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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Papillon Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cavalier or Snap Dog or Continental Toy Spaniel? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon breeds.
Cavalier
Cavie
Cav
Snap Dog
English Whippet
Continental Toy Spaniel
Epagneul Nain
Epagneul Nain Continental
Phalène
Squirrel Dog
Butterfly Dog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Papillon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which breed is the largest?
Small Medium Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon? Compare adult weight ranges.
10-18 pounds (5-8 kg) 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
14 pounds (6.5 kg) 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Papillon? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Papillon height comparison:
12-13 inches (30-33 cm) Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm) Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
12.5 inches (31.5 cm) Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Papillon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1200-$1500 $800-$1200 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Papillon?
Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Papillon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which is easiest to train?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train.
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Whippet dogs are easy to train.
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Papillon dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which breed is most alert?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Whippet dogs are average watchdogs.
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Papillon dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which breed is most protective?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Papillon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon? Compare temperaments.
Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Papillon?
High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Papillon social needs comparison:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home.
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Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Papillon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal.
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A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Papillon is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Papillon indoors.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Papillon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which breed is most flexible?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Papillon?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Papillon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which uses mouth most during play?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Whippet bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Papillon bite force: Weak.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Papillon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which breed lives longest?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which handles climate changes best?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which has fewer health issues?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Papillon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Papillon health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Dry Eye
Episodic Falling Syndrome
Syringomyelia
Heart Murmurs
Hypothyroidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Heart Problems
Deafness
Vaccination Sensitivity
Drug Sensitivity
Arthritis
Kidney Issues
Addison's Disease
Collapsed Trachea
Open Fontanel
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Hypoglycemia

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Papillon Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which breed is most active?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Papillon exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Papillon? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need.
Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.
Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Papillon?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.
Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Papillon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics.
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Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which needs most food?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Papillon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. What colors are available?
Tan
Tricolor
Blenheim
Ruby
Black
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Fawn
Black
Tan
Red
White
Sable
Lemon
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which drools least?
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which has least natural smell?

High 🔼

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered Fine
Short
Close in texture
Feathered
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Papillon? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or {name3 shedding:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average.
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Whippet dogs are low shedders.
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Papillon dogs shed none to minimal.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Papillon Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which is best with kids?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Papillon? Which dog is more friendly?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Papillon?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Whippet or Papillon?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Papillon?
Yes
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Papillon is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.
Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Papillon As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which is best suited for service work?

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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which has best nose work ability?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which is best for SAR work?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which has most military use?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Papillon Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which has most puppies?
3-5 puppies 4-8 puppies 2-4 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Whippet vs Papillon Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Whippet, and Papillon. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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