The King Charles Cavalier Spaniel is a dog that is sweet in nature and truly expects to be treated as a dog of royalty. This dog loves to be pampered and spoiled and will do anything to get your attention when he wants it. Pictures of this dog breed have been found in tapestry and paintings dating back to the 1400's. They are thought to have originated from the larger King Spaniels. King Charles truly loved the Cavalier and hence the name came to the Cavalier because of this. This dog was not only loved by one King, but by two. King Charles the II also loved this breed of dog. No wonder the Cavalier thinks he is royalty.
The King Charles Cavalier Spaniel is a small dog that will grow to about 20 lbs. at most. It has a slightly rounded head, but it is the shoulders that give this dog his regal look. The muzzle is tapered and the head is flat between the feathered ears. The eyes are the things that will melt your heart with this dog. They are soft and say just what you want to hear. The coat is silky and about medium length. It may have a wave, but is not curly. King Charles dogs come in four colors, such as Blenheim, which is a bright chestnut red, marking broken on a white background, tri-colors which are jet-black markings on a broken white background with tan markings, and black, tan, and ruby colors.
{mosimage}The King Charles Cavalier Spaniel is as graceful and regal as you would expect from any royalty. He is the ultimate lap dog with the temperament of an extrovert. This sweet dog cannot only be lively, but also vocal at times. They do not like spending time at home, but would rather spend it with those they love. They love the company of their families and get along well with household pets, depending on whether they want to spend time on your lap, which is his place alone. They are affectionate and gentle dogs and it may surprise you to know that they do very well in agility training. They love to swim and also have a passion for hunting.
The King Charles Cavalier Spaniel does very well in apartment living. They love to be inside, which makes it ideal for this kind of living. They do like a daily walk, whether it is to the corner store or a stroll through the park. They can also be at home on a farm as well. They are very versatile dogs. They take to obedience training very well and will excel in the things they are taught. They do like yummy dog treats and this is always good when training your dog. Positive reinforcement training is the best way to train any dog and you will reap the benefits of this as you watch them grow into adulthood with confidence in being a well-mannered King Charles Cavalier Spaniel.
