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The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a beautiful, small spaniel breed. Their large eyes are round, dark, and expressive, and their feathered tail is sometimes docked. They have a flat skull and a conical muzzle with a proportionately long, well-developed nose and wide nostrils. Their feathered ears are long and hanging. The coat of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is sometimes slightly wavy, always silky, and exists in ruby, black & tan, tri-color and Blenheim (pearly white background with chestnut markings). On the Blenheim variety, a chestnut-colored spot exists on top of the head, between the ears.
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The Cavaliers slope is shallow. The Cavalier is slightly larger then the King Charles Spaniel. Most are very easy to train and rarely noisy.
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is eager, affectionate, and playful. They are lively, outgoing, and they constantly aim to please. They are intelligent enough to be responsive to commands, and they are usually easy to train. They are naturally well behaved and almost always get along well with other pets and animals. This breed needs lots of companionship and they need to be around people to feel happy. They sometimes possess a chasing instinct, and they shouldn’t be left off a leash out in the open. They do best with older, more considerate children, and they can sometimes be leery of strangers. They make excellent companions and they perform well in competitive obedience. They have a great sense of smell and sight, and they can be utilized in short hunts over open country.
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is susceptible to hereditary eye disease, dislocated kneecaps, back troubles, ear infections, hearing problems, and syringomyelia. Hip dysplasia is also occasionally seen. This breed should not be overfed because of their propensity to put on weight. Some lines of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are genetically disposed to the early onset of a serious heart problem that can sometimes cause early death. It’s important for owners to check the medical history of specimens before selecting a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. This breed typically lives for 9 to 14 years.
Look out for Heatstroke, the symptoms of heatstroke are rapid panting, thick, bubbling saliva, staggering, and collapse. Mitral valve disease is a common heart problem in Cavaliers. Check the health history of parents and grandparents when selecting a Cavalier.
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a descendant from the King Charles Spaniel. Other small, toy spaniels that have been seen in many sixteenth, seventeenth, and eighteenth century paintings are also likely to be contributors of the breed. Breeders of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel were attempting to produce a dog that was similar to the ones depicted in portraits during the time of England’s Charles II. King Charles II was said to have doted upon these small types of spaniels. In the 1920’s, an American by the name of Roswell Eldridge offered prize money to any person who exhibited a King Charles Spaniel with a long nose. By the 1940’s, these dogs were given the prefix “Cavalier”, and were classified as their own separate breed. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel was first shown in 1996 in the Toy Group of the AKC.
The silky coat of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should be brushed or combed on a regular basis. It should be dry shampooed as necessary. The feathered hair around the ears is susceptible to tangles and knots, so it is important for this breed to be thoroughly groomed on a frequent basis. The hair between the pads of the feet should be trimmed, and ears should be cleaned and inspected. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is an average shedder.
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is well-suited for life in a small household or apartment. They are comparatively active indoors and will do fine with just a small yard. They do not particularly like warm weather conditions. Whatever exercise owners can provide will be appreciated, but it is not necessary to provide a rigorous physical routine. They enjoy going for brisk walks and romps in the park.
They can also really enjoy the heat but not for too long.
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If you have time to properly train your new puppy, he/she should do fine. Your other dog would love the company. The puppy will probably chew a lot when you’re gone since she will have so much energy. As long as you can give them exercise at the end of the day, they should be happy dogs.
We have a 14 week old female puppy and she is also losing her coat. We discovered she had a small hernia at the same time her coat really started to change. Is this normal?
Ours does just fine living every day in Key West and it gets up to 90F here. We'll walk him for two hours every night and make sure to bring a cold water bottle for him.
could it be his ears, my pup also smelt constantly(like a dirty dog smell) even after bath, but now clean his ears every week with aurex ear drops, smell has gone,
people say that if you neuter your cavalier at any age that they become lazy/fat which can lead to fatal heart problems consult your vet first and ask him everything you are worried about.
He is really a Cavachon ( that is what the breeder documented)
Age :
1 year, 8 mo
Name:
Buddy
Color:
brindle
Description:
He is really a Cavachon ( that is what the breeder documented)
Age :
9 months
Name:
Shea
Color:
White
Description:
She is the best dog. Great personality, easy to training, very loving. More people need to know about Cavesties!
Age :
1-October 25, 2011
Name:
Scooter
Color:
Tri-colour
Description:
Male
Little brother to Poppy :)
Age :
Almost 2 and 1 yr
Name:
Poppy and Scooter
Color:
Blenhiem and Tri-colour
Description:
Brother and sister
Age :
1 yr on Oct. 25, 2011
Name:
Scooter
Color:
Tri-colour
Description:
Cute as anyone could even imagine, but boy oh boy, he sure gets into everything :)
Age :
2 yr on Oct. 23, 2011
Name:
Poppy
Color:
Blenhiem
Description:
2 yr old Pure Breed, Blenhiem............family really, one of the kids.
