Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Patterdale Terrier

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Patterdale Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Patterdale Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Patterdale Terrier
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General Details
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Patterdale Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
9-15 Years
11-13 Years
Height
12-13 Inches
10-20 Inches
Weight
10-18 Pounds
11-18 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Patterdale Terrier
Origin Country
Unspecified
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1500 AD
1940 AD
Temperament
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Patterdale Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Patterdale Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Patterdale Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Patterdale Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
Very High
Top Running Speed
14 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium
Grooming Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Patterdale Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Patterdale Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Patterdale Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Patterdale Terrier
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Above Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
None
Average
Remove Vermin
None
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Patterdale Terrier
Average Lifespan
9-15 Years
11-13 Years
Health Concerns
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Patterdale Terrier
Common Health Issues
Mitral valve disease
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Dry eye
Syringomyelia
Episodic falling
Pink Eye
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Patterdale Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Silky
Wavy
Rough
Coat Length
Medium
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Patterdale Terrier
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blenheim
Blenheim
Ruby
Ruby
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue
Blue
Chocolate
Chocolate
Red
Red
Tan
Tan
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