Playful
Loving
Happy
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Cheerful
Reserved

Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Tempered
Sweet
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Engachons are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Crested Cavaliers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

English Toy Spaniel and Bichon Frise

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Chinese Crested

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Red

Black
White
Blue
Cream

Engachons are known for their coat length.

Crested Cavaliers have medium-length coats.

An Engachon 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 Crested Cavalier can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Engachons are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Lens Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Entropion

Blood
Knee
Heart
Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Blood Tests
Allergy Testing

Ophthalmic Exam
Chest X-rays
Orthopedic Exam
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)
Holter monitoring (24-hour ECG)
Echocardiography (ultrasound)
Blood Pressure Evaluation

Engachons are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Crested Cavaliers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Engachons need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Crested Cavaliers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Engachons require significant sleep and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with daytime naps.

Crested Cavaliers are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Engachons bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Crested Cavalier dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Engachon, it's at least 6 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 Crested Cavalier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Engachons 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 Crested Cavaliers usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Engachons 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.

The Crested Cavalier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Engachon 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, Crested Cavalier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

The average per month expenses of an Engachon 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 Crested Cavalier is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

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

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

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

Crested Cavaliers are highly friendly around strangers.

Engachons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Crested Cavaliers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

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