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

Active
Playful
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

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

Pug-Zus aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Coton de Tulear and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Shih Tzu and Pug

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®

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

White
Brown
Black

Black
Brown
White
Fawn
Brindle

Curly

Straight

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 Pug-Zu 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.

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

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

Syringomyelia
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hemivertebrae
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Allergies
Skin Problems
Demodactic Mange

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

Eye
Hip
Blood
Knee
X-Rays
Full Physical Examination
Ophthalmological Examination

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

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

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

Pug-Zus are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Pug-Zus 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

Playing, Walk, Running, Playdate, Go to Park, Run, Go to Beach, Play, Off-leash, Eating Snacks, Football, Walking, Walks, Baths, Toys, Tricks, Taking walks, Tug of war, Fetch, Car rides, Working, Sleeping, Training, Chase, Hikes, Being nosey, Dog Parks, Parks, Off roading, Biting feet

Cavatons 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.

Pug-Zus 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 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 Pug-Zu, it's at least 5 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 Pug-Zus usually need at least 30 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 Pug-Zu requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Pug-Zu is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

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

Pug-Zu has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Pug-Zus have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Pug-Zus have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Pug-Zus are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Cavatons are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

Pug-Zus have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.