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

Loving
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Strong
Reserved

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

Taylor's Bulldanes are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

United States

Shetland Sheepdog and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Great Dane, Old Tyme Bulldog

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Cava-Shells are known for their coat length.

Taylor's Bulldanes have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

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 Taylor's Bulldane can have a litter of 4-10 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.

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

Taylor's Bulldanes are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Mitral Valve Disease

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat
CVI (Wobbler’s Syndrome)

Ear Infections
Cherry Eye

Entropion
Ectropion
Microphthalmia

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

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Skin Biopsy
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test

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

Taylor's Bulldane has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Walk, Run

Fetch, Play, Run

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.

Taylor's Bulldanes are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Taylor's Bulldane 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 Taylor's Bulldane, it's at least 7 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 Taylor's Bulldanes 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 Taylor's Bulldane is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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 175-200 pound (79 - 91 kg) Taylor's Bulldane feed 4.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

The average cost of a Taylor's Bulldane is somewhere $4.50 - $5.60 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 Taylor's Bulldane is between $134 - $168. This makes an average of $1608 - $2016 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.

Taylor's Bulldanes make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Taylor's Bulldanes are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Taylor's Bulldanes are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Taylor's Bulldanes are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Taylor's Bulldanes are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Taylor's Bulldanes are not known for being a highly playful breed.