Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pug Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

Miniature Schnauzer

5/6

categories

Best for Apartments

🀝 Tie

Easiest Grooming

Pug

1/5 Β· Low maintenance

Longest Lifespan

Miniature Schnauzer

12-14 years

Easiest to Train

Miniature Schnauzer

4.5/5 Β· Easy

Most Active

Miniature Schnauzer

5/5 Β· Active

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

2/6

33%

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

5/6

83%

Miniature Schnauzer

πŸ‘‘ Winner

3/6

50%

Pug

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

Basic Info

Origin
England
Germany
China
Popularity
#19
#18
#31
Common Names & Aliases
CavalierCavieCav
Zwergschnauzer
CarlinChinese PugDutch BulldogDutch MastiffMini MastiffMops
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Small
Small
Small
Weight Statistics
5-8 kg
Male: 5-8.2 kg, Female: 4.5-6.8 kg
Male: 6-9 kg, Female: 6-8 kg
Average Weight
6.4 kg
Male: 5-8.2 kg, Female: 4.5-6.8 kg
Male: 7.5 kg, Female: 7 kg
Height
30-33 cm
Male: 35.6 cm, Female: 33 cm
Male: 30-36 cm, Female: 25-30 cm
Average Height
31.5 cm
Male: 35.6 cm, Female: 33 cm
Male: 33 cm, Female: 27.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
3/5
4.5/5
2/5
Watchdog Rating
2/5
5/5
3/5
Training Difficulty
3/5
4/5
2/5
Territorial Protection
2/5
4/5
4/5
Price Range
$1200-$1500
$600-$1000
$300-$500
Availability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Personality Traits
AffectionateCourageousIntelligentCheerfulGentleSocialPoliteQuietActiveGracefulFearlessFriendlyNonaggressiveSportyNo tendency towards nervousness
AlertFriendlyObedientFearlessIntelligentSpirited
AffectionateCourageousIntelligentGoingLoyalCheerfulGentleFriendlyPlayful
Sensitivity Level
5/5
4/5
3/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
2/5
3/5
2/5
Prey Drive
3/5
4/5
3/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
5/5
Social Needs
5/5
4/5
5/5
Barking Frequency
3/5
3/5
3/5
Playful Nature
3/5
3/5
3/5
Apartment Adaptability
5/5
3/5
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
2/5
2/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Average Lifespan
10-14 years
12-14 years
11-15 years
Climate Tolerance
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Health Concerns
2/5
3/5
5/5
Health Problems
Dry EyeEpisodic Falling SyndromeHip DysplasiaMitral Valve DiseasePatellar LuxationSyringomyelia
CataractsMycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI)Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
AllergiesCheyletiella DermatitisCorneal UlcersDemodectic MangeDistichiasisDry EyeEntropionEpilepsyHemi-vertebraeHip DysplasiaLegg-perthes DiseaseNerve DegenerationPatellar LuxationProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)ProptosisPug Dog EncephalitisStaphylococcus InfectionVaccination SensitivityYeast Infection
Vet Care Frequency
Frequent
Average
Rare
Energy Rating
3/5
5/5
3/5
Sleeping Need
3/5
1/5
3/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
3/5
3/5
2/5
Obesity Tendency
4/5
4/5
5/5
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.
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Allergy Friendliness
No
Yes
No
Coat Colors
TanBlenheimTricolorRuby
SaltPepperSilverBlack
FawnBlack
Grooming Requirements
3/5
4/5
1/5
Shedding Level
4/5
1/5
4/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
1/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
High
Low
High
Coat Characteristics
Feathered
Wiry
Fine
Bathing Needs
6-8 weeks
8-12 weeks
3-4 weeks
Cat Friendly
3/5
3/5
5/5
Child Compatibility
5/5
4/5
4/5
Dog Friendly
5/5
3/5
5/5
Stranger Friendly
5/5
3/5
5/5
Office Friendly
No
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Highly Recommended
Recommended
Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Average
Average
Excellent
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
No
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
Yes
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
3-6 puppies
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 1926 as a Terrier breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
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 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 ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
Winner / Best value