Saturday, May 24, 2014

Important Things To Know Before Buying Cavachon Puppies For Sale In MN

By Marci Glover


In your search for a new pet you will come across many signs and advertisements. You may have come across a sign that says cavachon puppies for sale in MN. This has of course piqued your interest in perhaps acquiring a new dog. If the cavachon is part of your possibilities list, then do read on for more information on this canine breed.

The cavachon is not a pure breed. It is in fact a breed developed by dog breeders from a cross between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Bichon Frise. As it is a cross breed it is quite difficult to determine which temperament will be dominant from the mother breeds. Cavaliers are very friendly and are lap lovers while the Bichon Frise is more charming and independent. For many it is a toss up whether you will get a very friendly cavachon or one that will not give you the time of day and just be plain mischievous and playful.

Depending on the way a cavachon is bred, the puppies can vary greatly in price. Some breeders try to sell it at six hundred dollars a head. The price range is around two hundred to five hundred on average, with very good bargains to be had if you intend to acquire one from a local shelter.

A unique characteristic of this pooch is that it is known to be hypoallergenic. That means that your allergies will not be triggered or made worse by this dog being near you. It is one of the few recommended breeds by veterinarians for those who love dogs but have fear of allergies being triggered or new ones being developed.

This breed is quite difficult to housebreak and it may take a while. Many owners have found that the crate method to be much better suited for training them for housebreaking purposes. To know more about this method you can search the internet on how to use it plus tips and strategies.

This breed of canine can be a bit more high maintenance in the grooming department when compared to other dogs. Even while they are still puppies you must get them used to being combed everyday so they will get used to it. It is not unusual to find tangled hair even after you have been combing them for hours. Once these puppies reach the age of eight or nine months, you can begin cutting their hair and do some hairstyling on them.

Not a heavy eater, this dog breed will not be much of a burden in terms of quality dog food requirements. These dogs are generally sporadic and light eaters, requiring at most only two meals a day. Make sure they get plenty of water though as they can get quite active at times. In the summer and hot months always make sure they get more water than usual as to avoid dehydration and dehydration related problems.

In general, the breed is a good companion to have around and to play with. They do well living in small spaces but need to be taken outdoors so they can romp and jump around as is their nature. In any case, also try to find other tips and suggestions from other owners of this breed before you buy one so you know exactly what you are getting yourself into.




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