Age :
10months
Name:
yasmin
Color:
3-colour
Description:
My fluffy bunch of JOY :)
Age :
4 and 5 yrs
Name:
Charlie and Lola
Color:
tri and blenheim
Description:
Here are 2 of the sweetest dogs I have ever seen. They are love sponges!
Age :
Blenhiem 15 mth Tri 12 wk
Name:
Poppy (Blenhiem)Scooter (Tri)
Color:
Blenhiem and Tri
Description:
Cavalier King Charles Blenhiem and Tri
Sister and brother
Age :
10 weeks
Name:
Scout
Color:
Bleheim
Description:
Scout has a pink and black nose
Age :
4
Name:
Rocky
Color:
trycolor
Description:
wonderfull personality. my shadow. I am seeing that the
white nose is turning brown
Age :
22 weeks
Name:
Derek
Color:
ruby and white
Description:
he likes to sleep
Age :
22 weeks
Name:
Derek
Color:
ruby and white
Description:
named after my grandad DEREK the best and cutest puppy in the world with the coolest name ever h!e is immence of epic propotions ( and he has a mohkian
Age :
Approx. 8 mths here
Name:
Poppy
Color:
Blenhiem
Description:
Don't make me go in that water!!
Age :
Approx. 8 mths here
Name:
Poppy
Color:
Blenhiem
Description:
Blenhiem Cavalier - female
Friendly, outgoing, loves cuddling......now we think she needs a little tri-colour brother :)
Age :
2 years
Name:
chester
Color:
bleniem
Description:
best dog ever
Age :
2 years
Name:
chester
Color:
bleniem
Description:
most lovable dog ever
Age :
15 months
Name:
Maggie
Color:
Tri
Description:
This was her first trip to the ocean and she loved it!!
Age :
10 months
Name:
Poppy
Color:
Blenheim
Description:
Not for show or breeding, just our girl :)
Age :
5mths & 3 yrs old
Name:
Buster (pup) & Cosmo
Color:
Black & White, Blenheim
Description:
Napping with my new Big Brother
Age :
5
Name:
Cody
Color:
blenhem
Description:
He is the King of the house, Loves to play and get belly rubs. He is loving to his brother jack. Very affectionate and always wants to be with you.
Age :
8 months
Name:
Charlie
Color:
tricolor
Description:
Here is Charlie out at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY.
Age :
8 months
Name:
Charlie
Color:
tricolor
Description:
Charlie was born October 7, 2009. He was born in Oklahoma and arrived at our home via airplane at the age of 8 weeks. He is very smart, easy to have around and never barks. He loves to "stalk" birds!
Age :
6 months
Name:
Dolly
Color:
blenheim
Description:
This blenheim male in on the small side. His mother is 10-12lbs and father 15lbs. He has a nice head and coat. Check our website to learn more about us and our dogs.
Age :
1
Name:
Rizzo
Color:
Ruby
Description:
A very beautiful ruby male, very correct, and a fun little fellow! Owned and loved by Royal Crown Cavaliers of Pa!
Age :
1.3
Name:
HUGO
Color:
rubi
Description:
ES UN AUTENTICO PELUCHE!!
Age :
4 1/2 months
Name:
Emmy
Color:
Tri-color
Description:
Reading in bed with Mommy!
Age :
4 1/2 months
Name:
Emmy
Color:
Tri-color
Description:
Having the time of her life at the dog park!
Age :
4 1/2 months
Name:
Emmy
Color:
Tri-color
Description:
Playing ball!
Age :
2 months
Name:
Emmy
Color:
Tri-color
Description:
Pooped.
Age :
4 1/2 months
Name:
Emmy
Color:
Tri-color
Description:
Hiking with her big "sister" Gracie.
Age :
1 year
Name:
Vera
Color:
Ruby
Description:
Our dog is very intelligent, vivacious and very sweet!
charlie is a great dog and loves chasing the snow and playing with his bone.
Age :
8 Years
Name:
Sketter
Color:
Tan and white
Description:
She is a god dog
Age :
3
Name:
Sebo
Color:
Blenhiem
Description:
This is Sebo sitting on his throne in the garden last winter
Age :
9 months
Name:
Dr Pepper
Color:
Black and Brown
Description:
Cavapoo - Designer Dog- Cavalier King Chareles Spaniel and Poddle
Age :
2 + 1/2
Name:
bengy
Color:
blenheim
Description:
playing with nextdoors dod. its like lady and the tramp
Age :
2 + 1/2
Name:
bengy
Color:
blenheim
Description:
playing with the parrot
Age :
10 weeks
Name:
millie
Color:
blenheim
Description:
sucking daddy's finger
Age :
10 weeks and 2 and a half
Name:
millie and ben
Color:
blenheim
Description:
having a play fight
Age :
9 mos
Name:
Albert
Color:
tri colour
Description:
helping us pack
Age :
9 mos
Name:
Albert
Color:
tri colour
Description:
he's a charmer. even non dog people adore him. he comes to my spa everyday with me. he's 10.1lbs now. he is deffinatley a beggar and it explains how prevelant obesity is in this breed. saying no is hard, but it does keep them with us for longer. i'd recommend this breed to anyone who is looking for an easy going, low maintenance as far as exercise and loyal dog. i've read some are'nt great with kids, but albert loves them and is happy to be patient with them. socialization is key.
