Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
VS
German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Compare Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and German Spitz – Mittelspitz side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
30 – 35 cm
32 – 36 cm
Weight
5 – 8 kg
8 – 12 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 16 years
13 – 17 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
2/5
3/5
Health
2/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
4/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Great with kids
Stubborn
Small
German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Great with kids
High energy
Small
Summary
About Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Small, gentle spaniel (5.4–8 kg) with a silky medium coat in Blenheim, Tricolour, Black and Tan, or Ruby. Affectionate, people oriented, and good with children and other pets. Needs regular grooming, moderate exercise, and dislikes long periods alone.
About German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Medium German Spitz with a square, compact build, dense double coat and plumed tail over the back. Alert, vocal watchdog yet affectionate and people‑oriented, needing companionship, training, mental stimulation and regular grooming. Generally robust, long‑lived, and active.
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