Playful
Loving
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Familiar
Rational

Active
Playful
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

United States

​United States

Labrador Retriever and Bouvier des Flandres

Shih Tzu, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Brindle
Black
Gray
Brown

Black
Brown
White
Pied

A Bouvador can have a litter of 5-10 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-Tzu 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.

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Hemolytic Anemia

Mitral Valve Disease
Syringomyelia

Ear Infections
Diabetes
Cushing's Disease
Food Allergies

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems
Brachycephalic Syndrome

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Complete Blood Count
Elimination Diet

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Fluorescein Test
Blood Work

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

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

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

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

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

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

In general most Bouvadors usually need at least 75 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-Tzus usually need at least 40 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 Bouvador requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Cava-Tzus 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.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-90 pound (25 - 41 kg) Bouvador 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 10-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Cava-Tzu 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 Bouvador is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Bouvador is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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-Tzu 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.

Bouvadors can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

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

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

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

Cava-Tzus are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

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

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

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