Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Trainable
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Vocal
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Active
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Gentle
Sociable
Trainable
Companionable
Faithful
Tolerant
Instinctual

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

Foxhoodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Coton de Tulear and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Fox Hound, Poodle

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®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

White
Brown
Black

Black
Brown
Blue
Cream
Red
White
Gray
Pied

Cavatons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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

Curly

Wavy

A Cavaton can have a litter of 3-5 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 Foxhoodle can have a litter of 5-7 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 Cavaton breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Foxhoodles are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Syringomyelia
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Sebaceous Adenitis
Epilepsy
Gastric Dilation Volvulus

Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia

X-Rays
MRI
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Blood Tests
Endocardiogram
Ocular Tests
Serum Chemistry Panel Tests
Ear Probe Examinations

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound

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

Foxhoodles are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

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

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

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

Go to spa

Fetch, Frisbee

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cavaton, it's at least 11 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 Foxhoodle, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Cavatons usually need at least 150 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 Foxhoodles 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.

Cavatons 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.

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

Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-12 pound (5 - 5 kg) Cavaton 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 45-60 pound (20 - 27 kg) Foxhoodle 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 Cavaton is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Foxhoodle is somewhere $2.80 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Cavaton is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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 Foxhoodle is between $84 - $126. This makes an average of $1008 - $1512 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.

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

Foxhoodle is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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.

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

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

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

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

Cavatons are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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