The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has only been around for about a century, but they quickly become a popular dog breed and continue to be to this day! Cavaliers are known for their plucky personality and friendly temperament. Keep reading to learn more about the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and tips for raising this breed.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Breed Guide:
Breed Origin
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed originated in England in the early 1900s, in 1945 they were officially recognized by the British Kennel Club. Cavaliers were bred from the English toy spaniels, and quickly became a favorite breed among British royal and noble families. The first Cavalier King Charles Spaniels arrived in the United States from England in the 1940s, to much popularity, but were not recognized by the American Kennel Club until 1996.
Physical Characteristics
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are known for their beautiful silky coat, which feels as plush as it looks. Their wavy fur grows to medium length and feathers out at their ears and legs. Surprisingly, Cavalier’s fur does not shed excessively. The Cavalier’s coat can come in Blenheim(chestnut with pearl), tricolor(black, white, and tan), black and tan, or a solid reddish-brown. Cavaliers range in size from small to medium, averaging between 13-18 pounds.
Temperament
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are happy-go-lucky in nature and have outgoing personalities. They generally love everyone they meet, which makes them great for families, but makes them bad guard dogs. This also means that they don’t like to be left alone for long periods of time, as they crave a lot of attention and affection from humans. Although they are considered a toy breed, Cavaliers can in fact be quite athletic thanks to their genes.
Tips For Raising A Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Grooming
Despite having a lot of fur, Cavalier’s are not difficult to keep groomed. However, because of their wavy fur it is recommended to brush them a few times a week in order to keep it tangle-free.
Health
Generally, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are a healthy breed, but their are a few health issues that this breed is prone to. These include: MVD (mitral valve disease), Syringomyelia, hip dysplasia, dry eye, and ear infections.
Written by Vincent M.
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