Corso     Cavapoo versus Siberian Husky     Cavapoo versus Miniature Pinscher     Cavapoo versus Pug     Cavapoo versus Frenchton     Cavapoo versus Cockapoo     Cavapoo versus English Toy Spaniel     

    Chinese Crested Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chinese Crested versus Kai Ken     Chinese Crested versus Kooikerhondje     Chinese Crested versus Goldendoodle     Chinese Crested versus Chorkie     Chinese Crested versus Giant Schnauzer     Chinese Crested versus Goldador     Chinese Crested versus Cane Corso     Chinese Crested versus Berger Picard     Chinese Crested versus French Bulldog     Chinese Crested versus Pyredoodle     Chinese Crested versus English Cocker Spaniel     Chinese Crested versus Bulldog     Chinese Crested versus Scottish Terrier     Chinese Crested versus Chorkie     Chinese Crested versus Briard     Chinese Crested versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Chinese Crested versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Chinese Crested versus Korean Jindo Dog     Chinese Crested versus Briard     Chinese Crested versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Chinese Crested versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Chinese Crested versus Shihpoo     Chinese Crested versus American Hairless Terrier     Chinese Crested versus Cocker Spaniel     Chinese Crested versus Beagle     

    Conclusion: Cavapoo versus Chinese Crested. 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 Cavapoo and the Chinese Crested better suits you and your family.