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

Sensitive
Intelligent
Lively
Obedient

Avoid Cava-lons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Braque d'Auvergnes are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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France

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Papillon

Braque Francais, Gascony Pointer and Pyrenean Braque

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

United Kennel Club

2000s

1700s

Brown

Hazel

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White
Silver
Red
Pied

Pied

Cava-lons are known for their coat length.

Braque d'Auvergnes have medium-length coats.

A Cava-lon 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 Braque d'Auvergne can have a litter of 11-14 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 Cava-lon breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Mitral Valve Disease
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Ear Infections
Cataracts
Aortic Stenosis

X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Endocardiogram

Cardiac
CERF
Yearly Physical Examination
OFA on hips and elbows

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

Braque d'Auvergnes need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Braque d'Auvergnes sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Cava-lons are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

Dog park, Walk, Fetch, Cuddling, Hiking, Walks, Walks off leash, Tug-of-war, Nap, Play, Walking, Cuddles, Swimming, Cuddle, Playing, Car rides, Swim, Run, Lazy playing

Tug-of-war, Walk, Hunting

Cava-lons 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.

Braque d'Auvergnes 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 Cava-lon, it's at least 7 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 Braque d'Auvergne, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Cava-lons 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 Braque d'Auvergnes 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 Cava-lon requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Braque d'Auvergne is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-18 pound (5 - 8 kg) Cava-lon 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 49-62 pound (22 - 28 kg) Braque d'Auvergne feed 2.5 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 Cava-lon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Braque d'Auvergne is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Cava-lon 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 Braque d'Auvergne 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.

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

Braque d'Auvergnes can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Braque d'Auvergnes are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Braque d'Auvergnes are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Cava-lons are highly friendly around strangers.

Braque d'Auvergnes are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.