Age :
2 months
Name:
Sophie Louise
Color:
goldy/brown and white
Description:
Total ratbag, and very spoilt.
Age :
1
Name:
chubby
Color:
ruby
Description:
he is loveing to my whole family
Age :
1.5
Name:
Bella Boo
Color:
Blenheim
Description:
This is my Bella Boo, only the best dog on the planet!
Age :
2
Name:
lady
Color:
tan & white
Description:
bes dog ever, very obedient, friendly. love her..! xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Age :
nearly 2
Name:
aly
Color:
tan & white
Description:
bes dog ever, very obedient, friendly. love her..! xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Age :
6 Months
Name:
Raleigh
Color:
tri colored
Description:
sitting on couch
Age :
6 Months
Name:
Raleigh
Color:
tri colored
Description:
listening
Age :
6 Months
Name:
Raleigh
Color:
tri colored
Description:
at the beach
Age :
6 months
Name:
Raleigh
Color:
tri
Description:
outside
Age :
6 months
Name:
Raleigh
Color:
tri
Description:
sleeping
Age :
6 months
Name:
Raleigh
Color:
tri
Description:
Playing with ball
Age :
6 months
Name:
Raleigh
Color:
tri
Description:
sleepy
Age :
6 months
Name:
Raleigh
Color:
tri
Description:
resting
Age :
9
Name:
mr darcy
Color:
tri
Description:
mr darcy is a cavalier king charles spaniel tri he is very freindly and naughty as he would steal my food of my plate when im not looking darcy loved going for walks with k.c. my other cavalier king charles spaniel darcy still looks for him
Age :
10
Name:
k.c.
Color:
ruby
Description:
k.c is a male cavalier king charles spaniel ruby who sadly passed away october 9th 2007 after a short illness he loved going for walks with me and mr darcy we would go and visit freinds i miss k.c. terrible because he used to make me laugh all the time by howling whenever i put the radio on
Age :
7 months
Name:
Robbie
Color:
Blenheim
Description:
Going home from a big day out.
Age :
7 months
Name:
Robbie
Color:
Blenheim
Description:
Our little old man relaxing in his lounge chair
Age :
17 months
Name:
Oscar
Color:
Blenheim
Description:
My pride and joy!
Age :
2 months
Name:
Brandy
Color:
Broen and white blenheim
Description:
Lovely girl, totally spoilt and treated like a baby!
Age :
4
Name:
Boomer
Color:
Blenhem
Description:
Boomer just makes us laugh and smile all the time. He's affectionate, loves to lick, always wants to play and snuggles and cuddles with us both.
Age :
5mths
Name:
ruby
Color:
blenim
Description:
my angel ruby is the light of my life the kids adore her and i couln't imagine life without her cheeky personality
Age :
8 yrs
Name:
Shona Shu
Color:
Blenheim
Description:
A well balanced dog. A pleasure to be part of her world.
Age :
10wks
Name:
Buddy
Color:
tri
Description:
buddle of fun
Age :
9 Weeks
Name:
Anastasia
Color:
Blenheim
Description:
First bath for Annie at home... she did so well!!!
Age :
9 Weeks
Name:
Anastasia
Color:
Blenheim
Description:
Annie was a bumblebee for our halloween party... she was the highlight of the evening!!
Age :
2 months
Name:
Lucy
Color:
blenheim
Description:
Taken at 2 months old in our backyard
Age :
6 months
Name:
Fergie
Color:
blenhiem
Description:
So cute!
Age :
12 weeks
Name:
Niels
Color:
tri color
Description:
So cute!!!
Age :
10
Name:
k.c
Color:
ruby
Description:
submitted by sarahjane godsall
Age :
9
Name:
mr darcy
Color:
tri
Description:
submitted by sarahjane godsall
Age :
2
Name:
Bentley
Color:
Black/Tan
Description:
Bentley is my beautiful Black and Tan Cavalier. He is 10 lbs and is the best around!
Age :
4 weeks
Name:
Bitsy and Blossom
Color:
Blenheim
Description:
These girls are two of the five in this litter. Aren't they adorable
Age :
9 months
Name:
Marco
Color:
blenheim
Description:
He is the best dog in the world! :)
Age :
10
Name:
mr darcy
Color:
tri
Description:
this is mr darcy my freindly cavalier king charles spaniel tri sarahjane godsall southwales
Age :
6
Name:
Jake
Color:
blenheim
Description:
Ch. Pascavale Double Take Ch Northwoods Also In Tru and Yegorov Clifford
Age :
9
Name:
kc
Color:
ruby
Description:
owned by sarahjane
Age :
10 Months
Name:
Lady Milly
Color:
Tri
Description:
Lady Milly doing her early morning workout
Age :
9
Name:
kc
Color:
ruby
Description:
kc was a lovley companion to play with sadly he is not here with us anymore
