The ears are a consistent problem for most Spaniels, and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is no exception. Ticks and fleas love the warm, moist protection that the ear provides. The insides of the ears should be inspected and cleaned regularly to avoid any infections or other complications that can lead to a loss of hearing. If your dog knocks his ears when he gets over-excited this can cause problems.

Head shaking and continuous ear scratching can indicate ear issues in your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. At the same time it is also possible for dogs to shake and scratch as a part of their usual behavior. Your connection with your dog should allow you to determine if any activities concerning the ears are typical or abnormal behavior and you can act accordingly. If you notice any unusual behaviors concerning the ears check for wax buildup or mites. You should already be well acquainted with the inside of your dog’s ears due to regular grooming and should be able to easily spot abnormalities. If you notice any unusual spots or excess fluids, consult your veterinarian. During the summer, grass can also find its way into your dog’s fragile ears. As soon as you notice, remedy this uncomfortable problem for your Cavalier either on your own, or with the assistance of a veterinarian.

The small Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has long fringed ears, giving it a sweet and innocent appearance. However adorable, these floppy ears can block air ventilation leading to infection. It is mandatory that you keep the ears clean and check them regularly for any problem signs. Infections can be persistent and long-eared dogs and my wind up costing a great deal of money to care for in the end. If the infections become recurring they can eventually make the dog go deaf. Similarly, mites and fleas can also be a nuisance to get rid of in ears, especially once they attach to the long hair on the ears. The mites can be found on the hair inside of the ears and should be routinely inspected for.

A less severe disaster occurs when your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dips his long ears in the food dish! You can either attempt to prevent this or simply be prepared for clean up in every room that he roams to before you manage to clean the ears. It is a sad sight to see the velvety groomed ears so quickly soiled and grimy.

All dogs require some degree of care. But with some dogs it is rare to even think of the ears. But on the contrary, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels require a great deal of loving care just for this small part of their body. For these little dogs, self-care of the ears is not an option and so it is up to the owner to be responsible and up for the attentiveness required of a Cavalier. Fortunately, the ear checks can become a habitual part of the regular grooming and brushing schedule. With careful inspections and frequent care, you may not need to wait for telltale signs of a problem. In fact, you may never find a problem at all.

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If you get your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel from a quality breeder, you can be fairly certain that you will have an excellent dog that will bring years of happiness. Overall, it is pretty healthy breed with typically few major health problems to speak of. Nonetheless, it is advisable that you become educated about the breed and learn if your dog may be predisposed to health problems via his family history. Keep in mind that some information given about the health of your Cavalier KingCharles Spaniel may simply be based on past assumptions. For example, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels historically have been reputable for their good eyesight and health. Yet over the past few years, the breed has changed a bit and is becoming increasingly susceptible to eye diseases. Similarly, overall eyesight quality decreases with age for most dogs and this certainly includes your Cavalier. Don’t be fooled by blanketed statements about the breed. Always check your facts as well as the bloodline history for your potential dog.

It is estimated that nearly half of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels inherit eye problems. Retinal dysplasia is the most commonly acquired of these diseases and is also the most serious eye problem that a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel can get. With retinal dysplasia, the retina of the eye has does not properly form, resulting in what is known as retinal folds. The ailment causes blind spots, which are often almost unnoticeable from your dog’s perspective. The disease can also be more serious, causing complete blindness. Again, a bloodline background check is advised so that you can be assured your dog will not suffer from this potentially tragic disease. A reputable breeder should be able to inform you about the full lineage background and whether or not this dog is at risk for eyesight diseases or any other issues. It is disreputable for a breeder to sell a dog for commission if the animal’s lineage indicates the disease to be prevalent and serious. Finding a referred and respected breeder will assure that you can avoid this, and rest easy in knowing that your dog will be healthy and happy for years to come.

As with all breeds, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has its own particular needs for proper care. Adhering to the guidelines for good health and careful grooming should avoid most eye issues. With proper inspections you will hopefully be able to obtain a healthy dog that does not experience serious eye issues until they inevitably come with age. Yet, on a less serious note, most dogs manage to get conjunctivitis at some point during their lifetime. If your dog has conjunctivitis, thoroughly clean the eyes and clear away the mucus regularly. If the condition persists despite your efforts, you are advised to consult your veterinarian. The veterinarian will prescribe an ointment to be applied regularly. In addition, they will advise that you clean frequently to avoid potential eyesight issues. If conjunctivitis is left untreated, permanent eye damage can result if not careful.

Every owner will tell you theirs is the best breed. I have never known a dog so full of heart, expression and devotion. Buffy was very playful, great with kids. Playing with Daddy before bed was her nightly routine. The snorkel photo was our postcard, vacation ‘02. She loved to travel with us. She became a victim of the Pet Food Poisoning, Menu Foods. Melamine in dry N#@U Max dog food caused kidney failure- according to 2 vets. After the fatal diagnosis, she put up a valiant fight. She lived 10 months with supportive care. She declined rapidly in the last month. The vet assures us that she was not in pain. For more details, her tribute page is at: www.petloss.com Scroll down to: Buffy Bon Diamant, 04/27/02-02/05/08 . Signs of kidney disease/ melamine poisoning: 1Excessive urination- incontinence,2. Breath changes- like the catbox due to toxins (nitrogen) in system,3 Drinking water and throwing it up. 4 decreased activity, 5 weight loss. Have your animals tested before its too late! Copyright (2009) Songs:What’ll I Do? by Irving Berlin,sung by Susan Marshall; You’re My Best Friend by Queen.

