Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Fearless
Good-natured
Cheerful

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

Choose a Labrottie if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Avoid Cav-A-Malts as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Labrador Retriever and Rottweiler

Maltese, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Gray

Red
Brown
Black
White
Pied

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

Cav-A-Malts have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

A Labrottie can have a litter of 8-12 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 Cav-A-Malt 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.

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

Cav-A-Malts are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia

Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Deafness
Cherry Eye

Eye
Elbow
Hips

X-Rays
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Chemistry

Labrotties require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Cav-A-Malts need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Labrotties sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Cav-A-Malts have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Labrotties bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Cav-A-Malt dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Tug-of-war, Chase, Jog, Walk, Fetch, Dog Parks, Hike, Beach, Play Fight, Tug, Walking, Run, Soccer, Walks, Running, Snuggling, Cuddling, Play fetch, Hunt, Chewing toys, Swimming, Playing fetch, Tug of war, Road trip, Training, Go to Beach

Snuggles, Fetch, Walks, Walking

Labrotties 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.

Cav-A-Malts are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Cav-A-Malt dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Labrottie, it's at least 12 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 Cav-A-Malt, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Labrotties usually need at least 65 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 Cav-A-Malts usually need at least 30 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 Labrottie is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Cav-A-Malt requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 70-115 pound (32 - 52 kg) Labrottie 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 10-13 pound (5 - 6 kg) Cav-A-Malt feed 1 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 Labrottie is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Cav-A-Malt is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Labrottie is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Cav-A-Malt is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

Labrottie is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Cav-A-Malt has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Cav-A-Malts make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Cav-A-Malts make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Labrotties are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Cav-A-Malts are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Labrotties are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Cav-A-Malts are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Cav-A-Malts have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

The Labrottie is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Cav-A-Malts are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.