Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Cheerful

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

United States

United States

Great Pyrenees and Mastiff

Japanese Chin and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Fawn
Black
Gray
White
Cream

Brown
Red
Fawn
Black

Maspyrs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Cava-Chins have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Maspyr can have a litter of 6-9 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.

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

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

Pulmonic Stenosis
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Atopic Dermatitis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Cataracts

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Full Body Examination
Thyroid Testing

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Maspyr has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Maspyrs 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.

Maspyrs 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-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 Maspyr, it's at least 12 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 Maspyrs 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-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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 110-200 pound (50 - 91 kg) Maspyr feed 3.5 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 cost of a Maspyr is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Maspyr is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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.

Maspyrs are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Cava-Chins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Cava-Chins are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Maspyrs 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.

Maspyrs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Cava-Chins are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Maspyrs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Cava-Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

Maspyrs are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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

Maspyrs 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.