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

Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Inquisitive
Bold
Cheerful

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

Patterjacks are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Avoid Cavaneses as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Patterjacks are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Havanese

Patterdale Terrier, Jack Russell

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1980s

Unknown

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Isabella

Fawn
Pied
Brown
Black
White

Black
Brown
Red
Sable
Brindle
White

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

Patterjacks have short coats.

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.

A Patterjack can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Mitral Valve Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Syringomyelia

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Liver Shunts

Ear Infections
Otitis Interna and Media

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Electrocardiogram
Blood Work

Ophthalmic And Ear Exam
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
MRI Scan
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Cavanese has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Patterjack has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Patterjacks 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.

Patterjacks 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.

Patterjacks bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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

Chase, Fetch, Ball, Long walks, Playing fetch, Cuddling, Tug-of-war, Ball throwing, Walking, Doggy day care, Play, Walks, Walk, Run, Sleep, Beach, Playing, Teaching, Go to Beach, Cuddles

Cavaneses are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Patterjacks are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cavanese, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Patterjack, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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 Patterjacks usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Cavanese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Patterjack has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Scissors

Pin Brush
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 12-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Patterjack feed 2 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 a Patterjack is somewhere $2.10 - $4.20 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 a Patterjack is between $42 - $49. This makes an average of $504 - $588 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.

Patterjack is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Cavaneses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Patterjack is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

Patterjacks 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.

Patterjacks 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.

Patterjacks 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.

Patterjacks are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Cavaneses are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Patterjacks may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.