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

Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Devoted
Attentive
Tenacious
Fearless
Good-natured

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

Staffweilers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Havanese

Rottweiler, American Staffordshire Terrier

1980s

2000's

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Blue
Black
Brown

Fawn
Pied
Brown
Black
White

Black
Gray
Brown
Fawn
Blue
White
Brindle

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

Staffweilers 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 Staffweiler can have a litter of 8-12 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.

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

Mitral Valve Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Syringomyelia

Demodicosis
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Subaortic Stenosis

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Liver Shunts

Entropion
Deafness
Histiocytosis
Pancreatitis
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Hyperadrenocorticism
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy
Eye disorders and disease
Kidney Disease

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Electrocardiogram
Blood Work

Up:Uc Ratio For Kidney Function
Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination
Hearing and Ear Tests
Hip and Elbow X-rays

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

Dog training, Walking, Playing fetch, Walks, Tug of war, Playing, Relaxing, Tug-of-war, Catch treats, Walk, Go to Park, Belly rubs, Hiking, Snuggling, Lap dog, Tennis balls, Beach, Park, Wrestling, Chasing, Fetch, Rope chewing, Dog Parks, Running, Bitework, Cuddling, Working, Walking and tug, Chewing, Cuddles

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 Staffweiler, 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 Staffweilers usually need at least 180 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 Staffweiler is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Scissors

Slicker Brush
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 60-120 pound (27 - 54 kg) Staffweiler feed 3 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 Staffweiler is somewhere $3.90 - $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 Staffweiler is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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.

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

Staffweilers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Staffweilers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Staffweilers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Staffweilers are not dog-friendly.

Cavaneses are highly friendly around strangers.

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