Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Japanese Chin
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Chin
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Chin
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General Details
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Chin
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
9-15 Years
10-12 Years
Height
12-13 Inches
8-11 Inches
Weight
10-18 Pounds
4-9 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Chin
Origin Country
Unspecified
China
Origin Year
1500 AD
700 AD
Temperament
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Chin
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Chin
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Chin
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Chin
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
14 MPH
12 MPH
Strength
Low
Low
Grooming Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Chin
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low to Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Chin
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Chin
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Chin
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
None
Chasing
Below Average
None
Follow Commands
Below Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Below Average
None
Protection
None
None
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Chin
Average Lifespan
9-15 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Chin
Common Health Issues
Mitral valve disease
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Dry eye
Syringomyelia
Episodic falling
Entropion
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Heart murmurs
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Heart problems
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Chin
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Wavy
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Chin
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blenheim
Blenheim
Ruby
Ruby
Black and White
Black and White
Black, White, and Tan
Black, White, and Tan
Lemon and White
Lemon and White
Red and White
Red and White
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