Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Spanish Mastiff

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Spanish Mastiff
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Spanish Mastiff
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Spanish Mastiff
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General Details
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Spanish Mastiff
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
9-15 Years
10-14 Years
Height
12-13 Inches
28-35 Inches
Weight
10-18 Pounds
88-150 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Spanish Mastiff
Origin Country
Unspecified
Spain
Origin Year
1500 AD
-2000 BC
Temperament
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Spanish Mastiff
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Spanish Mastiff
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Spanish Mastiff
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Spanish Mastiff
Energy Level
Medium
Low to Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
14 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Low
Very High
Grooming Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Spanish Mastiff
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low to Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Spanish Mastiff
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Spanish Mastiff
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Spanish Mastiff
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
None
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Spanish Mastiff
Average Lifespan
9-15 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Spanish Mastiff
Common Health Issues
Mitral valve disease
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Dry eye
Syringomyelia
Episodic falling
Bloat
Cancer
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Panosteitis
Obesity
Dental problems
Heart problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Spanish Mastiff
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Wavy
Wooly
Coat Length
Medium
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Spanish Mastiff
Breed Colors
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