Friday, January 31, 2014

Discover Cavachon Puppies For Sale In MN

By Eliza Mendoza


Cavachon puppies for sale in MN are friendly, sociable little dogs. Expect your Cavachon to be underfoot when he's not on your lap. They're good with kids and other household pets. This little dog fits just fine in an apartment or even an RV. Sometimes called a designer dog, a Cavachon is a cross between a Bichon Frise and a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

Both Bichons and Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are friendly, playful, and intelligent. Some are a bit skittish. Beyond that, there really are no undesirable traits to inherit, unless you consider wanting to be by your side constantly an undesirable trait. Cavachons are good with children and other pets. They're eager to please, star pupils in obedience training.

An adult Cavachon weighs between 12 and 18 pounds. Color can be any mix of colors from the parent dogs. Most are combinations of brown, tan, white, or sable. They can be bi-color or tri-color. They have large, soulful dark eyes. Most have long floppy ears. This little dog will be your loving companion for 8-12 years.

This active but easy to exercise dog can be a great pet for senior citizens. Playtime in the house can keep this little dog happy. They do love walks, trips with the family, car rides, dog parks. Most love snow and prefer walks when it's chilly. They bark to warn you, but usually aren't nervous dogs that bark a lot. They do well in apartments, with families, children, and other pets. Like many small dogs, they can be a challenge to housebreak.

When researching breeders ask if the parent dogs are AKC registered. Ask about a health guarantee. Puppies should be vet checked, inoculated, and de-wormed before they move to their new home. Well socialized puppies will start life in a home, not a kennel. If possible, visit the breeder and ask to see the parent dogs as well as the puppies.

Hybrids can suffer from any of the health problems common in the parents. These include ear infections, skin problems, flea sensitivity, heart murmur, and hip dysplasia, patella luxation, and cataracts. Ask for a health history on the parent dogs.

Regular grooming is a necessity. Their thick wavy hair requires regular brushing to keep from tangling. A puppy cut every 6-8 weeks will keep this little dog looking adorable.

Many AKC breeders call hybrid dogs expensive mutts. But all of today's breeds began as mutts, selectively bred for desired traits. First generation dogs with a Bichon and a Cavalier Spaniel for parents are recognized and can be registered through the American Canine Hybrid Club.

You can recognize a reputable breeder by their concern for placing Cavachon puppies for sale in MN in loving, forever homes. They will ask you questions regarding your experience as a dog owner and why you want a Cavachon. They'll ask about kids and other family pets, and how much time do you really have to spend with your new puppy, today, tomorrow, and for the next 12 years.




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