Australian Cattle Dog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Compare the Australian Cattle Dog to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Cattle Dogs and Cavalier King Charles Spaniels.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Australian Cattle Dog
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Australian Cattle Dog
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
9-15 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
12-13 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
10-18 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Origin Country
Australia
Unspecified
Origin Year
1840 AD
1500 AD
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
50-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
14 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
None
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
9-15 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Mitral valve disease
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Dry eye
Syringomyelia
Episodic falling
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Silky
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Red Speckled
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