Unfortunately, the Cava-lon is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Standard Wauzers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

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

Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Good-natured

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

Standard Wauzers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Papillon

Standard Schnauzer, Westie

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White
Silver
Red
Pied

Black
Brindle
Gray
White
Silver
Red

Cava-lons are known for their coat length.

Standard Wauzers 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 Standard Wauzer can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Standard Wauzers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Mitral Valve Disease
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy

Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)
Myotonia Congenita

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Eye Problems

X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Endocardiogram

X-Rays
Full Physical Examination
DNA for VWD

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

Standard Wauzer has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Standard Wauzers 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.

Standard Wauzers 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 Standard Wauzer, it's at least 9 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 Standard Wauzers 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.

Standard Wauzers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Cava-lon 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

Ideally, Standard Wauzer should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Standard Wauzer is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 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 Standard Wauzer is between $35 - $45. This makes an average of $420 - $540 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.

Standard Wauzers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Standard Wauzers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Cava-lons are highly friendly around strangers.

Standard Wauzers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

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