How long does a Corgi Cavalier Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Corgi (12–13 years) and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (12–15 years).

Is a Corgi Cavalier Mix easy to train?

Trainability is moderate to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Corgi Cavalier Mix

A Corgi Cavalier mix is a cross between a Corgi and a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Most grow into small dogs of 18–24 lb and live 12–14 years.

Corgi, a purebred dog — CorgiPhoto: Dog breed facts, CC BY-SA 4.0, source

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, a purebred dog — Cavalier King Charles SpanielPhoto: Mapovfille, CC BY 3.0, source

Photos show the purebred parents. There is no single look for a mix: puppies in one litter can resemble either side.

Weight18–24 lbcan be 13–30 lb

Height11–12 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–14 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Corgi Cavalier Mix get?

Corgi24–30 lb

The mix18–24 lb

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel13–18 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Corgi Cavalier Mix dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.

Height runs 11–12 inches at the shoulder, against 10–12 in for the Corgi and 12–13 in for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

Figures are for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi, the more common corgi.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Low to high

Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.

Energy

Low to high

Daily walks and some play are enough for most of these dogs.

Trainability

Moderate to very high

The Corgi rates moderate and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel very high; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low

A weekly brush and the odd bath keep the coat in shape.

Temperament

The Corgi is usually described as affectionate, smart, alert. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel as affectionate, gentle, graceful. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Corgi vs Cavalier vs the mix

Trait	Corgi	Corgi Cavalier Mix	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Weight	24–30 lb	18–24 lb	13–18 lb
Height	10–12 in	11–12 in	12–13 in
Lifespan	12–13 yr	12–14 yr	12–15 yr
Shedding	high	low to high	low
Energy	high	low to high	low
Group	Herding	mixed	Toy

Questions about the Corgi Cavalier Mix

How big does a Corgi Cavalier Mix get?: Most grow to 18–24 pounds and 11–12 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 13–30 pounds.
How long does a Corgi Cavalier Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Corgi (12–13 years) and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (12–15 years).
Does a Corgi Cavalier Mix shed?: Shedding is low to high. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Corgi Cavalier Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Corgi mixes

Other Cavalier mixes

Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.