Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
VS
Schipperke
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Schipperke
Compare Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Schipperke 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
Schipperke
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
30 – 35 cm
25 – 33 cm
Weight
5 – 8 kg
3 – 9 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 16 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
2/5
4/5
Health
2/5
5/5
Grooming needs
3/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
4/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Great with kids
Stubborn
Small
Schipperke
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
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 Schipperke
Schipperkes are small, sturdy Belgian dogs with a square build and thick black double coat forming a ruff and “culottes.” Alert, intelligent, and independent, they’re loyal watchdogs, energetic companions needing daily mental and physical exercise, and generally robust with proper health care.
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