Curious
Stubborn
Aloof
Energetic
Alert
Powerful
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Social
Steady
Watchful
Fast

Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Trainable
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Vocal
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

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

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

Germany

United States

Weimaraner, German Shepherd

Coton de Tulear and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray

White
Brown
Black

Weimshepherds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Cavatons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Curly

A Weimshepherd 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.

A Cavaton 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.

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy

Syringomyelia
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Urolithiasis
Bloat
Hemophilia
Von Willebrand's Disease

Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Elbow
Hip And Eyes
Thyroid Tests

X-Rays
MRI
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Blood Tests
Endocardiogram
Ocular Tests
Serum Chemistry Panel Tests
Ear Probe Examinations

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

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

Weimshepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Playing, Road trip, Fetch, Run, Grooming DAILY, Snuggling, Tug of war, Cuddling, Walking

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There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Weimshepherd, it's at least 14 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 Cavaton, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Weimshepherds 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.

In general most Cavatons usually need at least 150 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 Weimshepherd has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Cavatons 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.

Weimshepherd 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, Cavaton should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 70-90 pound (32 - 41 kg) Weimshepherd 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.

For an average 10-12 pound (5 - 5 kg) Cavaton 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.

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

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

The average per month expenses of a Weimshepherd 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.

The average per month expenses of a Cavaton 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.

Weimshepherds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Weimshepherds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

Cavatons are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Weimshepherds are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Cavatons are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Cavatons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.