Last Updated: Jun 15, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Portuguese Water Dog: Introduction
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Portuguese Water Dog: Overview
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Portuguese Water Dog: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Portuguese Water Dog
- Size Comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Portuguese Water Dog
- Appearance (Colors) of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Portuguese Water Dog
- Lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Portuguese Water Dog
- Temperament of the Portuguese Water Dog Versus the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
- Price of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Price of Portuguese Water Dog
- The Popularity of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Popularity of Portuguese Water Dog
- Health Problems of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Health Problems of Portuguese Water Dog
- Tolerates Being Alone: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Portuguese Water Dog
- Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed more than Portuguese Water Dogs?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Portuguese Water Dog?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Portuguese Water Dog?
- Are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels good family dogs? What about Portuguese Water Dogs?
- Is the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Easier to Train than the Portuguese Water Dog?
- Which one drools more, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Portuguese Water Dog
- How Kid-friendly are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Portuguese Water Dogs?
- Does the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Portuguese Water Dog?
- Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Portuguese Water Dogs?
- Can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Portuguese Water Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs. Portuguese Water Dog
- Can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Portuguese Water Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Portuguese Water Dog. Which One is a Better Pet?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Portuguese Water Dog: 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 Portuguese Water Dog? 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 Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog. 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 Portuguese Water Dog.
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 Portuguese Water Dog.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Portuguese Water Dog: Overview
A very important difference between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Portuguese Water Dog is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a small-sized dog while the Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Portuguese Water Dog: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to the Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog
| Factor | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Portuguese Water Dog |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 12 to 13 inches at the shoulder | 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the |
| Weight | 13 to 18 pounds | 35 to 60 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 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| 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 | 1/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| 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 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 9 to 15 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $2410 | $2510 |
| Price Range | $1800 – $3000 | $2000 – $2850 |
| Temperament Score | 85.5 percent | 77.9 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | ||
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 17 | 50 |
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 Portuguese Water Dog. 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 Portuguese Water Dog is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a better pet than the Portuguese Water Dog. So, you should get a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel!
The Similarities Between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Portuguese Water Dog
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Portuguese Water Dog are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Portuguese Water Dog are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Portuguese Water Dog
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Portuguese Water Dog.
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 Portuguese Water Dog weighs 35 to 60 pounds when fully grown. The Portuguese Water Dog is 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the when fully grown.
Appearance (Colors) of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Portuguese Water Dog
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
Portuguese Water Dog Colors
The Portuguese Water Dog comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Black
- White / Cream
The Portuguese Water Dog comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- White / Cream
- Brown / Chocolate
Lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Portuguese Water Dog
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 Portuguese Water Dog is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of the Portuguese Water Dog is 12.0 years.
The Portuguese Water Dog live as long as the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
Temperament of the Portuguese Water Dog Versus the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a better temperament than the Portuguese Water Dog.
This is because the temperament score for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is 85.5 percent while the temperament score for the Portuguese Water Dog is 77.9 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 85.5 percent, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 77.9 percent, the Portuguese Water Dog has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Portuguese Water Dog by measuring the temperaments of 62 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and 163 Portuguese Water Dogs.
Price of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Price of Portuguese Water Dog
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 Portuguese Water Dog puppy is $2510. The price of the Portuguese Water Dog typically ranges from $2000 – $2850. However, the price of the Portuguese Water Dog can be as low as $500 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 329 Portuguese Water Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Portuguese Water Dog is more expensive than the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
| Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Portuguese Water Dog | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2410 | $2510 |
| Price Range | $1800 to $3000 | $2000 to $2850 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Portuguese Water Dog. For different price points, the charts show how many Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies or how many Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dogs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy or the Portuguese Water Dog 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.
