Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Tempered
Sweet
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Playful
Dignified
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless

Cav-A-Malts are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Malaneess shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

United States

United States

Maltese, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Great Pyrenees, Alaskan Malamute

Unknown

2000's

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Red
Brown
Black
White
Pied

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Silver
White

Cav-A-Malts have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Malaneess are known for their coat length.

Wavy

Straight

A Cav-A-Malt 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 Malanees can have a litter of 4-10 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.

Cav-A-Malts are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Malaneess are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Malaneess typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondrodysplasia

Deafness
Cherry Eye

Entropion
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Deafness
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Diabetes
Bleeding Disorder
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Zinc Responsive Dermatosis
Platelet Dysfunction
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Osteochondrodysplasia

X-Rays
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Chemistry

Elbow
Hip X-Rays
Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Blood Analysis
Hearing and Ear Tests

Cav-A-Malt has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

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

Malaneess are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Snuggles, Fetch, Walks, Walking

Nap, Tug-of-war, Swim, Groom, Go Camping, Walk, Walking, Car rides, Cuddle, Snuggles, Sleeping, Fetch, Running, Teaching tricks, Teaching new, T, Dog tricks, High Five, Playing, Run, Wrestle, Tug, Play Fight, Play keep away, Play, Belly rubs

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

Malaneess 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cav-A-Malt, it's at least 5 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 Malanees, it's at least 17 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Cav-A-Malts 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 Malaneess 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.

Cav-A-Malt 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, Malanees should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-13 pound (5 - 6 kg) Cav-A-Malt 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 85-100 pound (39 - 45 kg) Malanees feed 4 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 Cav-A-Malt is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Malanees is somewhere $2.80 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Cav-A-Malt 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 Malanees is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Cav-A-Malts make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Cav-A-Malts make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Cav-A-Malts are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Malaneess are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Cav-A-Malts are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Cav-A-Malts are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Cav-A-Malts are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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