El cavalier king charles spaniel It is one of the dog breeds preferred by children and adults, thanks to its innocent appearance, its soft coat and its cheerful character. Affectionate and active, he loves to spend time with his family, and does not usually have socialization problems. We tell you everything you need to know about this dog, including information about its history and its health.
This breed owes its name to King Charles II of England (1630-1685), who is said to be a true fan of the Cavalier. Legend has it that he let them sleep in his bedroom and took them with him everywhere, claiming the right of these dogs to access any public place. For some time they were very frequent among people of high society, being crossed over the years until the official standard of the breed was finally drawn up in 1928.
Its physical characteristics are highly variable. Small, with large eyes and droopy ears, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel can have four different coat colors: red, tricolor (black, white and tan), red and white, or black and tan. Your weight can span from 5,4 to 8 kg., according to the official Kennel Club standard, and have different heights.
As for its character, it is sociable and loving with children and adults, loves company and hates being alone. He is very energetic, so he needs large doses of outdoor activity: he loves games and walks, as well as socializing with other dogs. In addition, he is very intelligent and empathetic, able to easily identify the feelings of his loved ones. On the other hand, he has a great memory, he learns commands quickly, and his hearing and smell are highly developed.
The Cavalier usually in good health. However, it is important to watch their weight, since a slight obesity can be really harmful to the heart of this breed. On the other hand, you tend to suffer from eye problems and ear infections.