Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

HISTORY

ORIGIN GREAT BRITIAN

GROUP TOY GROUP

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel was named for Charles II and was the lap dogs of the ladies in the 17th century.

APPEARANCE(S)

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is small bodied with round heads and fluffy drop ears.

COLOR(S)

This breed is most commonly seen in red and white, black and tan, and solid red.

COAT

The coat of the King Charles is medium in length, and is soft, silky and moderately wavy.

PERSONALITY

ACTIVITY LEVEL

Moderate

POSITIVES

This breed is easygoing and loves almost everyone.

THINGS TO CONSIDER

This breed needs to be groomed on a regular basis.

IDEAL LIVING SITUATION

This breed would do well in the city or country.

HELPFUL INFORMATION/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

This breed needs attention from its family; they are the quintessential lap dogs.

BREED RELATED HEALTH CONCERNS

The following conditions are known to be seen in this breed, please look at our A to Z listing to find out detailed information.

• Heart problems

• Patellar luxation

• Epilepsy

NATIONAL CLUBS AND/OR ORGANIZATIONS

American Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club, Inc.
2 Bud Davis Rd.
Newnan, GA 30263

FUN FACT(S)

It is said that King Charles I and II loved and doted over the King Charles Spaniel in their courts.