Active
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Alert
Fearless
Loyal
Energetic
Intelligent
Obedient

Cava-Chins are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Doberman Pinschers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Avoid Cava-Chins as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Choose a Doberman Pinscher if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

United States

Germany

Japanese Chin and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Rottweiler, German Pinscher, Weimaraner

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

Unknown

1900s

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Brown
Red
Fawn
Black

Black
Brown
Red
Blue
Fawn

Cava-Chins have medium-length coats.

Doberman Pinschers have short coats.

Wavy

Wiry

A Cava-Chin 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 Doberman Pinscher can have a litter of 10-12 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.

While the Cava-Chin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Doberman Pinschers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Cardiomyopathy
Bloat
Von Willebrand's Disease
Wobbler's Syndrome

Cataracts

Bone And Joint Problems
Eye Problems
Hepatitis

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Cardiac
Dna For Vwd
Hips
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination

Cava-Chins are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Doberman Pinschers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Doberman Pinscher has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Cava-Chins need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Doberman Pinschers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Cava-Chins are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Cava-Chins are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Cava-Chins 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.

Doberman Pinschers 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-Chin, it's at least 6 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 Doberman Pinscher, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Cava-Chins usually need at least 30 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 Doberman Pinschers usually need at least 90 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-Chin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Doberman Pinscher has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Cava-Chin 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

In general Doberman Pinscher should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 14-18 pound (6 - 8 kg) Cava-Chin feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 70-100 pound (32 - 45 kg) Doberman Pinscher feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

The average cost of a Doberman Pinscher is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Cava-Chin is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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 Doberman Pinscher is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Cava-Chin has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Doberman Pinscher is highly intelligent and very trainable.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Cava-Chins are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Doberman Pinschers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Cava-Chins are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Doberman Pinschers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Cava-Chins are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Doberman Pinschers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Cava-Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

Doberman Pinschers are not very stranger friendly.