Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Fearless
Brave
Bright

Active
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

United States

​United States

Boxer, Boston Terrier

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Papillon

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®

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brindle
Fawn
Black
White

Black
Brown
White
Silver
Red
Pied

Boston Boxers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Cava-lons are known for their coat length.

A Boston Boxer can have a litter of 2-10 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.

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.

Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Subaortic Stenosis

Mitral Valve Disease
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy

Stenotic Nares
Patellar Luxation
Distichiasis
Deafness
Cataracts

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Cardiac
Biopsy
Orthopedic
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ophthalmic
Rectal Exam
Fecal Analysis

X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Endocardiogram

Boston Boxers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Play, Hike, Swim, Run, Playing outside, Playing tug, Snuggling

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

Boston Boxers 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 Boston Boxer, it's at least 8 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 Boston Boxers 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 Boston Boxer is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 25-55 pound (11 - 25 kg) Boston Boxer 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 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 Boston Boxer 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 Boston Boxer 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Boston Boxers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Cava-lon is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Boston Boxers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Cava-lons are highly friendly around strangers.

Boston Boxers 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.