Posavac Hounds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Avoid Cava-lons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Croatia

​United States

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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Papillon

15th Century

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Red
Fawn
Isabella

Black
Brown
White
Silver
Red
Pied

Posavac Hounds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Cava-lons are known for their coat length.

A Posavac Hound can have a litter of 12-14 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-lon 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.

Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Mitral Valve Disease
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy

Ear Infections
Patellar Luxation
Congenital Heart Defect (CHD)

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Ear Examination
Blood Tests and Analysis
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Echocardiogram

X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Endocardiogram

Posavac Hounds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Posavac Hound dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Cava-lons are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Walk play

Dog park, Walk, Fetch, Cuddling, Hiking, Walks, Walks off leash, Tug-of-war, Nap, Play, Walking, Cuddles, Swimming, Cuddle, Playing, Car rides, Swim, Run, Lazy playing

Posavac Hounds 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.

Cava-lons 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 Posavac Hound, it's at least 14 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-lon, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Posavac Hounds 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 Cava-lons usually need at least 45 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 Posavac Hound is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Cava-lon requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 35-45 pound (16 - 20 kg) Posavac Hound feed 2 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 10-18 pound (5 - 8 kg) Cava-lon 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 Posavac Hound is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Posavac Hound 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 Cava-lon 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.

Posavac Hounds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Cava-lons are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.