Unfortunately, the Cava Inu is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Norfolk Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

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

Companionable
Happy
Selfish
Confidence
Intelligent
Fearless
Lovable
Spirited

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

Norfolk Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

United States

England

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Shiba Inu

terrier

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Brown
Red
Fawn

Black
Red
Brown
Fawn

Cava Inus have medium-length coats.

Norfolk Terriers have short coats.

Wavy

Wiry

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 Norfolk Terrier 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.

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

Mitral Valve Disease

Cataracts

Cataracts

Eye Examination
Heart Testing
Knee X-Rays

Cardiac
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

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

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

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

Cava Inus 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.

Norfolk Terriers 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 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 Norfolk Terrier, it's at least 4 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 Norfolk Terriers 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
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-30 pound (9 - 14 kg) Cava Inu 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 11-12 pound (5 - 5 kg) Norfolk Terrier 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 Cava Inu is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Norfolk Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Cava Inu 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 Norfolk Terrier 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.

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

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

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

Norfolk Terriers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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

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