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

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Fearless
Faithful
Instinctual

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

Smooth Foodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

​United States

United States

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Papillon

Poodle and Smooth Fox Terrier

2000s

2000's

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White
Silver
Red
Pied

Black
Brown
Gray
Blue
Silver
White

Cava-lons are known for their coat length.

Smooth Foodles have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

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 Smooth Foodle can have a litter of 3-6 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.

Mitral Valve Disease
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy

Patellar Luxation
Sebaceous Adenitis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Deafness
Cataracts
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Wobbler's Syndrome
Bleeding Disorder
Eye Diseases and Disorders
Canine Cushing’s Disease
Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia)
Myasthenia Gravis
Pyruvate Kinase (PK) Deficiency

X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Endocardiogram

Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Yearly Physical Examination
Various Blood Testing Modalities
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations
Echocardiography (ultrasound)

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

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

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.

Smooth Foodles 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 Smooth Foodle, it's at least 10 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 Smooth Foodles usually need at least 90 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.

Smooth Foodles 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.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
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 5-65 pound (2 - 29 kg) Smooth Foodle feed 2 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 Smooth Foodle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Smooth Foodle is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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-lons are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Smooth Foodles 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.

Smooth Foodles are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Cava-lons are highly friendly around strangers.

Smooth Foodles are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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