How long does a Pomeranian Cavalier Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 12–16 years, the midpoint of the Pomeranian (12–16 years) and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (12–15 years).

Is a Pomeranian 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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Pomeranian Cavalier Mix

A Pomeranian Cavalier mix is a cross between a Pomeranian and a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Most grow into small dogs of 8–12 lb and live 12–16 years.

Pomeranian, a purebred dog — PomeranianPhoto: Novoklimov, CC0, 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.

Weight8–12 lbcan be 3–18 lb

Height9–10 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–16 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Pomeranian Cavalier Mix get?

Pomeranian3–7 lb

The mix8–12 lb

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel13–18 lb

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

Height runs 9–10 inches at the shoulder, against 6–7 in for the Pomeranian and 12–13 in for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. The parents differ a lot in size, so litters vary more than usual. Breeders normally use the larger breed as the mother to keep whelping safe.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Moderate

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

Energy

Moderate

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

Trainability

Moderate to very high

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

Grooming

Moderate

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The Pomeranian is usually described as inquisitive, bold, lively. 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.

Pomeranian vs Cavalier vs the mix

Trait	Pomeranian	Pomeranian Cavalier Mix	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Weight	3–7 lb	8–12 lb	13–18 lb
Height	6–7 in	9–10 in	12–13 in
Lifespan	12–16 yr	12–16 yr	12–15 yr
Shedding	moderate	moderate	low
Energy	moderate	moderate	low
Group	Toy	mixed	Toy

Questions about the Pomeranian Cavalier Mix

How big does a Pomeranian Cavalier Mix get?: Most grow to 8–12 pounds and 9–10 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 3–18 pounds.
How long does a Pomeranian Cavalier Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–16 years, the midpoint of the Pomeranian (12–16 years) and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (12–15 years).
Does a Pomeranian Cavalier Mix shed?: Shedding is moderate. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Pomeranian 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 Pomeranian mixes

Other Cavalier mixes

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