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

Active
Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Extroverted

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

Weeranians are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Japanese Chin and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Westie and Pomeranian

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Red
Fawn
Black

Fawn
Red
White
Gray
Brown
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 Weeranian can have a litter of 2-5 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.

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

Weeranians 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

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Problems
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)
Collapsed Trachea

Cataracts

Cataracts
Allergies
Eye Problems

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Cardiac
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints
Allergy Testing

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

Weeranians are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Weeranians 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.

Weeranians 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.

Weeranians bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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.

Weeranians are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Weeranian dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

The Cava-Chin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Weeranians 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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Weeranian is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 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 Weeranian is between $35 - $45. This makes an average of $420 - $540 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.

Weeranian is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

The Weeranian 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.

Weeranians have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Cava-Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

Weeranians 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.

Weeranians 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.

Weeranians are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.