Breed comparison
Pug vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Weights come from the Petboost breed data. Everything else is from the breed standards listed on each breed page, and a field a source does not state is left blank.
| Breed | | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult weight | 6 to 9 kg | 6 to 8 kg |
| Height | - | 30 to 33 cm |
| Lifespan | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Coat | fine, smooth, soft, short and glossy | moderate length, silky, free from curl |
| Shedding | ||
| Grooming effort | ||
| Energy | ||
| Trainability | ||
| Good with children | ||
| Suits an apartment |
What sets them apart
- Pug sheds more (5 out of 5, against 3 for Cavalier King Charles Spaniel).
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is easier to train (4 out of 5, against 2 for Pug).
Which suits you
- A smaller home or apartment. Pug is rated as the better fit.
- Young children. Pug is rated as the better fit.
- A low grooming budget. Pug needs less grooming.
- An active owner. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has more energy to match.
- A first-time owner. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is rated easier to train.
- Find a local groomer or daycarePet businesses near you that take bookings online.
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General information, not veterinary advice. Speak with your vet about your own pet.