Which is Better between the Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel? A Very Detailed Review.

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Cavapoo Versus English Toy Spaniel: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Cavapoo and the English Toy 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 Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cavapoo and the English Toy 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 Cavapoo and for the English Toy Spaniel. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel.

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 English Toy Spaniel

Cavapoo versus English Toy Spaniel: Overview

Both the Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel are similar in size. The Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel 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 English Toy 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.

Cavapoo versus English Toy Spaniel: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cavapoo to the English Toy 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.

Factor Cavapoo English Toy Spaniel
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Height 9 to 14 inches 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 9 to 25 pounds 8 to 14 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $2430 $2350
Price Range $1500 – $2925 $2250 – $2525
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
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    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

    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 English Toy 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 a Cavapoo is 89 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a English Toy Spaniel is 74 out of 125.

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel

    Below is a list of where the Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel are most different:

  • Cavapoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies. However, English Toy Spaniels shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Cavapoos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly. However, English Toy Spaniels do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    • The Similarities Between the Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel

    The Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel are most similar:

  • Both the Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel are very easy to train.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Cavapoo versus English Toy Spaniel

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel.

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

    On the other hand, English Toy Spaniels weigh 8 to 14 pounds when fully grown. English Toy Spaniels are 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Price of Cavapoo versus Price of English Toy Spaniel

    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 English Toy Spaniel puppy is $2350. The price of the English Toy Spaniel typically ranges from $2250 – $2525. However, the price of a English Toy Spaniel can be as low as $2000 and as high as $2550. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 3 English Toy Spaniel puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Cavapoo is more expensive than the English Toy Spaniel.

    Cavapoo English Toy Spaniel
    Average Price $2430 $2350
    Price Range $1500 to $2925 $2250 to $2525

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Cavapoo and English Toy Spaniel. For different price points, the charts show how many Cavapoo puppies or how many English Toy Spaniel 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 English Toy Spaniels

    A breakdown of the prices of English Toy Spaniels

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cavapoo puppy or the English Toy Spaniel 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 from 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 one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Which one drools more, the Cavapoo or the English Toy Spaniel

    Cavapoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    English Toy Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cavapoo versus English Toy Spaniel

    Cavapoos do not like to be left alone.

    English Toy Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Do Cavapoos shed more than English Toy Spaniels?

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

    English Toy Spaniels shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Do Cavapoos Bark and Howl? What about English Toy Spaniels?

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

    English Toy Spaniels bark and howl, but not very much.

    Is the Cavapoo Better for Apartment Owners than the English Toy Spaniel?

    Cavapoos adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    English Toy Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cavapoo or the English Toy Spaniel?

    Cavapoos are OK for new dog owners.

    English Toy Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.

    Can Cavapoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    English Toy Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavapoo or the English Toy Spaniel?

    Cavapoos are moderately easy to groom.

    English Toy Spaniels are very easy to groom.

    Does the Cavapoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the English Toy Spaniel?

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

    English Toy Spaniels 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.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cavapoo vs. English Toy Spaniel

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

    English Toy Spaniels 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 Cold Weather? And can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cavapoos can very well tolerate cold weather.

    English Toy Spaniels cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavapoo or the English Toy Spaniel?

    Cavapoos get along very well with other dogs.

    English Toy Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Is the Cavapoo Easier to Train than the English Toy Spaniel?

    Cavapoos are very easy to train.

    English Toy Spaniels are fairly easy to train.

    Are Cavapoos good family dogs? What about English Toy Spaniels?

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

    English Toy Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Cavapoos and English Toy Spaniels?

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

    English Toy Spaniels do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    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 English Toy Spaniel vs Bernedoodle.
  • Cockapoo (81 percent match with Cavapoo). Here is our comparison of the English Toy Spaniel vs Cockapoo.
  • Cockalier (80 percent match with Cavapoo). Here is our comparison of the English Toy Spaniel vs Cockalier.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the English Toy Spaniel

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the English Toy 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 English Toy Spaniel:

  • Japanese Chin (74 percent match with English Toy Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Cavapoo vs Japanese Chin.
  • Pug (73 percent match with English Toy Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Cavapoo vs Pug.
  • French Bulldog (74 percent match with English Toy Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Cavapoo vs French Bulldog.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Cavapoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Cavapoo versus Norwich Terrier     Cavapoo versus Newfoundland     Cavapoo versus Great Dane     Cavapoo versus Yorkipoo     Cavapoo versus Boykin Spaniel     Cavapoo versus Bernedoodle     Cavapoo versus Maltipoo     Cavapoo versus Dogo Argentino     Cavapoo versus Havanese     Cavapoo versus Yorkipoo     

    English Toy Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    English Toy Spaniel versus Curly-Coated Retriever     English Toy Spaniel versus Toy Poodle     English Toy Spaniel versus American Water Spaniel     English Toy Spaniel versus Sheepadoodle     English Toy Spaniel versus Field Spaniel     English Toy Spaniel versus Gordon Setter     English Toy Spaniel versus Valley Bulldog     English Toy Spaniel versus Carolina Dog     English Toy Spaniel versus Goldador     English Toy Spaniel versus Bich Poo     

    Conclusion: Cavapoo versus English Toy 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 Cavapoo and the English Toy Spaniel better suits you and your family.