Active
Playful
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Spirited
Cheerful
Quiet
Faithful
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Active
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Loyal
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Fearless
Keen
Brave
Bright

United States

Brazil

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

Bull Terrier, Boxer

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

APRI - American Pet Registry Inc.
CBKC = Confederação Brasileira de Cinofilia
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

1980s

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

Cream
Fawn
White
Red
Brown

Black
Brindle
Brown
White
Red

King Wheatens have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Dogue Brasileiros have short coats.

Wavy

Straight

A King Wheaten can have a litter of 5-8 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 Dogue Brasileiro can have a litter of 2-10 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.

King Wheatens are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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

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

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency

Cardiomyopathy
Bloat
Mitral Valve Disease
Degenerative Myelopathy
Lethal Acrodermatitis
Subaortic Stenosis

Distichiasis
Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Atopic Dermatitis
Persistent Pupillary Membrane

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Corneal Dystrophy

Eye examination
Radiographs

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Urinalysis
Blood Tests

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

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For King Wheaten, it's at least 7 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 Dogue Brasileiro, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

King Wheatens require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Dogue Brasileiro is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Dogue Brasileiro 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 16-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) King Wheaten feed 2.5 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 64-95 pound (29 - 43 kg) Dogue Brasileiro 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.

The average cost of a King Wheaten is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Dogue Brasileiro is somewhere $3.50 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a King Wheaten is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 Dogue Brasileiro is between $105 - $126. This makes an average of $1260 - $1512 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.

King Wheatens make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Dogue Brasileiro is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

King Wheatens make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

King Wheatens are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

King Wheatens are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Dogue Brasileiros are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

King Wheatens are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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

King Wheatens are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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