Playful
Independent
Happy
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Going
Social
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

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

Mini St. Bernards are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Avoid Cava-Shells as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

United States

Cocker Spaniel and Saint Bernard

Shetland Sheepdog and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1990s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Sable
Brindle

White
Black
Brown

Mini St. Bernards have medium-length coats.

Cava-Shells are known for their coat length.

A Mini St. Bernard can have a litter of 6-8 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 Cava-Shell can have a litter of 4-6 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.

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

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

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Seborrhea
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Mitral Valve Disease

Entropion
Ectropion
Skin-Fold Dermatitis
Retinal Dysplasia
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Ear Infections
Cherry Eye

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

X-Rays
Ear Examination
Blood Work
Ocular Tests
Full Physical Examination regarding joint movement around the hip and kneecap
Diagnostic Tests for Hyperthyroidism

Mini St. Bernards are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Cava-Shells' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Mini St. Bernards require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Cava-Shells need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Tug

Walk, Run

Mini St. Bernards are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Cava-Shells 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Mini St. Bernard, it's at least 8 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 Cava-Shell, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Mini St. Bernards usually need at least 45 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 Cava-Shells usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Mini St. Bernard requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Cava-Shells 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.

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

Cava-Shell 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
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-60 pound (9 - 27 kg) Mini St. Bernard 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 17-25 pound (8 - 11 kg) Cava-Shell 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 Mini St. Bernard is somewhere $2.20 - $3.40 per day.

The average cost of a Cava-Shell is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Mini St. Bernard is between $67 - $101. This makes an average of $804 - $1212 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 Cava-Shell 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.

Mini St. Bernards are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Cava-Shell is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Mini St. Bernards are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Cava-Shells are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Mini St. Bernards are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Cava-Shells are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.