Cavachon Weight Chart

The Cavachon is a hybrid bred dog from a Bichon Frise and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

A Cavachon growth chart will give you information about what to expect as they grow throughout their life stages so that you are prepared to raise this adorable dog.

Typically, Cavachons weigh between 13 and 18 pounds and stand at a height of between 9 and 13 inches when they are fully grown.

Generally, they will reach their adult size at the age of between 10 and 12 months because they are classified as small dogs.

This article will provide you with more information about the Cavachon size chart, factors that can affect their growth, health issues that they are genetically predisposed to, and what you can do to help them maintain a healthy weight.

When Is A Cavachon Fully Grown?

On average, Cavachons stop growing at around the age of 10 to 12 months. However, they may continue to fill out for another 3 months depending on how big they will eventually get.

Naturally, larger dogs take longer to reach their final size compared to smaller dogs.

Therefore, since a Cavachon can be on the larger or smaller size for the hybrid standard, it is understandable to assume that not all Cavachons stop growing at the same time.

Cavachons reach their sexual maturity at around the age of six months because they are a small breed of dogs.

They can reach their mental maturity at around the age of 18 months like most dogs do.

Monitoring the weight of your puppy using a Cavachon weight chart will ensure that they maintain a healthy weight throughout their life.

Weighing your puppy regularly allows you to notice any abnormal changes early so that you can address the problem.

Nutrition, genetics, exercise, and health issues are some of the factors that can affect the weight of your Cavachon.

Ensure that you visit the vet regularly to get advice on how you can help your puppy maintain a healthy weight.

At 3 months, your puppy should weigh around 4 pounds. At 6 months, they should weigh around 7 pounds, and at the age of 12 months, they should weigh around 13 to 16 pounds depending on gender and adult size.

Cavachon Puppy Weight Chart

	Male Cavachon	Female Cavachon
Weight	12 - 16 lbs	9 - 14 lbs
Height	11 - 13 inch	10 - 11 inch
Full Grown	10 - 12 months	10 - 12 months

Cavachon Growth Chart – What To Expect

The following is what to expect from a Cavachon growth chart:

Birth – 2 Weeks

This is the neonatal period where the Cavachon puppy is fully dependent on his mother for grooming and nutrition.

They cannot see or hear because their eyes and eyes are not developed. They spend most of their time sleeping and eating as they are still growing and developing.

Their source of nutrients is from the mother’s milk, therefore, if the mother does not produce enough milk, you can feed the puppies formula to ensure that they get all the necessary nutrients at the early stage of life.

3 Weeks – 12 Weeks

During week three, the ears and eyes of the puppy open. They start crawling, wagging the tail, and learn to start. You can start weaning the puppy at week four as their stomach is slowly developing.

Ensure that you add more water to the food to prevent stomach issues.

This is the phase to start training the puppy on socialization skills and obedience so that they are ready to transition to their new home at week 8.

Whatever skill they learn at this stage will impact their adult life. This is also the stage to ensure that they receive all their vaccinations.

4 Months – 9 Months

At this stage, your Cavachon will start showing his dominance and test boundaries. They will want to be the leader of the pack making it the right time to show them that you are the leader and in charge.

They will also show signs of fear which is alright as they are going through the adolescent stage.

If you are not planning on breeding your Cavachon, speak to your vet about spaying or neutering them as this is the recommended age to do these procedures.

They will start developing adult teeth and their baby teeth will fall off.

10 Months – 18 Months

Most Cavachons reach their adult weight and height at the age of 10 months. At this age, they will be sexually and physically mature.

This is the age to transition them from puppy food to adult food. Ensure that the process is done gradually to avoid causing stomach upsets.

Continue training and socializing your Cavachon to make sure they are happy and having fun as your companion.

Adult

As adults, Cavachons have mentally, sexually, and physically developed and all they need from you at this stage is love, attention, and care.

It is crucial to monitor their weight at this stage to prevent them from being overweight or underweight.

Provide them with a balanced and complete diet with all the necessary nutrients to ensure that they need to remain healthy. Reducing their portion sizes is also recommended at this stage.

Providing them with adequate exercise through going for walks and playtime will keep them active and fit.

How Big Do Cavachons Get?

Some ways help you determine the adult size of your Cavachon puppy. First, you can look at the parents.

Since Cavachon is a mixed breed between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Bichon Frise, they take on the physical trait of either parent.

Therefore, if the mother Bichon Frise weighs 18 pounds and the father Cavalier King Charles Spaniel weighs 15 pounds, the Cavachon will either be 15 pounds or 18 pounds, not 16.5 pounds which is the average.

Another way of determining their adult size is to look at their paws, especially if they are unusually small or big.

Small paws mean they will be small as adults while large paws mean they will be bigger as adults.

Also, if you do not have access to the parents, you can do a DNA test with the help of your vet, and they can help you determine the adult size using the results.

Typically, Cavachons have a height of around 9 to 13 inches and weigh between 13 and 18 pounds as adults.

Will Neutering/Spaying My Cavachon Affect His Growth?

