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

Dignified
Independent
Happy
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Strong
Willed
Quiet
Mischievous

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

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Shiba Inu

Rhodesian Ridgeback, Saint Bernard

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

White
Brown
Red
Fawn

Red
Fawn
Black
Brindle

Cava Inus have medium-length coats.

Rhodesian Bernards have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

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 Rhodesian Bernard can have a litter of 6-8 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.

Cava Inus are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Rhodesian Bernards are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Rhodesian Bernards 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)

Distichiasis
Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Dermoid Sinus
Heart Conditions
Wobbler's Syndrome

Cataracts

Entropion
Deafness
Cataracts
Pyotraumatic Dermatitis
Diabetes
Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy

Eye Examination
Heart Testing
Knee X-Rays

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Hearing
Heart
Thyroid Tests
Blood And Urine Analysis

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

Rhodesian Bernard has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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.

Rhodesian Bernards 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 Rhodesian Bernard, it's at least 8 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 Rhodesian Bernards 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 Cava Inu requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Rhodesian Bernard has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
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 110-130 pound (50 - 59 kg) Rhodesian Bernard feed 3.5 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 Rhodesian Bernard is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 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 Rhodesian Bernard is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

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

Rhodesian Bernards are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

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

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

Rhodesian Bernards 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.

Rhodesian Bernards are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.