Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Trustworthy

Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Goldenshires are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

United States

United States

Golden Retriever and Yorkshire Terrier

Shetland Sheepdog and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

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ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
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Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Brown
Black
Blue

White
Black
Brown

Goldenshires have medium-length coats.

Cava-Shells are known for their coat length.

Wavy

Straight

Goldenshires typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Mitral Valve Disease

None Known

Ear Infections
Cherry Eye

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Ear Examination
Blood Work
Ocular Tests
Full Physical Examination regarding joint movement around the hip and kneecap
Diagnostic Tests for Hyperthyroidism

Goldenshires are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Goldenshire, 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 Cava-Shell, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Goldenshires usually need at least 90 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 Cava-Shells usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Ideally, Goldenshire should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Cava-Shell should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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.

Goldenshires have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Cava-Shells make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Goldenshires are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Cava-Shells are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

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

Goldenshires are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Cava-Shells are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.