Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Broholmer
Breed Compatibility
73% Compatible
Energy Level
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: Calm0.4
Broholmer: Calm0.4
Very Compatible
Trainability
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: Eager to Please1.0
Broholmer: N/A
Less Compatible
Grooming Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: Weekly Brushing0.4
Broholmer: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel5/5
Broholmer3/5
Good with Other Dogs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel5/5
Broholmer3/5
Good with Strangers
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel4/5
Broholmer3/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Mitral Valve Disease: Heart condition
Syringomyelia: Neurological disorder
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
Patellar Luxation: Kneecap issues
Eye Problems: Various conditions
Heart Murmurs: Cardiac concerns
Broholmer
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint development issues
Bloat: Gastric torsion condition
Heart Issues: Cardiac health concerns
Eye Problems: Various ocular conditions
Joint Issues: Mobility complications
Pros & Cons Comparison
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Pros
Exceptionally affectionate
Good with children
Adaptable to different living situations
Easy to train
Gentle temperament
Cons
Significant health concerns
Regular grooming required
Separation anxiety prone
Cannot be left alone long
Expensive medical care
Broholmer
Pros
Loyal family companion
Excellent guardian
Gentle with family
Low barking tendency
Cons
Requires spacious living area
Heavy drooler
Not suitable for novice owners
Significant food costs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Fun Fact
King Charles II was so devoted to these dogs that he decreed they be allowed in any public place, including Parliament!
Broholmer Fun Fact
Despite their imposing size, Broholmers were known as 'gentle giants' among Danish nobility.
Heritage & Purpose
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Origin:
Developed in the United Kingdom during the 16th century as companion dogs for nobility, particularly favored by King Charles II. Served as lap warmers and gentle companions.
Broholmer
Origin:
Danish mastiff-type dogs emerged in the 18th century, serving as estate guardians and hunting companions for nobility. Their primary role involved protecting large properties and livestock.
Special Considerations
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Regular heart monitoring required. Daily brushing needed to maintain coat. Cannot tolerate extreme temperatures or long periods of solitude.
Broholmer
Regular grooming despite short coat, moderate exercise requirements despite size, and attention to potential joint issues due to large breed status.