Irish Wolfhound
VS
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Irish Wolfhound vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Compare Irish Wolfhound and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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
Irish Wolfhound
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
71 – 90 cm
30 – 35 cm
Weight
40 – 69 kg
5 – 8 kg
Life expectancy
6 – 8 years
10 – 16 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
2/5
Health
3/5
2/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
1/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
Characteristics
Irish Wolfhound
Great with kids
Quiet
Giant
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Great with kids
Stubborn
Small
Summary
About Irish Wolfhound
Irish Wolfhounds are giant, tall hounds with a strong yet graceful build and a rough, weather‑resistant coat. Calm, gentle and sensitive, they are low‑key indoors but need steady exercise and space. They have notable health risks and a relatively short lifespan, so careful breeding and care are vital.
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.
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