Cavador has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Bullmastiff tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

Friendly
Lovely
Intelligent
Social
Active

Alert
Courageous
Docile
Loyal
Reliable
Calm
Devoted
Powerful
Protective

Cavadors are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a Bullmastiff if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

​United States

England

Labrador Retriever, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

mastiff, bulldogs

Not recognized by any clubs.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

1990s

1800s

Brown

Hazel

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Fawn
Red
Cream

Red
Fawn
Brindle

Cavadors have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Bullmastiffs have short coats.

A Cavador can have a litter of 10-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Bullmastiff can have a litter of 8-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Cavadors typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

The Bullmastiff breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Bloat
Mitral Valve Disease
Syringomyelia

Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work

Hip
Elbow
Blood Test
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Cavadors' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Bullmastiffs are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Cavador has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Bullmastiff has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Cavadors require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Bullmastiffs need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Cavadors sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Bullmastiffs are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Cavador has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

Bullmastiff excessively drools, consider a different breed if not appealing.

Cavadors bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Bullmastiffs are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

While Cavador dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Bullmastiff dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Napping, Dock walking, Frisbee, Walking, Fetch

Walking, Catch treats, Train, Jumping, Fetch, Walk, Run, Playing, Chasing, Greeting, Belly rubs, Running, Sniff, Nap, Snuggle, Eating Snacks, Sniffing, Swim, Water, Nose work, Play, Go to Beach, Go to Park, Frisbee, Go Camping, Groom, Hike, Fish, Chase, Bath time

Cavadors are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Bullmastiffs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cavador, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bullmastiff, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Cavadors usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Bullmastiffs usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Cavador should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Bullmastiff should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Cavador is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Bullmastiff is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Cavador is between $49 - $63. This makes an average of $588 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Bullmastiff is between $56 - $84. This makes an average of $672 - $1008 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Cavador is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Bullmastiff has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Cavadors make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Bullmastiffs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Cavadors are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Bullmastiffs are not cat friendly.

Cavadors are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Bullmastiffs are not dog-friendly.

Cavadors are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Bullmastiffs are not known for being a highly playful breed.