Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs King Charles Spaniel

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs King Charles Spaniel
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
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General Details
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
9-15 Years
10-12 Years
Height
12-13 Inches
10-11 Inches
Weight
10-18 Pounds
8-14 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Origin Country
Unspecified
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1500 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
55-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Energy Level
Medium
Low
Exercise Required
Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
14 MPH
14 MPH
Strength
Low
Low
Grooming Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Average Lifespan
9-15 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Mitral valve disease
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Dry eye
Syringomyelia
Episodic falling
Mitral valve disease
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Patent ductus arteriosus
Open fontanel
Umbilical hernias
Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Cleft palate
Retinal dysplasia
Seborrheic dermatitis
Fused toes
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Wavy
Silky
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blenheim
Blenheim
Ruby
Ruby
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