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

Independent
Happy
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Dominant
Lively
Gentle
Going
Social
Trainable
Quiet
Respectful

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

Irish Saint Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

United States

Japanese Chin and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Saint Bernard and Irish Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Red
Fawn
Black

Red
White
Fawn

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.

An Irish Saint Terrier can have a litter of 6-8 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.

Irish Saint Terriers 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

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts

None Known

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

Irish Saint Terriers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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 Irish Saint Terrier, it's at least 10 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 Irish Saint Terriers usually need at least 45 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.

Irish Saint Terriers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Ideally, Irish Saint Terrier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
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 90-120 pound (41 - 54 kg) Irish Saint Terrier feed 4 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 an Irish Saint Terrier is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 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 an Irish Saint Terrier is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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-Chins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Irish Saint Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Cava-Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

Irish Saint Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.