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

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Obedient
Fearless
Spirited
Clever

Crested Cavaliers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Miniature Schnaupins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Chinese Crested

Min Pin and Miniature Schnauzer

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Blue
Cream

Black
Brown
Fawn
White
Pied

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 Miniature Schnaupin can have a litter of 3-6 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.

Crested Cavaliers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

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

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Urinary Stones

Entropion

Hypothyroidism
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

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

X-ray imaging
Complete Blood Work
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Ophthalmic Examination
Physical and Neurologic Examination
Full Physical Examination regarding joint movement around the hip and kneecap
Electroretinogram (ERG)
Urinalysis and Urine Culture

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

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

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

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

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 Miniature Schnaupin, it's at least 7 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 Miniature Schnaupins 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.

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

Miniature Schnaupin 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Miniature Schnaupin is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 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 Miniature Schnaupin is between $36 - $45. This makes an average of $432 - $540 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.

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

Miniature Schnaupin is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Crested Cavaliers are highly friendly around strangers.

Miniature Schnaupins are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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