Tuesday, February 3, 2015

Traits Of A Cavachon Puppy

By Ines Flores


Any time a person is considering adopting a new pet, they should take the time to learn some details specific to the breed. Before making a commitment that could last as long as twenty years, one should at least be aware of factors like the dog's probable adult size, if they have any special health concerns, how much they shed, their temperaments and just how active they may be. This type of knowledge can make taking care of a Cavachon puppy much more pleasurable.

These dogs are known as a designer breed. This means that two separate purebreds, namely the Bichon Frise and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel in this case, are mated in order to enhance certain physical features and personality traits. The process generates pups that have the best qualities of both of the genetic roots.

Potential pet owners should be aware that these designer dogs are not recognized by the AKC as they are not a purebred breed. Although quite adorable, they were created for purposes other than showing. They are desired for their many fine qualities, including their adorable appearance, compact size, lovable dispositions as well as their allergy friendly coats.

An adult of this breed usually does not weigh more than twenty pounds or reach a height over sixteen inches, landing them in the compact size group. Coats can be a range of solid colors or they might be a triad of hues. The dogs take their sturdy build, sporty stance and alertness from their spaniel side, and their large, expressive, irresistible eyes and lively affection from their Bichon heritage.

When it comes to lovable pets, this breed is one of the most family oriented, loving, affectionate, playful and sociable ones of all. They are extremely intelligent and not at all aggressive, though they do tend to use barking as a way to alert their humans to visitors or anything out of the ordinary. These dogs are great with children, though cautious around the very young, and generally get along with cats and other animals.

There are two styles of coats typical to this breed; long, silky and slightly waved like the spaniel, or soft and loosely curled as the Bichon. The longer fur will require regular brushing to avoid tangles, and occasional grooming would help avoid matting in the curls, but neither one is prone to heavy shedding. It is this particular trait that makes this dog especially attractive to people who deal with dander allergies.

Individuals should know which health issues the breed is apt to encounter. Ears need to receive regular cleaning in an effort to avoid recurring infections and because inattention might lead to premature tooth loss, prioritized dental hygiene is recommended. A variety of skin conditions and allergic reactions to flea bites are common and as they age, heart conditions and hip dysplasia become even bigger risks.

To best teach behavioral control, socializing with humans and animals needs to start as soon as feasible. They are prone to separation anxiety as a side effect of devoted bonding so they require some type of company at all times. A lot of persistence and patience is going to be necessary when house training as this breed tends to be a bit slow in learning this routine.




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