Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a special power. They have the ability to extract exactly what they want from their victims. This is none other than treats and cuddles which they achieve from their big round puppy eyes. It is nearly impossible for us mere sapiens to overcome their spell! This type of dog enjoys the attention that they receive, and they will receive plenty of it from people passing on the street when you take them for a walk.

This purebred dog is relatively new, they have only been around since the early 20th century. These pups are actually a recreation of the English Toy Spaniel which has existed for hundreds of years. The English Toy Spaniel was extremely popular among nobility, and that is where the name of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniels’ name stems from.

This dog breed is one of the largest of the toy breeds, weighing between 13-18 pounds. They have extremely sweet personalities and thrive as house dogs. This dog adores being with its people and will follow them from room to room in the house. While this dog is very trainable, they have soft personalities and will immediately shut down if they are being spoken to in a harsh tone. The proper way to train these dogs is through positive reinforcement and plenty of treats.

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a very sporty dog, they love hiking and going for runs. If socialized properly from an early age, these pups typically get along great with other dogs. Bringing them to the dog park is a great way to both let them burn off their pent-up energy and allow them to mingle with other doggos at the same time. This breed is best known today as a wonderful companion dog that will display endless amounts of affection toward their family. They do, however, have one attack move that everyone should beware of….their constant excited tail wagging that will smack everyone in their path!

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