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

Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Good-natured
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet

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

Miniature Ausseippets are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Japanese Chin and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Whippet, Miniature Australian Shepherd

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Blue
Black
Brown

Brown
Red
Fawn
Black

Pied
Red
Blue
Black

Wavy

Straight

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 Miniature Ausseippet can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Color Dilution Alopecia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Various Blood Testing Modalities
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Eye and Ear Examination

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

Miniature Ausseippet has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Miniature Ausseippets are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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.

Miniature Ausseippets 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 Miniature Ausseippet, it's at least 9 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 Miniature Ausseippets 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 Miniature Ausseippet has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Flea Comb
Deshedder
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 20-40 pound (9 - 18 kg) Miniature Ausseippet feed 2 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 Miniature Ausseippet is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Miniature Ausseippet is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

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 make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Miniature Ausseippet is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Miniature Ausseippets make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Miniature Ausseippets are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Miniature Ausseippets are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Cava-Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

Miniature Ausseippets are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Cava-Chins have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Miniature Ausseippets are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Cava-Chins are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

The Miniature Ausseippet is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.