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

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Trainable
Bold
Cheerful
Cooperative
Boisterous

Italian Greyhound and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

English Springer Spaniel and German Shorthaired Pointer

2000's

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Red
Black
White
Gray
Brindle
Sable
Blue
Cream

Black
White
Brown
Red

Italian Cavalier Greyhounds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

German Shorthaired Sprointers have short coats.

An Italian Cavalier Greyhound 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 German Shorthaired Sprointer can have a litter of 7-12 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 Italian Cavalier Greyhound breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Dental Disease
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Seborrhea
Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Cherry Eye
Cataracts

Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Electrocardiogram
General Physical Examination

Blood Test
X-Rays
Ophthalmologic Examination
Skin Scrape

Italian Cavalier Greyhounds have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

German Shorthaired Sprointers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Italian Cavalier Greyhounds 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.

German Shorthaired Sprointers 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 Italian Cavalier Greyhound, it's at least 8 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 German Shorthaired Sprointer, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Italian Cavalier Greyhounds usually need at least 60 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 German Shorthaired Sprointers usually need at least 75 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 Italian Cavalier Greyhound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The German Shorthaired Sprointer requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Italian Cavalier Greyhound 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 50-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) German Shorthaired Sprointer feed 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.

The average cost of an Italian Cavalier Greyhound is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a German Shorthaired Sprointer is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Italian Cavalier Greyhound 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 German Shorthaired Sprointer is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

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

German Shorthaired Sprointers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Italian Cavalier Greyhounds have an average level of friendliness towards children.

German Shorthaired Sprointers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

German Shorthaired Sprointers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

German Shorthaired Sprointers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Italian Cavalier Greyhounds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

German Shorthaired Sprointers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Italian Cavalier Greyhounds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

The German Shorthaired Sprointer is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.