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

Agile
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet
Athletic
Mischievous

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

Whippigs are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Havanese

Italian Greyhound and Whippet

1980s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Fawn
Pied
Brown
Black
White

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
White
Brindle

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 Whippig 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
Von Willebrand's Disease
Corneal Dystrophy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Liver Shunts

Cataracts
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy
Bone Fractures

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Electrocardiogram
Blood Work

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Body Physical Examination
DNA for VWD
Hip and Knee

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

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

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

Whippigs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Shopping, Tug-of-war, Nap, Hide & Seek, Speak, Cuddling, Tag, Running

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 Whippig, it's at least 8 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 Whippigs 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.

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

The Whippig is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

In general Whippig should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

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 20-30 pound (9 - 14 kg) Whippig 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 Whippig is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Whippig is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Whippig is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Whippigs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Whippigs 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.

Whippigs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Cavaneses are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

Whippigs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.