Descending from the King Charles Spaniel, the Cavalier breed can be traced back to the royal courts of England and Europe from the 15th-19th centuries. A favourite amongst the European nobility in the 1600s, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is the result of crossing between the King Charles Spaniel and the Pug, being officially recognised as an independent breed by the Kennel Club in 1944. Highly valued amongst the Scottish Stuarts and rumoured to have accompanied Mary Queen of Scots to her execution, the Cavalier has established a reputation as a loyal and affectionate companion dog. Falling within the 'toy' breed group, the Cavalier shares its classification with many of the smaller canine breeds, and was almost destroyed with the onset of WWII when breeding stock diminished.
Combining the traits of its crossed forebears, the Cavalier boasts a distinctive appearance with a small, compact frame, a rounded head, a short, flat muzzle, protruding eyes and an upturned face. The body is pleasantly proportioned and the Cavalier coat is silky and medium in length, common in colour variations of tricolour, black and tan, ruby, and red and white (Blenheim). Feathering is usually found through adulthood on the tail, legs, ears and feet, with feathering on the feet being a desired trait by breeders.
The sixth most popular dog in the United Kingdom in 2007, the Cavalier has gained global favour over recent decades, as an eager and mannered house pet and devoted companion dog. Gentle and obedient, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is well suited to the domestic setting, highly compatible with children and other animals; in order to get the best from your Cavalier, firm but fair leadership, consistent training and early socialisation is encouraged. On average, a healthy Cavalier will weigh 5-8 kg, with a life expectancy of 12-14 years when shown the appropriate care.
As with most breeds, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is susceptible to various eye disorders, hip and elbow dysplasia, patellar luxation, allergies and ear complaints resulting from hair growing inside the ear canal. More serious complaints identified in the breed include cardiac and neurological disorders, which can sometimes lead to heart failure and paralysis. Due to its reduced size, the Cavalier may experience behavioural problems so training from puppyhood is essential.
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From Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
All these Cav's are BEAUTIFUL. Thank you for sharing your lovely pics
From Staffordshire, United Kingdom
my wonderful toby and bella , they are ex breeding dogs , which are scared of the out side world , bella is a very very scared lady but we seem to be getting there, we have had her 2 years and toby 5 years , my little boy toby has just been the vets and they have found a mass by his trachea , i know they can not operate i am just buying him a flectabed which should keep him warm .
From Flintshire, United Kingdom
I have Katie the black and tan Cavalier and also Izzie the Blenhiem Cavalier they are the most loveable dogs you could ever own, I have had Katie for 3 years and Izzie for 2 years they both came from Many Tears Rescue as ex breeding dogs, both very quiet and because of their past, not sure of the outside world, Katie will go for a walk on the lead but Izzie gets quite hysterical so I don't walk her she just enjoys running around the garden.
From Highland, United Kingdom
I recently lost one of my Cavvies to Congestive Heart Failure, and although I still have two, Honey's loss is very painful (although expected). I have now lost 3 Cavvies to heart problems, but that has not put me off the breed, I am in the process of rehoming my 6th Cavvie. Cavvies are the most wonderfully loving, loyal and gentle little dogs I have ever come across.
From Hampshire, United Kingdom
cavs are amazing pets, Charlie suffered from laxating patellas which he had successful surgery for. He is the most quiet & loving dog we have ever owned.
From Hampshire, United Kingdom
Teddy was rescued from a welsh puppy farm aged 7/8 weeks, he was in a terrible state when we got him, underweight, eating adult kibble, dehydrated and he smelt awful.
His early weeks were spent in a cold, dark shed with 20 other dogs & puppies.
With lots of love & tlc he is now an amazing, loving boy. He does as a result of his start in life suffer with food aggression, but this is improving with time, he is easily scared. Despite everything he loves human company and is my little shadow.
From Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
i have a Bleinheim archie very laid back dog.hes from halfway home at collingham who rescued him from a puppy farm at age of about 6.he has a heart murmur.i lost a tricolour a year ago to heart failure .diagnosed at 8 that he had a year to live.had him ftom age of one and miss terribly.my other dogs are crosses.have had 4 cavis in the past with heart conditions too.they are such a lovable dog.
