Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
VS
Portuguese Podengo
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Portuguese Podengo
Compare Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Portuguese Podengo 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
Portuguese Podengo
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
30 – 35 cm
55 – 70 cm
Weight
5 – 8 kg
20 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 16 years
13 – 17 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
2/5
4/5
Health
2/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
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
Portuguese Podengo
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Large
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 Portuguese Podengo
Ancient Portuguese hunting dog in three sizes (small, medium, large) and two coats (smooth or wire). Lean, athletic and alert, it’s lively, clever and affectionate. Needs substantial exercise, positive training, and mental stimulation, but is generally robust and long‑lived.
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