Neutering and spaying are surgical procedures that involve the removal of testicles and ovaries in dogs respectively.

If your Cavachon is spayed or neutered very early, they are likely to grow taller than they should.

This is because the hormones that tell the body to ‘stop growing’ are missing. The difference can be around ½ inch.

Speak to your vet about the right time to spay or neuter your Cavachon. However, it is recommended to do these procedures when your puppy is between the ages of four and nine months.

Spaying helps reduce the risk of uterine infections and breast cancer while neutering prevents testicular cancer and minimizes territorial and aggressive behaviors.

Spaying and neutering also prevent unwanted litters which save plenty of Cavachon puppies that would end up in shelters.

Cavachon Height Chart

The best way to measure the height of your Cavachon is the standing-up method. This is where you ensure that your puppy is standing straight.

You will need a tape measure that is long enough to reach around your puppy’s body without retracting fully or stretching too hard.

To find the accurate measurements of the height of your Cavachon, measure from the ground to the withers using the tape measure.

The withers is between the shoulder blades and it is the highest point. Knowing the height of your puppy will enable you to buy accessories and kennel doors that are the right size.

Typically, the height of a female Cavachon is between 9 and 11 inches while a male Cavachon has a height of between 11 and 13 inches.

Cavapoo Vs Cavachon Size

Both Cavapoo and Cavachon are small breeds of dogs. Cavachon stands at a height of 9 to 13 inches and weighs between 13 and 18 pounds. Their size varies depending on the size of the parents.

Cavapoo varies in size too. The height of a Cavapoo is between 9 to 14 inches tall while the weight is between 7 to 18 pounds.

This depends on whether the Cavapoo is a Toy or a Miniature Poodle Mix. If they are a Miniature Poodle mix, they are like the Cavachon and if they are a Toy mix then they will be much smaller than the Cavachon.

Factors That Affect Cavachon Growth

Genetics And Gender

Genetics bring about the size of your dog. Therefore, Cavachon is a small dog breed because of the parent breeds.

It is important to know the size that your puppy will grow to be, that is why you should have the right information before adopting your Cavachon. This includes information about the parents.

Male Cavachons are slightly taller and heavier than female Cavachons.

Nutrition

Feeding your Cavachon the right nutrition is important because they will be able to attain their maximum growth potential.

Therefore, always feed your dog the right meals to prevent cases of obesity, overweight or underweight. This is important in helping your dog to be healthy and have strong immunity.

Ensure that every diet fits the dog’s age and that you have regular checks with the vet to ease any concern about their diet or weight.

Physical Activity And Health

Physical activity is important for your dog but engaging him in strenuous activity may damage their growth plates causing abnormal developments.

This predisposes your puppy to joint issues. Keep your Cavachon active but do not overwork him.

What If My Cavachon Is Not Right Weight?

You need to feed your puppy the right nutrition so that they can achieve their full-size potential and develop the structure they need to be healthy and fit. Wet foods are useful for Cavachon puppies.

Most puppies reduce their weight naturally during adolescence because they are putting their food towards growth. When they are over 18 months they can easily put on excess weight.

Cavachons are not the energetic breed rather they love cuddles on the lap. A dog’s healthy weight is one where the ribs can be felt without pushing in.

Your Cavachon needs to lose weight healthily and safely if they begin putting on excess weight. Cut the food slightly and refrain from offering too many treats.

Exercise your dog according to their age and ensure not to over-exercise or overwork them. If your Cavachon is not the right weight, consult with your veterinarian to get the right advice.

Cavachon Genetics And Common Health Problems

Heart diseases – the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a problem with inherited heart disease therefore, many Cavachons can also develop heart failure in middle and old age.

Atopic dermatitis – Cavachons have an allergic skin disease, and it manifest as reddening and itchiness of the skin. The paws, ears, and lips are the most affected areas. Signs manifest from four months of age.

Cataracts – Cavachon develops age-related cataracts in old age while some puppies are born with congenital cataracts that affect their vision. Cataracts can be seen as crystal-like structures with a normally dark lens. They can be removed through surgery.

Cushing disease – This is a syndrome caused by excess levels of cortisol which is a stress hormone circulating in the body.

It is most common in older dogs and is also known as hyperadrenocorticism. It may be due to tumors of the abdomen, adrenal glands, or the brain’s pituitary glands. It is usually treated with medication.

Mitral endocardiosis is the degeneration of the mitral valve and leads to the backflow of the blood through the valve.

It raises the pressure in the left atrium causing its enlargement leading to fluid accumulation in the lungs or the abdomen.

The signs of this condition include coughing, abdominal enlargement, breathlessness, coughing, and exercise intolerance.

The ideal treatment is surgery, but most affected dogs respond well to a combination of medications.

Final Words

Cavachons are intelligent, loving, eager to learn, and have a joyful personality, hence, making them the best family dog especially if you have children.

Taking care of a Cavachon means providing them with adequate exercise and a balanced diet to ensure that they maintain a healthy weight.

Regular visits to the vet are also important so that you can diagnose any health issues at an early stage that may affect your puppy.