Loving
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Cheerful

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

English Mastiff, Louisiana Catahoula Leopard Dog

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Havanese

Unknown

1980s

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Blue
Brindle
Fawn
Red

Fawn
Pied
Brown
Black
White

Straight

Wavy

An English Mastahoula can have a litter of 8-12 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.

A Cavanese 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.

English Mastahoulas are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Cavaneses are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

While the Cavanese breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Eye disorders and disease

Mitral Valve Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Syringomyelia

Deafness
Pulmonic Stenosis
Obesity

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Liver Shunts

X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram
Eye Examinations
BAER Testing

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Electrocardiogram
Blood Work

English Mastahoula has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Fetch, Walk, Cuddling

Chase, Walk, Car ride, Training, Play, Hide & Seek, Sunbathing, Fetch

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Mastahoula, it's at least 10 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 Cavanese, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most English Mastahoulas 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 Cavaneses 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.

The English Mastahoula has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Cavanese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Ideally, English Mastahoula should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Cavanese 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Scissors

For an average 100-160 pound (45 - 73 kg) English Mastahoula 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.

For an average 8-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Cavanese 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 an English Mastahoula is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Cavanese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an English Mastahoula is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 Cavanese is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

English Mastahoulas 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.

English Mastahoulas can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Cavaneses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

English Mastahoulas are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Cavaneses are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Cavaneses are highly friendly around strangers.

English Mastahoulas have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

English Mastahoulas are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Cavaneses are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.