Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Traits Of A Cavachon Puppy

By Ines Flores


When opting to take a certain breed of dog into one's family, it is essential to be fully aware of their details. Knowing how big they will get, their special health needs, shedding habits, temperaments and energy levels will make sure an individual is best prepared for the commitment they are making. Raising a Cavachon puppy is much easier when one is aware of what to expect.

These pups are what are commonly referred to as designer dogs. This happens when two different breeds, in this case a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Bichon Frise, are mixed to achieve a certain look or enhance particular traits. The combination leads to dogs that are much desired both for their appearance and special qualities.

Interested parties should note that this breed of designer dog is not acknowledged by the AKC because of their mixed status. As lovely as they may be, showcasing was not their intended purpose. They possess many fine features and qualities such as their adorably cute appearance, a compact stature, very affectionate and friendly temperament as well as a coat that is conducive to people prone to allergies.

Averaging between 12 and 16 inches of height, and just 10-20 pounds of weight when full grown, they are considered a small to medium canine. They come in a variety of solid colors or a beautiful mixture of three. Their appearance is quite sporty, having rather large, expressive eyes, a sturdy build and an alertness that combines with an animated liveliness.

As lovable creatures go, this breed is all about bonding, affection, playing, loving and being social, building very deep attachments to their family. They have a high level of intelligence and a virtually no aggression factor, though they are known to alert their humans to strange happenings and visitors via excited barking. Although gentle with babies, they tend to be much better with older, well behaved children and are very accepting of other house pets.

Pups may resemble either of their genetic bases, having a coat that is made of soft, loose curls, or one that consists of long, silky waves. Occasional grooming is necessary to stave off matting in the short hairs, while the longer ones will require brushing at least 3-4 times weekly to discourage tangles. Neither style is apt to shed noticeably which is one feature that allergy sufferers tend to love about this breed.

Certain health risks are probable with this breed and potential owners need to be aware of them prior to taking one on as a pet. Their ears should be checked and cleaned regularly to prevent infections and as they may be prone to early tooth loss, dental hygiene is very important. Skin conditions, sensitivity to flea and insect bites, heart problems as well as the chance of hip dysplasia, are all situations that one would need to watch for.

It is best to begin socializing these pups as early as possible to help them learn controlled excitement. They need to be with humans or another animal at all times as they tend to get anxious and may misbehave when left alone. Although they can be a little difficult to house train, with patience and persistence they will learn and become great inside dogs.




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