Lakeland Terrier has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Lakeland Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Independent
Confident
Intelligent
Bold
Friendly
Trainable

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

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

England

England

Old English Wirehaired Terriers, Bedlington Terriers

blenheim, red and white king charles, toy trawler spaniels

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

1700s

1600s

Terrier (AKC:1934 & UKC)

Toy (AKC:1995)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
Sable
Brindle

Red
Black
White

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wiry

Straight

A Lakeland Terrier can have a litter of 12-16 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel can have a litter of 10-14 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.

Lakeland Terriers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Thrombocytopenia
Syringomyelia

Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Eye Problems

Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Knee
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Lakeland Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Lakeland Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Lakeland Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Lakeland Terrier dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs may not be the best choice as guard dogs because they do not have a strong instinct to defend their territory.

Dog Parks

Walking, Playing, Petting, Sitting, Sniffing, Eating Snacks, Tug-of-war, Nap, Cuddling, Chasing birds, Being pet, Run, Fetch, Grooming self, Treats, Pets, Walk, Play, Meeting people, Brushing, Slow walking, Exploring, Sniff, Belly rubs, Cuddles, Cuddle, Jump, Pullingh, Pulling, Running

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Lakeland Terrier, it's at least 9 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Lakeland Terriers 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.

In general most Cavalier King Charles Spaniels 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.

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

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Lakeland Terrier 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, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-17 pound (7 - 8 kg) Lakeland Terrier feed 1.3 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 13-18 pound (6 - 8 kg) Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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 Lakeland Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.80 per day.

The average cost of a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Lakeland Terrier is between $42 - $53. This makes an average of $504 - $636 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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.

Lakeland Terrier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Lakeland Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Lakeland Terriers are not cat friendly.

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

Lakeland Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.