Cavachon
Complete Breed Guide
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Quick Facts About Cavachons
Toy
15–35 lbs
12–16"
Yes
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Overview
The Cavachon originated in the United States due to an accidental mating between a champion Cavalier King Charles Spaniel a Bichon Frise in 1998. The mating resulted in what became known as a Cavachon.
Temperament and Behavior
The Cavachon is a very affectionate and gentle breed with a strong desire to please. This breed will do extremely well with children of all ages. The Cavachon is known to be very tolerable of play with small children. They also get along well with other family pets. However, as stated previously, the Cavachon is a mix of the Bichon Frise and the Cavalier King Charles. A mixed breed dog can have a combination of any of the temperament and characteristics of any breed involved. It is recommended that you thoroughly research all breeds involved in your mixed breed puppy to ensure that you are amenable and prepared for any of the possibilities.
Coat & Grooming
The coat on a Cavachon is usually fluffy, quite thick and curly. The Cavachon's coat is very full and can grow to a length of 3-5 inches long. This breed sheds minimally and will be a great selection for those with allergy issues. The color of the Cavachon's coat can vary a great deal due to the nature of the mix, however, shades of white or brown are the most common. Although, a solid peach color, tri-colored, sable and white and even black and tan are possible coat colors as well.
Lifestyle & Living Conditions
The Cavachon is a very affectionate and gentle breed with a strong desire to please. This breed will do extremely well with children of all ages. The Cavachon is known to be very tolerable of play with small children. They also get along well with other family pets. However, as stated previously, the Cavachon is a mix of the Bichon Frise and the Cavalier King Charles. A mixed breed dog can have a combination of any of the temperament and characteristics of any breed involved. It is recommended that you thoroughly research all breeds involved in your mixed breed puppy to ensure that you are amenable and prepared for any of the possibilities.
Exercise & Activity
The Cavachon is not an extremely high energy dog. They are quite active indoors and will enjoy playing with the family all day. They will still require a daily walk to expel any excess energy. A Cavachon should not be left in an unfenced area unsupervised, as they may be prone to run off. While the Cavachon does like to play, they will be just as happy living it up in your lap, snoozing the afternoon away.
Characteristics at-a-glance
Ratings are on a scale of 1–10, based on breed standards and typical temperament.
Cavachon FAQs
Common questions about the Cavachon breed, answered by our editorial team.
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