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

Gentle
Brave
Noble
Docile
Protective

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

Pyrenean Mastiffs shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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

Choose a Pyrenean Mastiff if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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Aragonese Pyrenees (Spain)

Coton de Tulear and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Mastiff-type

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®

Dog Registry of America Inc.
Foundation Stock Service
American Canine Association, Inc.

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1273 A.D.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Brown
Black

Pied
White

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 Pyrenean Mastiff can have a litter of 8-12 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.

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

Pyrenean Mastiffs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

The Pyrenean Mastiff breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Syringomyelia
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Entropion
Ectropion

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

CERF
Blood And Urine Analysis
OFA on hips and elbows
Full Body Physical Examination

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

Pyrenean Mastiff has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Cavatons need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Pyrenean Mastiffs need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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Hiking, Herd, Fetching, Searching

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.

Pyrenean Mastiffs 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 Pyrenean Mastiff, it's at least 10 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 Pyrenean Mastiffs 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, Cavaton should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pyrenean Mastiff 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

Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Deshedder

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 140-180 pound (64 - 82 kg) Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 Pyrenean Mastiff 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.

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

Pyrenean Mastiff is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

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

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

Cavatons are highly friendly around strangers.

Pyrenean Mastiffs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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