Australian Shepherd vs Bichon Yorkie vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Best for Apartments

🀝 Tie

Easiest Grooming

🀝 Tie

Longest Lifespan

Bichon Yorkie

12-16 years

Easiest to Train

🀝 Tie

Most Active

Australian Shepherd

5/5 Β· Active

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

5/6

83%

Australian Shepherd

5/6

83%

Bichon Yorkie

4/6

67%

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
United S
Belgium
England
England
Popularity
#17
#886
#19
Common Names & Aliases
Little Blue DogAussie
Not available
CavalierCavieCav
Breed Classification
Purebred
Cross Breed
Purebred
Size Classification
Large
Small
Small
Weight Statistics
Male: 25-29 kg, Female: 18-25 kg
3-6 kg
5-8 kg
Average Weight
Male: 26.1 kg, Female: 21.5 kg
4.5 kg
6.4 kg
Height
Male: 52-58 cm, Female: 46-53 cm
Male: 23-30 cm
30-33 cm
Average Height
Male: 55 cm, Female: 46-53 cm
Male: 26.5 cm
31.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
4/5
4/5
3/5
Watchdog Rating
5/5
4/5
2/5
Training Difficulty
5/5
3/5
3/5
Territorial Protection
5/5
3/5
2/5
Price Range
$600-$800
$700-$1000
$1200-$1500
Availability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Personality Traits
ActiveFriendlyIntelligentLovingAffectionateGood-naturedProtective
AffectionatePlayfulSensitiveCheerfulGentleIntelligentAlertEnergeticCourageousIndependentLoyal
AffectionateCourageousIntelligentCheerfulGentleSocialPoliteQuietActiveGracefulFearlessFriendlyNonaggressiveSportyNo tendency towards nervousness
Sensitivity Level
5/5
5/5
5/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
1/5
3/5
2/5
Prey Drive
4/5
2/5
3/5
Affection Level
4/5
5/5
5/5
Social Needs
4/5
5/5
5/5
Barking Frequency
2/5
4/5
3/5
Playful Nature
5/5
4/5
3/5
Apartment Adaptability
3/5
5/5
5/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Low
Very Low
Very Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
4/5
3/5
3/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Average Lifespan
11-15 years
12-16 years
10-14 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Health Concerns
3/5
4/5
2/5
Health Problems
AllergiesCancerCataractsCollie Eye AnomalyDeafnessDetached RetinaDistichiasisDrug SensitivityElbow DysplasiaEpilepsyHip DysplasiaHypothyroidismNasal Solar DermatitisOsteochondrosis DissecansPersistent Pupillary MembranesProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
AllergiesBladder StonesHip DysplasiaJuvenile CataractsPatellar LuxationVaccination SensitivityCollapsed TracheaHypoglycemiaPortosystemic Liver ShuntProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Reverse Sneezing
Dry EyeEpisodic Falling SyndromeHip DysplasiaMitral Valve DiseasePatellar LuxationSyringomyelia
Vet Care Frequency
Average
Rare
Frequent
Energy Rating
5/5
4/5
3/5
Sleeping Need
1/5
3/5
3/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
5/5
2/5
3/5
Obesity Tendency
4/5
3/5
4/5
Food Consumption
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
No
Yes
No
Coat Colors
RedBlueMerleBlack
WhiteApricotBuffCreamGoldBlueTanBlack
TanBlenheimTricolorRuby
Grooming Requirements
3/5
5/5
3/5
Shedding Level
3/5
2/5
4/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
1/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
Low
High
Coat Characteristics
Feathered
CurlyFine
Feathered
Bathing Needs
6-8 weeks
3-4 weeks
6-8 weeks
Cat Friendly
3/5
5/5
3/5
Child Compatibility
5/5
3/5
5/5
Dog Friendly
3/5
4/5
5/5
Stranger Friendly
2/5
4/5
5/5
Office Friendly
No
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Highly Recommended
Average
Highly Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Average
Excellent
Average
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Not really
Yes
Yes
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
6-9 puppies, average 7
2-5 puppies
3-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Not recognized by FCI.
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels section.
Kennel Club Recognition
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.National Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.Australian Shepherd Club Of America
Not available
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
Winner / Best value