Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cockapoo vs French Bulldog Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Best for Apartments

🀝 Tie

Easiest Grooming

French Bulldog

2/5 Β· Low maintenance

Longest Lifespan

Cockapoo

14-18 years

Easiest to Train

🀝 Tie

Most Active

🀝 Tie

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

4/6

67%

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

5/6

83%

Cockapoo

5/6

83%

French Bulldog

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

Basic Info

Origin
England
United S
England
France
Popularity
#19
#196
#4
Common Names & Aliases
CavalierCavieCav
CockerdoodleSpoodleCockerpoo
Bouledogue FranΓ§aisFrenchie
Breed Classification
Purebred
Cross Breed
Purebred
Size Classification
Small
Small
Small
Weight Statistics
5-8 kg
5.4-11 kg
8-14 kg
Average Weight
6.4 kg
8.2 kg
9-10 kg
Height
30-33 cm
25-38 cm
33-40 cm
Average Height
31.5 cm
31.5 cm
36.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
3/5
3/5
2/5
Watchdog Rating
2/5
3/5
3/5
Training Difficulty
3/5
4/5
3/5
Territorial Protection
2/5
3/5
3/5
Price Range
$1200-$1500
$900-$1100
$2000-$4000
Availability
5/5
4/5
5/5
Personality Traits
AffectionateCourageousIntelligentCheerfulGentleSocialPoliteQuietActiveGracefulFearlessFriendlyNonaggressiveSportyNo tendency towards nervousness
AffectionateCheerfulIntelligentLoyalPlayfulSocialAlertFriendlyLovingGoingResponsive
AffectionateAlertBrightKeenPatientPlayfulAthleticEasygoingLively
Sensitivity Level
5/5
4/5
3/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
2/5
3/5
2/5
Prey Drive
3/5
1/5
2/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
5/5
Social Needs
5/5
4/5
5/5
Barking Frequency
3/5
3/5
1/5
Playful Nature
3/5
4/5
2/5
Apartment Adaptability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Very Low
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
14-18 years
10-12 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
Luxating PatellaProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
AllergiesBrachycephalic SyndromeCleft PalateElongated Soft PalateHemi-vertebraeHip DysplasiaIntervertebral Disk DiseasePatellar LuxationVon Willebrand's Disease
Vet Care Frequency
Frequent
Average
Average
Energy Rating
3/5
3/5
3/5
Sleeping Need
3/5
3/5
3/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
3/5
3/5
2/5
Obesity Tendency
4/5
4/5
4/5
Food Consumption
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
No
No
No
Coat Colors
TanBlenheimTricolorRuby
BlackBrownSilverTanRedWhite
BrindleCreamFawnWhite
Grooming Requirements
3/5
5/5
2/5
Shedding Level
4/5
2/5
2/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
1/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
High
Medium
Medium
Coat Characteristics
Feathered
CurlyWavy
FineShortClose in textureSmooth
Bathing Needs
6-8 weeks
3-4 weeks
6-8 weeks
Cat Friendly
3/5
5/5
2/5
Child Compatibility
5/5
4/5
2/5
Dog Friendly
5/5
5/5
2/5
Stranger Friendly
5/5
5/5
4/5
Office Friendly
No
No
Yes
Senior Citizens Friendly
Highly Recommended
Recommended
Below Average
Pet Compatibility
Average
Excellent
Below Average
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Yes
Not really
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
3-5 puppies
4-6 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 1995 as a Toy breed.
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1898 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels section.
Not recognized by FCI.
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs 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 Hybrid ClubDesigner Breed RegistryDesigner Dogs Kennel ClubInternational Designer Canine Registry
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.American Canine Association, Inc.
Winner / Best value