Monday, August 19, 2013

A Responsible Cavachon Breeder Is A Reliable Source

By Bernice Terry


You will not regret your purchase from a responsible Cavachon breeder. A responsible breeding program will be directed towards producing the optimal results from the mating of a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the low coat shedding Bichon Frise, a related species. The result will be a toy dog mix of these intelligent and affectionate companion dog breeds. This hybrid was first introduced in the 1990s, the decade during which many new designer dogs first entered the market.

Although a mix a designer dog breed is a deliberate creation to produce choice traits. The breeding of a Bichon indicates its low shedding coat is a key desired characteristic. A cross breed is generally more healthy as it has a less depleted gene pool than a pure breed.

English aristocracy has prized Cavaliers as household companions. According to records, they came to America in 1956. A Cavalier is a toy dog with a reputation of being gentle and sweet natured. This active breed loves to please its owners. This is not an aggressive species.

The breed standard has four colors and it is about 13 inches in height and between 13 and 18 lbs in weight. The four colors include a Tricolor with black markings broken up on a white base with some tan markings around the face and tail. The Blenheim hue has chestnut markings broken up on a white ground. There is a chestnut Ruby tone and a Black and Tan. The latter is coat of a jet shade with tan markings around the face, on the chest, legs, and tail. The coat is silky, wavy and even textured.

A Bichon Frise is another active small breed with a muscular build, a double coat, , a curled tail and a friendly temperament. It is typically approximately 11 lbs in weight and approximately 12 inches in height. The bloodline is a combination of Poodles and Water Spaniels. Spanish sailors were early in appreciating the companionship provided by these dogs. French royalty later also developed a liking for their affectionate personality. The dogs of this variety have dark brown eyes full of curiosity, an inherited feature Cavachons. The top layer of the coat is rough with a tight curl. The hair is white, although apricot, buff and cream shades may also be present. When groomed it has a canine likeness to a cotton ball. This activity loving sport needs exercise.

The height of a Cavachon ranges from 10 to 15 inches and its weight ranges between 10 and 25 pounds. Any deviation from this range is possible, but the difference will not be extensive. Coat color variation is to be expected with this progeny of the colorful English Spaniel breed.

In this progeny of the colorful English Spaniel, a similar range of colors is to be expected. The hair texture is similar to Cavaliers, but the hair shedding will be minimal. A first generation mix tends to more closely replicate the Bichon hair shedding trait. Life spans tend to correspond to the parent lines.

Expect to see shedding as puppy hair is replaced for adult hair. Combing is needed to avoid tangles. More frequent combing will mean less tangles and less time spent on this chore. Pet owners will find that a metal comb is an efficient untangling tool. Do not leave this pet alone for long. A responsible Cavachon breeder will provide you with a puppy you will be thankful for.




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