Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shar-pei

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shar-Pei
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Shar-Pei
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Shar-Pei
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General Details
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Shar-Pei
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
9-15 Years
8-12 Years
Height
12-13 Inches
18-20 Inches
Weight
10-18 Pounds
40-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Below Average
History
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Shar-Pei
Origin Country
Unspecified
China
Origin Year
1500 AD
-200 BC
Temperament
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Shar-Pei
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Shar-Pei
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Shar-Pei
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
45-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
None
Exercise Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Shar-Pei
Energy Level
Medium
Low to Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
14 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Low
High
Grooming Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Shar-Pei
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Shar-Pei
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Shar-Pei
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Shar-Pei
Aggression
None
Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
None
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Shar-Pei
Average Lifespan
9-15 Years
8-12 Years
Health Concerns
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Shar-Pei
Common Health Issues
Mitral valve disease
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Dry eye
Syringomyelia
Episodic falling
Bloat
Cancer
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Demodectic mange
Glaucoma
Fever
Seborrheic dermatitis
Pyoderma
Cutaneous mucinosis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Shar-Pei
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Wavy
Rough
Wrinkly
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Shar-Pei
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blenheim
Blenheim
Ruby
Ruby
Apricot Dilute
Apricot Dilute
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brown
Brown
Cream
Cream
Cream Dilute
Cream Dilute
Fawn
Fawn
Lilac Dilute
Lilac Dilute
Red
Red
White
White
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