Last Updated: Jun 15, 2022
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- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Puggle: Introduction
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Puggle: Overview
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Puggle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Puggle
- The Similarities Between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Puggle
- Size Comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Puggle
- Appearance (Colors) of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Puggle
- Lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Puggle
- Price of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Price of Puggle
- Adopting the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Adopting the Puggle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Puggle
- Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed more than Puggles?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Puggle?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Puggle?
- Are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels good family dogs? What about Puggles?
- Is the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Easier to Train than the Puggle?
- Which one drools more, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Puggle
- How Kid-friendly are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Puggles?
- Does the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puggle?
- Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Puggles?
- Can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs. Puggle
- Can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Puggle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Puggle: 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 Puggle? 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 Puggle 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 Puggle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Puggle 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 Puggle. 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 Puggle.
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 Puggle.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Puggle: Overview
Both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Puggle are similar in size. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Puggle are both small-sized dogs.
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 Puggle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Puggle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to the Puggle 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 Puggle
| Factor | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Puggle |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 12 to 13 inches at the shoulder | 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 13 to 18 pounds | 18 to 30 pounds |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| 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 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 9 to 15 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $2410 | $1430 |
| Price Range | $1800 – $3000 | $895 – $1561 |
| 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 Puggle. 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 Puggle is 85 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a better pet than the Puggle. So, you should get a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Puggle
Below is a list of where the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Puggle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Puggle
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Puggle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Puggle are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Puggle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Puggle.
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 Puggle weighs 18 to 30 pounds when fully grown. The Puggle is 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Appearance (Colors) of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Puggle
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
Puggle Colors
The Puggle comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Black
- Bicolor
- White / Cream
- Apricot / Beige
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Sable
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
- Brown / Chocolate
The Puggle comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Golden
- Black
- White / Cream
- Brown / Chocolate
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
Lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Puggle
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 Puggle is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Puggle is 12.5 years.
The Puggle live longer than the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
Price of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Price of Puggle
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 Puggle puppy is $1430. The price of the Puggle typically ranges from $895 – $1561. However, the price of the Puggle can be as low as $100 and as high as $5125. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 272 Puggle puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is more expensive than the Puggle.
| Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Puggle | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2410 | $1430 |
| Price Range | $1800 to $3000 | $895 to $1561 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Puggle. For different price points, the charts show how many Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies or how many Puggle 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 Puggles
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy or the Puggle 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 Puggle
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and many Puggles 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, Puggles are also available for adoption. For example, Finch is a Male Puggle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Puggles like Finch that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Hercules is the name of another Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Hank is an adorable Male Puggle on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Puggles that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Puggle
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels do not like to be left alone.
Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed more than Puggles?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed moderately.
Puggles shed moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Puggle?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very easy to groom.
Puggles are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Puggle?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Puggles get along very well with other dogs.
Are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels good family dogs? What about Puggles?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Puggles are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Is the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Easier to Train than the Puggle?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very easy to train.
Puggles are not easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Puggle
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.
Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Puggles?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Puggles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puggle?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Puggles 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 Puggles?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Puggles are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs. Puggle
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.
Puggles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Puggles 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 Puggle?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.
Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Puggle?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.
Puggles 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 Puggle. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to other breeds:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Pomchi Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Komondor Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Japanese Chin Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Patterdale Terrier Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Korean Jindo Dog Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Spinone Italiano Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Scottish Deerhound Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Manchester Terrier Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Briard Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Akita Chow Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus American Staffordshire Terrier Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Shih Tzu
Conclusion: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Puggle. 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 Puggle better suits you and your family.