All about the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is gentle, friendly and affectionate. Being lovable, energetic and intelligent, they make great pets for families with children and other pets who they normally get on really well
with.
These toy spaniels are very popular and easy to keep as they adapt to your lifestyle, making no particular demands;
the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel makes for an excellent family
pet and is well suited to those with smaller accommodation.
This small spaniel was once a favourite breed of Charles !!, but lost favour when William of Orange succeeded the throne in England. Much later in Victorian times, dog styles generally changed towards shorter forefaces and smaller dogs, hence the style of dog which can be seen in 16th and 17th century paintings, all but disappeared.
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel at a glance
Our 4 Paw Rating - to the suitability of The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
for your home and lifestyle
Size
12 to13 inches at shoulder, weight up to 11lbs
Coat Care
Smooth, soft wavy coat, gentle brushing to remove dead hairs during shedding season
Family Life
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is ideally suited to families, gentle, friendly, energetic and intelligent
Lifestyle
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel adapts to its families lifestyle, does not require much room indoors, and would be comfortable without a back yard as long as regular exercise is available
Health
Life span approximately 12 - 14 years
General health test recommended
Exercise
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has uncomplicated exercise
requirements and will adapt to the families activity level. Equally happy on a long walk as a short jaunt.
Training
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is generally easy to train, intelligent and eager to
learn
Puppy & Dog
Training
We help you with basic puppy and dog training then show you the best places to learn how to have the most
perfectly behaved dog.
Housebreaking
All puppies need potty training and
house training dogs is simple. Again we show you the basics then show you
the best places on the internet to learn more.
Dog Health
Learn how to keep your dog healthy and happy. Prevent illness and
find the right pet medicines.
Information on dog
flea control, and worms. Also Frontline
Plus, Advantage and Heartgard.
See also: [Dog Breeds]
[Choosing A Dog]
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