Affectionate
Playful
Loyal
Friendly

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

Taco Terriers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Cav-A-Malts are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Choose a Taco Terrier 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.

United States

United States

Chihuahua and Toy Fox Terrier

Maltese, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
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®

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Brindle
Sable
Pied
White
Blue
Fawn
Cream
Red
Brown
Black

Red
Brown
Black
White
Pied

Taco Terriers have medium-length coats.

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

Wiry

Wavy

A Taco Terrier can have a litter of 13-15 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.

Taco Terriers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

The Taco Terrier breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Patellar Luxation
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hydrocephalus
Tracheal Collapse

Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia

Hypoglycemia
Molera
Skin Diseases and Disorders
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Deafness
Cherry Eye

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Cardiac Test
DNA

X-Rays
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Chemistry

Taco Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Cav-A-Malts' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Taco Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Cav-A-Malt has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Taco Terriers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Taco Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

The Taco Terrier is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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

Playing fetch, Tug-of-war, Keep away, Fetch, Walks, Snuggle, Travel, Dig, Run, Chew, Tug, Tag, Hide & Seek, Walking, Sleeping, Petting, Go to Beach, Cuddle, Socialize, Walk, Cuddles, Watching tv, Toys, Play, Sleep

Snuggles, Fetch, Walks, Walking

Taco Terriers 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 Taco Terrier, it's at least 11 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 Taco Terriers 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 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.

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

Cav-A-Malt 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
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Scissors
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Taco Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Taco Terrier is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

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.

Taco Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Taco Terriers 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.

Taco Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Taco Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Cav-A-Malts are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Taco Terriers 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.

Taco Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Cav-A-Malts are highly friendly around strangers.

Taco Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

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

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