Differences and Similarities between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua.

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Last Updated: Jun 14, 2022

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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Affenhuahua: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and for the Affenhuahua. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Affenhuahua.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Affenhuahua: Overview

A very important difference between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a small-sized dog while the Affenhuahua is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

On the other hand, the Affenhuahua belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Affenhuahua: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to the Affenhuahua based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua

Factor Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Affenhuahua
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 12 to 13 inches at the shoulder 6 to 12 inches
Weight 13 to 18 pounds 4 to 12 pounds
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 1/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 4/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Life Span 9 to 15 years 13 to 18 years
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 15.5 years
Average Price $2410 No Data
Price Range $1800 – $3000 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination;
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
    		•  No Data

    *Data from AKC.org (The American Kennel Club),dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (The American Temperament Test Society)

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Affenhuahua. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is 91 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Affenhuahua is 74 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a better pet than the Affenhuahua. So, you should get a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel!

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua

    Below is a list of where the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua are most different:

  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniels get along well with other dogs. However, Affenhuahuas do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very friendly towards strangers. However, Affenhuahuas are not very friendly towards strangers.

    • The Similarities Between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua

    The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua are most similar:

  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua are very easy to train.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    • Size Comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Affenhuahua

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua.

    The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel weighs 13 to 18 pounds when fully grown. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is 12 to 13 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, the Affenhuahua weighs 4 to 12 pounds when fully grown. The Affenhuahua is 6 to 12 inches when fully grown.

    Size of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Size of Affenhuahua

    Lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Affenhuahua

    The lifespan of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is between 9 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is 12.0 years.

    The lifespan of the Affenhuahua is between 13 to 18 years. The average lifespan of the Affenhuahua is 15.5 years.

    The Affenhuahua live longer than the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Affenhuahua

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Affenhuahuas do not like to be left alone.

    Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed more than Affenhuahuas?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed moderately.

    Affenhuahuas do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Affenhuahua?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very easy to groom.

    Affenhuahuas are very easy to groom.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Affenhuahua?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Affenhuahuas do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels good family dogs? What about Affenhuahuas?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Affenhuahuas are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Is the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Easier to Train than the Affenhuahua?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Affenhuahuas are fairly easy to train.

    Which one drools more, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Affenhuahua

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Affenhuahuas do have a very low tendency to drool.

    How Kid-friendly are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Affenhuahuas?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Affenhuahuas get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Does the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Affenhuahua?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Affenhuahuas have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Affenhuahuas?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Affenhuahuas are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Affenhuahuas cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs. Affenhuahua

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Affenhuahuas do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Affenhuahuas can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Is the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Affenhuahua?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    Affenhuahuas adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Affenhuahua?

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.

    Affenhuahuas are very good for new dog owners.

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    You may also be interested in how the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel compares to other breeds aside from the Affenhuahua. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to other breeds:

    Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Saint Bernard     Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Shetland Sheepdog     Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Mudi     Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Shichon     Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Yorkipoo     Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Mastiff     Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Beaglier     Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Harrier     Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Norwegian Buhund     Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Irish Setter     

    Conclusion: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Affenhuahua. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Affenhuahua better suits you and your family.