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
Stubborn
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Good-natured
Opinionated

United States

United States

Maltese, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Shetland Sheepdog and Pekingese

Unknown

2000's

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Red
Brown
Black
White
Pied

Black
Gray
Brown
White
Blue
Sable
Red

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 Shetinese can have a litter of 4-6 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 Cav-A-Malt breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Shetineses 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

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Dermatomyositis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Ulcerative Dermatosis

Deafness
Cherry Eye

Cataracts
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Eyelid Defects
Color Dilution Alopecia
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

X-Rays
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Chemistry

Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Yearly Physical Examination
Full Chemistry Panel Tests and Blood Count
Various Blood Testing Modalities
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Echocardiography (ultrasound)

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

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

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.

Shetineses are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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 Shetinese, it's at least 10 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 Shetineses usually need at least 120 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 Cav-A-Malt requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Shetineses have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
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 11-24 pound (5 - 11 kg) Shetinese feed 2 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 Shetinese is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Shetinese is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

The Shetinese is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Shetineses have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Shetineses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Shetineses 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.

Shetineses are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Cav-A-Malts have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Shetineses are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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

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