Last Updated: Jun 14, 2022
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- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Bernedoodle: Introduction
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Bernedoodle: Overview
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Bernedoodle: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Bernedoodle
- Size Comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Bernedoodle
- Appearance (Colors) of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Bernedoodle
- Lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Bernedoodle
- Price of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Price of Bernedoodle
- Adopting the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Adopting the Bernedoodle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Bernedoodle
- Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed more than Bernedoodles?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Bernedoodle?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Bernedoodle?
- Are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels good family dogs? What about Bernedoodles?
- Is the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Easier to Train than the Bernedoodle?
- Which one drools more, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Bernedoodle
- How Kid-friendly are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Bernedoodles?
- Does the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bernedoodle?
- Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Bernedoodles?
- Can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bernedoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs. Bernedoodle
- Can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bernedoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Bernedoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Bernedoodle: 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 Bernedoodle? 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 Bernedoodle 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 Bernedoodle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Bernedoodle 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 Bernedoodle. 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 Bernedoodle.
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 Bernedoodle.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Bernedoodle: Overview
A very important difference between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Bernedoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a small-sized dog while the Bernedoodle is a medium-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 Bernedoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Bernedoodle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to the Bernedoodle 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 Bernedoodle
| Factor | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Bernedoodle |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 12 to 13 inches at the shoulder | From 10 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder, as size |
| Weight | 13 to 18 pounds | 70 to 90 pounds |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 9 to 15 years | 12 to 18 years. Tiny Bernedoodles tend to live lon |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 15.0 years |
| Average Price | $2410 | $2710 |
| Price Range | $1800 – $3000 | $2000 – $3500 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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 Bernedoodle. 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 Bernedoodle is 87 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a better pet than the Bernedoodle. So, you should get a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel!
The Similarities Between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Bernedoodle
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Bernedoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Bernedoodle are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Bernedoodle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Bernedoodle.
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 Bernedoodle weighs 70 to 90 pounds when fully grown. The Bernedoodle is From 10 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder, as size when fully grown.
Appearance (Colors) of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Bernedoodle
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Colors
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Brown / Chocolate
- Bicolor
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
- Apricot / Beige
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
- White / Cream
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Black
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- White / Cream
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
- Gray / Blue / Silver
- Brown / Chocolate
Bernedoodle Colors
The Bernedoodle comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Bicolor
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
- Brown / Chocolate
- Black
- White / Cream
- Apricot / Beige
- Gray / Blue / Silver
The Bernedoodle comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- White / Cream
- Black
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
Lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Bernedoodle
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 Bernedoodle is between 12 to 18 years. Tiny Bernedoodles tend to live lon. The average lifespan of the Bernedoodle is 15.0 years.
The Bernedoodle live longer than the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
Price of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Price of Bernedoodle
The average price of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy is $2410. The price of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel typically ranges from $1800 – $3000. However, the price of a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel can be as low as $300 and as high as $7995. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1216 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Bernedoodle puppy is $2710. The price of the Bernedoodle typically ranges from $2000 – $3500. However, the price of the Bernedoodle can be as low as $300 and as high as $7850. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1321 Bernedoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Bernedoodle is more expensive than the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
| Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Bernedoodle | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2410 | $2710 |
| Price Range | $1800 to $3000 | $2000 to $3500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Bernedoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies or how many Bernedoodle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Bernedoodles
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy or the Bernedoodle puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Adopting the Bernedoodle
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and many Bernedoodles are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Randy that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Cavalier King Charles Spaniels like Randy on pefinder.com.
Also, like Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Bernedoodles are also available for adoption. For example, Samson is a Male Bernedoodle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Bernedoodles like Samson that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Finley – Pmd is the name of another Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Jimmy is an adorable Male Bernedoodle on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Bernedoodles that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Bernedoodle
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels do not like to be left alone.
Bernedoodles do not like to be left alone.
Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed more than Bernedoodles?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed moderately.
Bernedoodles 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 Bernedoodle?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very easy to groom.
Bernedoodles are moderately easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Bernedoodle?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Bernedoodles get along very well with other dogs.
Are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels good family dogs? What about Bernedoodles?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Bernedoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Easier to Train than the Bernedoodle?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very easy to train.
Bernedoodles are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Bernedoodle
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.
Bernedoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Bernedoodles?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Bernedoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bernedoodle?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Bernedoodles have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Bernedoodles?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Bernedoodles bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bernedoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Bernedoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs. Bernedoodle
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.
Bernedoodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bernedoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Bernedoodles 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 Bernedoodle?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.
Bernedoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Bernedoodle?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.
Bernedoodles are OK 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 Bernedoodle. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to other breeds:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Swedish Vallhund Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Sloughi Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Leonberger Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Berger Picard Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Labrador Retriever Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Rottweiler Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Whippet Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Neapolitan Mastiff Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Bullmastiff Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Portuguese Water Dog Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Pug Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Keeshond Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Bluetick Coonhound Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Plott Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Chinook
Conclusion: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Bernedoodle. 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 Bernedoodle better suits you and your family.