From Flintshire, United Kingdom
Last April I had to say goodbye to 'my matie' Katie my very beautiful Black and Tan Cavalier King Charles you couldn't wish for a more loveable easy going animal. However, being left on her own my other Cavalier Izzie was showing signs of missing Katie, Izzie had started chewing one of her paws and the vet couldn't see any reason for it, but I guessed what it was and contacted Many Tears Rescue in South Wales in August and arranged to adopt Bonnie the Tri Colour Cavalier in September and hey presto Izzie stopped nibbling her paw and they have bonded so well, they eat, drink and sleep together.
From Cornwall, United Kingdom
The best dog in the world
We have recently had to say night, night to our beautiful little girl, Daisy, We are so so sad as is her best friend, Alfie2, also a Cavalier. She is the second we have lost this year as Alfie1 died in May. The breed is adorable, so much so we have had 6 in our lives and are now looking for another
Teddy age 5
From HANTS, United Kingdom
Fabulous breed - loving good companions - quite happy to be lazy if you let them - mostly laid back and amiable. We have Benji (Ruby) Charlie (Tri) and KC (Blenheim) - our first was a Blenheim called Molly no longer with us but never forgotten - all have beautiful personalities of their own - all are rescues and we wouldn't be without them.
From Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Hollie Charles (3) is our 3rd CKC she is a tri colour quite small compared to our previous and sadly no longer with us Oliver Charles (11) and Cleo Charles (8) who were Blenheims they were average in size. CKC are all wonderful fur babies who make absolutely wonderful companions they are friendly, loyal, and have the most wonderful temperaments..
I THINK I CAN HONESTLY SPEAK ON BRHALF OF ANYONE WHO WANT AND FRIENDLY, LOYAL AND VERY LOVING COMPANION THEN INVEST THE A CKC, HONESTLY YOU WILL NEVER REGRET IT.
From Hampshire, United Kingdom
We have owned Cavaliers since 2000 and have been breeding since 2002 and in our opinion there is no sweeter natured dog who is always loving and affectionate - and sometimes naughty of course. Since Heidi our first we have had ten in total and they are wonderful pets who we happen to breed from occasionally as they are super mums and we like to pass on the joy of owning a Cavalier to others - once owned no other breed will do.
From South Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
Cavaliers are such loving, clever, kind, comical and wonderful dogs. They are great as family pets, equally so for a person living alone. They bring so much joy into your life. They are perfect companions.
From East Sussex, United Kingdom
Adorable breed with a menagerie of different personalities. I’ve got a nervous adopted boy & a friendly foster girl. Both affectionate, both want to walk for miles & bring so much happiness to our family.
From Kent, United Kingdom
Meg is our 5th cave we have had all but one have been rescue dogs but with Meg she has EPI so takes a bit more looking after we have had her just under a year now and would not be with out her now
From West Midlands, United Kingdom
Ted is half Cavalier and half Bichon ,he has a lovely temperament ,very loyal ,great fun too ,loves the park to run around
From United Kingdom
my cavalier king charles spaniel chas he my world, love him to bits he loves watching t.v and he is such a good boy,
From United Kingdom
wow the photos of the babies are lovely. xx
From South Lanarkshire, United Kingdom
I couldn't love my cav more. The hard part is finding an ethical breeder who tests with specialists regularly not a general practice vet. The show world is a good bet. They know their lines and have knowledge of the longevity of their previous dogs. Also they are often cheaper than greeders!
My boy Gatsby couldn't be better. His breeder is health obsessed while breeding to standard. Their puppy setup puts nurseries to shame. They do puppy culture and spend most of the day with the pups. It shows. I got Gatsby home at 12 weeks and he's been a dream. Confident, mischievous and full of energy. Some cavs have the energy of their hunting background. You can find a range of drive in a litter.
Such lovely dogs. What they lack in size they make up for in personality. Amazing dogs. Do your homework on breeders though.