Boxer vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

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

Boxer vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Boxer
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Boxer
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
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General Details
Boxer
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
9-15 Years
Height
21-25 Inches
12-13 Inches
Weight
53-70 Pounds
10-18 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Boxer
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Origin Country
Germany
Unspecified
Origin Year
1894 AD
1500 AD
Temperament
Boxer
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Boxer
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Boxer
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
60-80 °F
50-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Boxer
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
27 MPH
14 MPH
Strength
High
Low
Grooming Needs
Boxer
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Boxer
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Boxer
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Boxer
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
None
None
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
None
Remove Vermin
None
None
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Boxer
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
9-15 Years
Health Concerns
Boxer
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Corneal dystrophy
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Demodectic mange
Deafness
Aortic stenosis
Boxer cardiomyopathy
Mitral valve disease
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Dry eye
Syringomyelia
Episodic falling
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Boxer
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Silky
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Boxer
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Breed Colors
Brindle
Brindle
Fawn
Fawn
White
White
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blenheim
Blenheim
Ruby
Ruby
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