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

Calm
Independent
Intelligent

Cava-lons are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Choose a Polish Tatra Sheepdog 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.

​United States

Poland

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Papillon

Mastiff, Native Mountain Dogs

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

American Rare Breed Association
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.
Polish Tatra Sheepdog Club Of America
Polish Kennel Club

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White
Silver
Red
Pied

White

Cava-lons are known for their coat length.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog can have a litter of 10-12 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.

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

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Mitral Valve Disease
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia

X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Endocardiogram

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Testing

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

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

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

Polish Tatra Sheepdog has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Polish Tatra Sheepdog 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

Walking, Swim, Walk, Run

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.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs 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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog, it's at least 16 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 Polish Tatra Sheepdogs 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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
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 80-130 pound (36 - 59 kg) Polish Tatra Sheepdog feed 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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog is somewhere $4.90 - $5.60 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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog is between $112 - $154. This makes an average of $1344 - $1848 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.

Cava-lon is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Polish Tatra Sheepdog has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

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

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

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Cava-lons are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Cava-lons are highly friendly around strangers.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Cava-lons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Cava-lons are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.