Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Sturdy
Amiable
Polite
Charming
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Alert
Friendly
Intelligent
Energetic
Independent
Protective

Cavaneses are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

American Eskimos shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Avoid Cavaneses as watchdogs - they're not effective.

American Eskimos make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

​United States

Germany

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Havanese

northern spitz

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
National Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
United Kennel Club

1980s

early 1900s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Fawn
Pied
Brown
Black
White

Fawn
White

Cavaneses have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

American Eskimos have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

A Cavanese can have a litter of 3-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An American Eskimo can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Cavaneses are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

American Eskimos have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Mitral Valve Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Syringomyelia

Retinal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Addison's Disease

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Liver Shunts

Patellar Luxation

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Electrocardiogram
Blood Work

Eye
Blood
Knee
Hip X-Rays

Cavaneses' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

American Eskimos thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Cavaneses need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

American Eskimos require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Cavaneses have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

American Eskimos are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Cavaneses are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

American Eskimo dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Chase, Walk, Car ride, Training, Play, Hide & Seek, Sunbathing, Fetch

Sniffing, Walk, Play, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Run, Walking fast, Jumping, Shake, Eating Snacks, Nap, Walking, Playing, Barking, Trekking

In general most Cavaneses usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most American Eskimos usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Cavanese should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, American Eskimo should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Scissors

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Cavanese feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 20-40 pound (9 - 18 kg) American Eskimo feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Cavanese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an American Eskimo is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Cavanese is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an American Eskimo is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Cavaneses are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

American Eskimo has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Cavaneses make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

American Eskimos are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Cavaneses are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

American Eskimos are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Cavaneses are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

American Eskimos are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Cavaneses are highly friendly around strangers.

American Eskimos are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Cavaneses are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

American Eskimos are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.