Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel

Side-by-side comparison — size, temperament, traits, costs, and health

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Category
Boykin Spaniel

📏 Physical Stats

13 - 18
Weight (lbs)
25 - 40
12 - 13
Height (inches)
14 - 18
10 - 14 years
Life Expectancy
10 - 14 years
Toy
Breed Group
Sporting
Great Britain
Origin
United States
Flushing small birds, companion
Bred For
Turkey retrieving

⚡ Temperament & Traits

Scores are 1–5 from breed data. Higher = more of that trait. Barking: lower is quieter.

2/5
Energy Level
5/5
Better
3/5
Trainability
4/5
Better
5/5
Good with Children
5/5
5/5
Good with Other Dogs
5/5
2/5
Better
Grooming Needs
3/5

💰 Cost of Ownership

Based on breed-specific cost data at a moderate care level — quality food, routine vet, occasional grooming, standard insurance. Actual costs vary by location and provider.

Annual Cost
$2,096
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
vs
Annual Cost
$2,217
Boykin Spaniel
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Expense
Boykin Spaniel
$2,096
Lower ✓
Annual Cost
$2,217
$2,816
Lower ✓
First Year
$2,937
$25,872
Lower ✓
Lifetime Total
$27,324
$336
Lower ✓
Food (annual)
$552
$515
Lower ✓
Vet Care (annual)
$630
$560
Grooming (annual)
$350
Lower ✓
$660
Insurance (annual)
$660
$55
Insurance (monthly)
$55

Over their lifetimes, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (~12 yrs) costs approximately $1,452 less than a Boykin Spaniel (~12 yrs) in total.

🏥 Health Considerations

Health conditions listed are common concerns for these breeds or breed groups. Not every dog will develop these conditions. Regular vet check-ups are the best prevention.

🐾 Temperament

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Fearless, Affectionate, Sociable, Patient, Playful, Adaptable, Friendly, Curious, Gentle, Loyal, Independent, Protective, Quiet

Boykin Spaniel

Friendly, Energetic, Companionable, Intelligent, Eager, Affectionate, Gentle, Loyal, Playful, Quiet