Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Steady
Spirited
Assertive

Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Tempered
Sweet
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

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

Cav-A-Malts are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Be-Apsos aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Avoid Cav-A-Malts as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

United States

Beagle and Lhasa Apso

Maltese, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

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

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

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
White
Black
Cream

Red
Brown
Black
White
Pied

Be-Apsos have medium-length coats.

Cav-A-Malts have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

A Be-Apso can have a litter of 4-6 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 Cav-A-Malt 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.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Spinal Cord Disease

Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia

Allergies
Eye Problems

Deafness
Cherry Eye

X-Rays
Urinalysis
Eye Tests
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Full Blood Work

X-Rays
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Chemistry

Be-Apsos are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Cav-A-Malts' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Be-Apso has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Cav-A-Malt has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Cav-A-Malts need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Be-Apsos sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Be-Apsos bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Cav-A-Malt dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Cuddling, Short walks, Belly rubs

Snuggles, Fetch, Walks, Walking

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Be-Apso, it's at least 4 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 Cav-A-Malt, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Be-Apsos usually need at least 20 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 Cav-A-Malts 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
Dematter
Scissors
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Be-Apso is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Cav-A-Malt is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

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

Cav-A-Malt has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Cav-A-Malts make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Be-Apsos are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Cav-A-Malts are highly friendly around strangers.

Be-Apsos are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Cav-A-Malts have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Be-Apsos are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Cav-A-Malts are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.