CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIEL

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Quick Facts:

  * Probably the largest of the toy dog breeds

  * Companian to high stress people for hundreds of years

  * Popular with royalty

  * Descended from the King Charles Spaniel

  * Household pet in Charles I household

  * Can be seen in paintings dating back to the 16th century

  * Current type started breeding in 1920's

  * First entered the Westminster Dog Show in 1997

  * Placed 3rd one time and 4th one time at the Westminster Dog Show

  * Life Span 9-14 years

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Appearance:

  * Small for a Spaniel 12-13 inches to top of shoulder

  * Has full length tail, not docked

  * Large round eyes

  * Silky coat with no curls - most common colors are chestnut and white, black and white with tan markings on cheeks, black and tan and ruby red.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Temperament:

  * Eager, well-behaved, adaptable. Loves people - needs companionship

  * Wants to please

  * Very affectionate & playful

  * Loves sitting on your lap

  * Good with children and other dogs. One of the best dog breeds for families.

  * One of the friendliest of the toy dog breeds

  * Can be cat-like, perching on the back of furniture.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Potential Health Issues:

  * Prone to: 

  Eye disease
  Dislocating of knee caps
  Back problems
  Ear infections
  Hearing problems
  Hip dysplasia

Special Needs:

  * Must be brushed daily

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