Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Toy Group

Height at Shoulders
12-13 in
Weight
13-18 lbs
Life Expectancy
12-15 yrs
History
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel originated in Britain around the 17th century. Toy spaniels had been around since the Renaissance era, but the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel was better established by King Charles I and his son Charles II. They both loved the black and tan variety of toy spaniel, which was eventually named after Charles II. During the Victorian era, breeders crossed toy spaniels with Asian toy breeds, producing the English Toy Spaniel. These dogs became so popular that the Charles toy spaniel almost became extinct. They were only revived after Roswell Eldridge, a wealthy American, offered to reward any British breeder who could reproduce “Blenheim Spaniels of the Old World type.”
Breed Characteristics
While not all Cavalier King Charles Spaniels share the exact same personality and temperament, there are certain generalizations that can be made about the breed. In addition to genetics, a dog’s environment, training, socialization, and many other factors all contribute to their personality and behavior.
Intelligence
Affection Towards Family
Friendliness Towards Strangers
Friendliness Towards Other Dogs
Exercise Needs
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Energy Level
Sensitivity
Noise Level
Prey Drive
Shedding
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Intelligence
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Affection Towards Family
★★★★★
Friendliness Towards Strangers
★★★★★
Friendliness Towards Other Dogs
★★★★★
Exercise Needs
★★☆☆☆
Energy Level
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Sensitivity
★★★★★
Noise Level
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Prey Drive
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Shedding
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Common Traits
Intelligent and very eager to please- quick to pick up on what you would like them to do
Have a tail that is constantly wagging
Very people-oriented and don't like to be left alone for long
Have "soft" personalities and don't respond well to harsh scolding
Thrive on affection and known to be "velcro dogs", following you around the house constantly
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