The Popularity of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Popularity of Portuguese Water Dog
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Portuguese Water Dog over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is more popular with dog owners than the Portuguese Water Dog. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is 17 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Portuguese Water Dog is 50 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Popularity of Portuguese Water Dog
| Year | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Popularity Rank | Portuguese Water Dog Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 18 | 49 |
| 2014 | 19 | 52 |
| 2015 | 18 | 52 |
| 2016 | 19 | 51 |
| 2017 | 19 | 54 |
| 2018 | 18 | 50 |
| 2019 | 16 | 49 |
| 2020 | 17 | 49 |
| 2021 | 15 | 44 |
Health Problems of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Health Problems of Portuguese Water Dog
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Portuguese Water Dog are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Portuguese Water Dog is prone to more genetic health problems than the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Portuguese Water Dog than for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
4 health tests are recommended for Cavalier King Charles Spaniel while 11 tests are recommended for the Portuguese Water Dog.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and in Portuguese Water Dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Health Problems
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Cavalier King Charles Spaniels for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Cavalier King Charles Spaniels here.
Portuguese Water Dog Health Problems
Portuguese Water Dogs are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Portuguese Water Dog puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Portuguese Water Dog puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Portuguese Water Dog breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Portuguese Water Dogs for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Portuguese Water Dogs here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Portuguese Water Dogs
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Breed is Episodic Falling problems.
This is because the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel ranks 1 out of 1 dog breeds for Episodic Falling problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 454 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, 3 of them had Episodic Falling problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, and how common these diseases are in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Portuguese Water Dog Breed is Early Onset Pra problems.
This is because the Portuguese Water Dog ranks 1 out of 1 dog breeds for Early Onset Pra problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 788 Portuguese Water Dogs, 0 of them had Early Onset Pra problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Portuguese Water Dogs, and how common these diseases are in Portuguese Water Dogs relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
The table below lists the common health problems in Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and in Portuguese Water Dog and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Portuguese Water Dog:
| Disease | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Rank | Portuguese Water Dog Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Episodic Falling problems | 1 out of 1 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Basic Cardiac problems | 3 out of 16 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Degenerative Myelopathy problems | 4 out of 70 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Congenital Cardiac problems | 13 out of 159 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Advanced Cardiac problems | 16 out of 71 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Dentition Database problems | 19 out of 49 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Patella problems | 73 out of 145 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Hips problems | 79 out of 198 dog breeds | 94 out of 198 dog breeds |
| Eyes problems | 101 out of 182 dog breeds | 140 out of 182 dog breeds |
| Elbow problems | 115 out of 144 dog breeds | 111 out of 144 dog breeds |
| Early Onset Pra problems | Not Common | 1 out of 1 dog breeds |
| Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems | Not Common | 15 out of 32 dog breeds |
| Thyroid problems | Not Common | 59 out of 115 dog breeds |
*To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.
Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Portuguese Water Dog
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels do not like to be left alone.
Portuguese Water Dogs do not like to be left alone.
Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed more than Portuguese Water Dogs?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed moderately.
Portuguese Water Dogs 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 Portuguese Water Dog?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very easy to groom.
Portuguese Water Dogs require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Portuguese Water Dog?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Portuguese Water Dogs get along very well with other dogs.
Are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels good family dogs? What about Portuguese Water Dogs?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Portuguese Water Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Easier to Train than the Portuguese Water Dog?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very easy to train.
Portuguese Water Dogs are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Portuguese Water Dog
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.
Portuguese Water Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Portuguese Water Dogs?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Portuguese Water Dogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Portuguese Water Dog?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Portuguese Water Dogs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Portuguese Water Dogs?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Portuguese Water Dogs bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Portuguese Water Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Portuguese Water Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs. Portuguese Water Dog
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.
Portuguese Water Dogs 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 Portuguese Water Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Portuguese Water Dogs 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 Portuguese Water Dog?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.
Portuguese Water Dogs adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Portuguese Water Dog?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.
Portuguese Water Dogs 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 Portuguese Water Dog. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to other breeds:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Cane Corso Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Patterdale Terrier Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Alaskan Malamute Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Miniature Pinscher Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Lhasapoo Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Saint Bernard Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Pomchi Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Japanese Chin Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus French Spaniel Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Karelian Bear Dog Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Golden Cocker Retriever Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Boxer
Conclusion: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Portuguese Water Dog. 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 Portuguese Water Dog better suits you and your family.