Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Friendly. Affectionate. Loyal.
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- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
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- Loyal and loving companion
- Great lap dogs
- People oriented
- Friendly and affectionate
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Breed Info
Temperament
Sweet & Curious
- Playful and friendly
- Loving and eager to please
- Great with kids
- Known to chase things
- Not an ideal guard dog
Appearance
Silky & Expressive
Build:
- Large, expressive eyes
- Floppy ears
Coat Type and Color:
- Silky coat
- Moderate length
- Slightly wavy
- Blenheim (white coat w/ chestnut)
- Black and tan
- Ruby
- Tri-color (black and white coat w/ tan markings)
Size:
- 10-18lbs
- 12-13 inches
Exercise
Medium Activity
- Active and sporty
- Loves roaming and exploring
- Playful and enjoys interacting with other dogs
We Recommend:
- 30 minutes of activity per day
- 6 miles of walking per week
- Keep the pup leased in busy areas as they tend to chase
- Breed can be traced back to England
- Loved for gentle nature
- Adored by King Charles II in the late 1600's
- This pup came to the United States in the 1950's
Grooming:
- Brushing needed every other day to avoid matting and tangling
- Feathering on the ears and foot pads need to be trimmed regularly
- Daily teeth brushing recommended
- Ear cleaning necessary to avoid trapped moisture and build-up
- Considered an average shedder
Training:
- Eager to please
- Earlier training is better
- Leash necessary during walks or while visiting busy places
- Gentle training and positive reinforcement is best