Unfortunately, the Cava-Shell is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Dualaneses are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

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

Active
Playful
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Calm
Faithful
Easygoing
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming
Earnest
Willing
Serene

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

Dualaneses shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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Shetland Sheepdog and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Havanese, Bolognese

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

White
Black
Brown

White
Black
Brown
Sable
Gray

Cava-Shells are known for their coat length.

Dualaneses have short coats.

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.

A Dualanese can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Mitral Valve Disease

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Portosystemic Shunt

Ear Infections
Cherry Eye

Mitral Valve Disease
Heart Murmur

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

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

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.

Dualaneses are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Dualanese dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dualanese, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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.

In general most Dualaneses 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.

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.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

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.

For an average 7-14 pound (3 - 6 kg) Dualanese 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 a Cava-Shell is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Dualanese is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

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.

The average per month expenses of a Dualanese 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.

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

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

Cava-Shells are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Dualaneses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Dualaneses are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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

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