Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Chihuahua

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Chihuahua
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Chihuahua
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Chihuahua
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General Details
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Chihuahua
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
9-15 Years
15-20 Years
Height
12-13 Inches
6-9 Inches
Weight
10-18 Pounds
3-6 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Chihuahua
Origin Country
Unspecified
Mexico
Origin Year
1500 AD
1850 AD
Temperament
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Chihuahua
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Chihuahua
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Chihuahua
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
50-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Chihuahua
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
14 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Low
Low
Grooming Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Chihuahua
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Chihuahua
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Chihuahua
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Chihuahua
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Chihuahua
Average Lifespan
9-15 Years
15-20 Years
Health Concerns
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Chihuahua
Common Health Issues
Mitral valve disease
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Dry eye
Syringomyelia
Episodic falling
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Heart murmurs
Open fontanel
Collapsed trachea
Luxating patella
Pulmonic stenosis
Hypoglycemia
Hydrocephalus
Shivering
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Obesity
Dental problems
Respiratory problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Chihuahua
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Wavy
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short to Long
Coat Coloring
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Chihuahua
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blenheim
Blenheim
Ruby
Ruby
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blue
Blue
Chocolate
Chocolate
Chocolate Brindled Fawn
Chocolate Brindled Fawn
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Gold
Gold
Red
Red
Silver
Silver
Silver and White
Silver and White
White
White
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