Bichon Frise vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Compare the Bichon Frise to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Bichon Frise and Cavalier King Charles Spaniels.

Bichon Frise vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Bichon Frise
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Bichon Frise
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
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General Details
Bichon Frise
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
9-15 Years
Height
9-11 Inches
12-13 Inches
Weight
7-12 Pounds
10-18 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Bichon Frise
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Origin Country
Spain
Unspecified
Origin Year
1300 AD
1500 AD
Temperament
Bichon Frise
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Bichon Frise
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Bichon Frise
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-75 °F
50-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Bichon Frise
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Energy Level
Medium to High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
15 MPH
14 MPH
Strength
Low
Low
Grooming Needs
Bichon Frise
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
None
Medium
Dander
None
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bichon Frise
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Bichon Frise
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Bichon Frise
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bichon Frise
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
9-15 Years
Health Concerns
Bichon Frise
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Allergies
Bladder stones
Vaccination sensitivity
Pediatric cataracts
Mitral valve disease
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Dry eye
Syringomyelia
Episodic falling
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bichon Frise
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Wavy
Silky
Wavy
Coat Length
Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Bichon Frise
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Breed Colors
White
White and Apricot
White and Buff
White and Cream
Black and Tan
Black and White
Blenheim
Ruby
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