Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Clever

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

Mini English Cockers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Cava-Shells are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Mini English Cockers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Avoid Cava-Shells as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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English Cocker Spaniel and Dachshund

Shetland Sheepdog and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

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International Designer Canine Registry®

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Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Cream
Pied
Brown
Red
Fawn

White
Black
Brown

Mini English Cockers have medium-length coats.

Cava-Shells are known for their coat length.

A Mini English Cocker can have a litter of 4-8 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 Cava-Shell can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Epilepsy
Renal Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)

Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Mitral Valve Disease

Cataracts
Canine Glaucoma
Otitis Interna and Media

Ear Infections
Cherry Eye

Ear Examination
X-ray imaging
CT or MRI scan
Electrocardiogram
Complete Blood Count
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Complete Physical Examination
Full Chemistry Panel Tests and Blood Count
Physical and Neurologic Examination
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination

X-Rays
Ear Examination
Blood Work
Ocular Tests
Full Physical Examination regarding joint movement around the hip and kneecap
Diagnostic Tests for Hyperthyroidism

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

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

Mini English Cocker has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Cava-Shell has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Cava-Shells need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Mini English Cockers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Cava-Shells have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

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

Mini English Cockers 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.

Cava-Shells 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 Mini English Cocker, it's at least 7 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 Cava-Shell, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Mini English Cockers 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 Cava-Shells usually need at least 120 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 Mini English Cocker requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Cava-Shells 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.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-25 pound (9 - 11 kg) Mini English Cocker feed 1.5 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 17-25 pound (8 - 11 kg) Cava-Shell 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 a Mini English Cocker is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Cava-Shell is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Mini English Cocker is between $36 - $45. This makes an average of $432 - $540 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 Cava-Shell is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Mini English Cockers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Mini English Cockers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Cava-Shells make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Cava-Shells are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Mini English Cockers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Mini English Cockers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Cava-Shells have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Mini English Cockers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Cava-Shells are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.