Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Havanese vs Papillon Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

Papillon

5/6

categories

Best for Apartments

🀝 Tie

Easiest Grooming

🀝 Tie

Longest Lifespan

Havanese

14-16 years

Easiest to Train

Papillon

5/5 Β· Easy

Most Active

Papillon

4/5 Β· Active

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

3/6

50%

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

4/6

67%

Havanese

5/6

83%

Papillon

πŸ‘‘ Winner

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

Basic Info

Origin
England
Cuba
Spain
Belgium
Popularity
#19
#23
#53
Common Names & Aliases
CavalierCavieCav
Bichon HabaneroBichon HavanaisBichon HavanesHavanese Cuban BichonHavaneserHavanezerBichon Havanese
Continental Toy SpanielEpagneul NainEpagneul Nain ContinentalPhalΔ™neSquirrel DogButterfly Dog
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Small
Small
Small
Weight Statistics
5-8 kg
3-6 kg
Male: 4-5 kg, Female: 3-4 kg
Average Weight
6.4 kg
4.5 kg
Male: 4.1 kg, Female: 3.6 kg
Height
30-33 cm
21-29 cm
Male: 20-28 cm, Female: 20-28 cm
Average Height
31.5 cm
25 cm
Male: 24 cm, Female: 24 cm
Intelligence Rating
3/5
3/5
5/5
Watchdog Rating
2/5
4/5
3/5
Training Difficulty
3/5
5/5
4/5
Territorial Protection
2/5
4/5
4/5
Price Range
$1200-$1500
$900-$1200
$400-$600
Availability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Personality Traits
AffectionateCourageousIntelligentCheerfulGentleSocialPoliteQuietActiveGracefulFearlessFriendlyNonaggressiveSportyNo tendency towards nervousness
AffectionateGentlePlayfulCompanionableIntelligentResponsiveSturdyLivelyAmiableCharming
AlertFriendlyEnergeticHappyIntelligent
Sensitivity Level
5/5
4/5
3/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
2/5
2/5
1/5
Prey Drive
3/5
4/5
4/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
5/5
Social Needs
5/5
5/5
5/5
Barking Frequency
3/5
2/5
5/5
Playful Nature
3/5
5/5
5/5
Apartment Adaptability
5/5
5/5
3/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Very Low
Very Low
Very Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
3/5
3/5
3/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Average Lifespan
10-14 years
14-16 years
12-16 years
Climate Tolerance
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Health Concerns
2/5
3/5
3/5
Health Problems
Dry EyeEpisodic Falling SyndromeHip DysplasiaMitral Valve DiseasePatellar LuxationSyringomyelia
CataractsChondrodysplasiaDeafnessElbow DysplasiaHeart MurmursHip DysplasiaLegg-perthes DiseaseMitral Valve DiseasePatellar LuxationPortosystemic Liver Shunt
Collapsed TracheaHypoglycemiaOpen FontanelPatellar LuxationProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Vet Care Frequency
Frequent
Average
Average
Energy Rating
3/5
3/5
4/5
Sleeping Need
3/5
3/5
2/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
3/5
1/5
5/5
Obesity Tendency
4/5
4/5
3/5
Food Consumption
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
No
Yes
No
Coat Colors
TanBlenheimTricolorRuby
BlackReddish-BrownFawnWhiteHavana BrownTobacco
WhiteRedTanLemonSableBlack
Grooming Requirements
3/5
3/5
3/5
Shedding Level
4/5
1/5
1/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
1/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
High
Low
Low
Coat Characteristics
Feathered
WoollyLongSoftWavyFlat
Feathered
Bathing Needs
6-8 weeks
3-4 weeks
6-8 weeks
Cat Friendly
3/5
5/5
5/5
Child Compatibility
5/5
5/5
4/5
Dog Friendly
5/5
5/5
2/5
Stranger Friendly
5/5
4/5
5/5
Office Friendly
No
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Highly Recommended
Highly Recommended
Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Average
Excellent
Excellent
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Yes
Not really
Not really
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
3-5 puppies
1-9 puppies, average 4
2-4 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 1995 as a Toy breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels section.
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.
Kennel Club Recognition
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.
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 ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.Havanese Club of America
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