Admin What kind of dog is a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
About the Breed The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel wears his connection to British history in his breed’s name. Cavaliers are the best of two worlds, combining the gentle attentiveness of a toy breed with the verve and athleticism of a sporting spaniel.
How big does a King Charles Spaniel get?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: Size – Height 12 to 13 inches at the withers; weight proportionate to height, between 13 and 18 pounds.
Are there any health problems with a King Charles Spaniel?
Health problems. This is the biggest drawback – by far – of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. A ton of inherited health problems. This sweet-natured breed, unfortunately, is in serious trouble. The number-one killer of Cavaliers is inherited heart disease (a rapidly progressive form of mitral valve disease).
What do you feed a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy?
The Cavalier should be fed a high-quality dog food appropriate to the dog’s age (puppy, adult, or senior). Some Cavaliers are prone to getting overweight, so watch your dog’s calorie consumption and weight level.
What are the best ways to train a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Some owners recommend taking their Cavaliers to obedience classes, while others prefer bringing in a private trainer. Gail Katz strongly recommends taking a Cavalier for daily walks and passing the Canine Good Citizen Test. “AKC Rally, AKC Agility, AKC FastCat, scent work, and barn hunt, are great outlets for Cavaliers,” says Katz.
What happened to the King Charles Spaniel?
When Charles II died in 1670s, these dogs remained popular until King Willian III and Queen Mary II came to power and introduced the Japanese breed Pug to UK. The arrival of the pug and other Japanese breeds led to interbreeding and some big changes to the King Charles Spaniel. They started to display the features of these Asian breeds.