Friendly
Lovely
Intelligent
Social
Active

Active
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Trainable
Watchful
Faithful
Instinctual

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

Avoid Shepadoodles as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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Labrador Retriever, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

German Shepherd, Poodle

1990s

1960s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Fawn
Red
Cream

Black
Brown
Fawn
White
Gray

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

Shepadoodles are known for their coat length.

Straight

Curly

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 Shepadoodle can have a litter of 6-10 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 have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Shepadoodles are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Bloat
Mitral Valve Disease
Syringomyelia

Panosteitis
Hip Dysplasia
Pannus
Hemophilia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat
Sebaceous Adentitis

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Elbow Dysplasia
Demodicosis
Seborrhea
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Cleft Lip or Palate
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Eye Conditions

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work

Dna Test For Vwd
Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
Full Physical Examination
MRI scan of the spinal cord and brain
Hip and Elbow X-rays

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

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

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

Shepadoodles require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

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

Shepadoodle dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Napping, Dock walking, Frisbee, Walking, Fetch

Walking

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.

Shepadoodles 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 Shepadoodle, it's at least 12 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 Shepadoodles usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Cavador has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Shepadoodles require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

In general Shepadoodle should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Shepadoodle 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 Shepadoodle is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Shepadoodles are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Cavadors are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Shepadoodle is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Shepadoodles are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Shepadoodles are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Cavadors are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Shepadoodles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Shepadoodles are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Cavadors are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Shepadoodles are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.