Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Tempered
Sweet
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Active
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Hard working
Resourceful

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Chinese Crested

Basset Hound and Blue Heeler

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Blue
Cream

Blue
Red

Crested Cavaliers have medium-length coats.

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

Wavy

Straight

A Crested Cavalier can have a litter of 2-5 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 Basset Heeler can have a litter of 6-8 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.

While the Crested Cavalier breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Lens Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Congenital Heart Defect (CHD)

Entropion

None

Ophthalmic Exam
Chest X-rays
Orthopedic Exam
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)
Holter monitoring (24-hour ECG)
Echocardiography (ultrasound)
Blood Pressure Evaluation

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Complete Blood Test
Angiocardiogram
Echocardiogram
Electroretinogram

Crested Cavalier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

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

Basset Heelers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Crested Cavaliers 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.

Basset Heelers 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Crested Cavalier, it's at least 8 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 Basset Heeler, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Crested Cavaliers usually need at least 45 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 Basset Heelers 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.

The Crested Cavalier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Basset Heeler has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Hemostat
Nail Clipper

For an average 9-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Crested Cavalier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 33-40 pound (15 - 18 kg) Basset Heeler feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Crested Cavalier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Crested Cavalier is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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 Basset Heeler is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $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.

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

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

Crested Cavaliers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Basset Heeler is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

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

Crested Cavaliers are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Crested Cavaliers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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