Active
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Going
Social
Fearless
Keen
Cheerful
Quiet
Faithful
Nonaggressive
Polite
Charming
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Independent
Robust
Loyal

Cava Inus are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Chippiparais are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

India

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Shiba Inu

Saluki, Taigan, Afghan Hound, Hortaya Borsaya

Unknown

Ancient Times

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Brown
Red
Fawn

Fawn
Brown
Gray
Gray

Cava Inus have medium-length coats.

Chippiparais have short coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Cava Inu 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.

A Chippiparai can have a litter of 12-15 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.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Degenerative Myelopathy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)

Cataracts

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Eye Examination
Heart Testing
Knee X-Rays

Complete Physical Examination
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Electroretinogram (ERG)
Eye and Ear Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

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

Chippiparai has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cava Inu, it's at least 10 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 Chippiparai, it's at least 28 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Cava Inus 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 Chippiparais usually need at least 90 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 Cava Inu requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Chippiparai is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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

Chippiparais have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

Chippiparais are not suitable for children.

Cava Inus are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Chippiparais are not cat friendly.

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

Chippiparais are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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