Active
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

Active
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Poochins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

United States

United States

Japanese Chin, Poodle

Japanese Chin and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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

Black
Brown

Black

White
Red
Sable
Silver
Cream
Gray
Black

Brown
Red
Fawn
Black

A Poochin can have a litter of 2-4 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-Chin 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease

Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Addison's Disease

Cataracts

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination
Complete Blood Test
Heart Testing

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Poochins require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Cava-Chins need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

Cava-Chins are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Cava-Chins 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Poochin, it's at least 5 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-Chin, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Poochins usually need at least 25 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-Chins 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.

Poochins 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 Cava-Chin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Cava-Chin 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
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 6-13 pound (3 - 6 kg) Poochin feed 0.5 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 14-18 pound (6 - 8 kg) Cava-Chin 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 per month expenses of a Poochin 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 average per month expenses of a Cava-Chin is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

Poochins are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Cava-Chin has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

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

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

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

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

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