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The affectionate and energetic Cavalier King Charles Spaniel makes a perfect family dog or companion. These dogs, and especially puppies, are best in a home with older children that can understand how small and fragile the dog is. It can be dangerous to have very young children around puppy Cavalier King Charles Spaniels as the children may not know the dog’s limitations and delicate size. For great family recreation, the dog can be walked several times per-day as it requires steady and frequent exercise. It is important to understand that a small dog, such as the Cavalier are not ones for long walks, but rather many short jaunts. Even a short stroll in the back yard is sufficient, but be sure to recognize that this little guy still loves his time outdoors. Have each family member take him out once per day and he is assured adequate fresh air and exercise. The Cavalier King Charles also typically loves to chase cars and run after small animals. Keep this in mind if you intend to keep your dog occupied with unattended outdoor time. Make sure the environment is safe for your little friend and check on them frequently.

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has historically been known as a well-behaved lapdog. They love plenty of company and attention and will grow to be very obedient if trained from the beginning. They are perfectly happy to be with you or on your lap at all times. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel gets along with most people and animals, as they are naturally good-natured. This dog truly admires its owner and will not be happy to be left alone all day long. Understand that this family pet wants to be a part of your life, rather than just a side-note addition.

The docile character of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel makes it easy to train them for showing and their charming mannerisms make them great show contestants. This dog aims to please and obtain praise and the best in show arena is no exception. As with any dog it is best to begin training a show dog early for optimal performance. Their obedience and beauty have the capability to get them all the way through the competition.

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are a highly intelligent breed that understands well, and is generally quick to respond the owner’s commands. This reinforces their suitability for show and overall pleasant personality. In addition, because the Cavalier is a descent of hunting dogs it loves the outdoors. Yet given its smallness, does not require more than 45 minutes of exercise per day. Be sure to give your Cavalier a minimum of 30 minutes of outdoor time per day as this breed is predisposed to becoming overweight. Keep in mind that treats and table scraps are to be limited at all times and also be sure to administer a sensible eating plan. If you can keep the dog at a healthy weight and provide it with plenty of love and company, you are assured a lively companion.

As a toy breed, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is lively and energetic. He also loves the companyof his owners, making him a perfect family dog. Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are docile little creatures that will get along well with any guest or even additional pets. These dogs, and especially puppies, are best in a home with older children that can understand how small and fragile the dog is. It can be dangerous to have very young children around puppy Cavalier King Charles Spaniels as the children may not know the dog’s limitations and delicate size.

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is one who truly enjoys snuggling and hanging out with you. They are well known for their easy-going nature and perfect fit within a family structure. Children mesh well Cavaliers because the dog truly enjoys their company and the sentiment is typically returned. Because of their close nature, they would not do well if left alone for an extended amount of time. A Cavalier is likely to become very anxious and skittish when left alone for too long. They have been bred to serve as great companion dogs and even have a history with civilized British women of eras past, who would utilize the dogs company to warm up their feet and their laps and this is where the term Òlap dogÓ is derived.

If you wish for an obedient, easygoing and fun-loving dog, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel could be a perfect addition to your family. They adapt to and live well in any sized home so long as they get the attention they desire. For great family recreation, the dog can be walked several times per-day as it requires steady and frequent exercise. It is important to understand that a small dog, such as the Cavalier are not ones for long walks, but rather many short jaunts. Even a short stroll in the back yard is sufficient, but be sure to recognize that this little guy still loves his time outdoors. Have each family member take him out once per day and he is assured adequate fresh air and exercise.

The Cavalier King Charles is an energetic and playful friend that can sometimes risk his own well being so he requires the family’s attention and a little monitoring. Typically these dogs love to chase cars and run after small animals. Keep this in mind if you intend to keep your dog occupied with unattended outdoor time. Make sure the environment is safe for your little friend and check on them frequently. If you and your family are hoping to find a dog that has a playful nature with an obedient and loving side, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel could be the perfect fit. If treated well, he will give many years of cuddles and joy.

Many of us have a hobby that can make money and you could also progress this hobby into a business.  Your Cavalier King Charles Spaniels can simply be used to develop a business around and make money from it.

This graceful and lively breed is  appropriate for city and country life.  They are very friendly, playful and considered excellent companion dogs as a breed in general.  These good natured dogs are fond of children and make excellent travel companions.  As these dogs are in such high demand as a pet and a show dog, breeders will always be able to make a sale.

You can make money from these little dogs in lots of different ways.  If you use clicker training with food as the reward, these
clever Cavalier King Charles Spaniels will respond well.  Because they seek praise and  admiration from their owner and are clever, beautiful, and bright, they are perfect to build a business around.

Cameras just love the gorgeous, engaging, good natured Cavalier King Charles Spaniels.  Once you have professional photos there are many ways you can use these photos to cultivate a business.  If you are looking for that ‘different’ card that uses the image of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, you can order your special, unique and appealing cards now.

You can have the photo superimposed on a variety of product e.g. T-shirts, coasters, mugs, diary covers etc.  Cards are the simplest product to develop using their image.  You can theme the cards if you take the time to train the Cavalier King Charles Spaniels to use appropriate props e.g. Christmas cards.  You can also develop swap cards for children and start a new  trend!

Owners are passionate about their cute little Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and therefore this passion makes them a good centre point to develop a home based business around.  Such a business idea can ’take off’ with them as the centre focus point.  You can have a look at some really unique cards featuring Cavalier King Charles Spaniels.

For a business idea to work you must develop a strong marketing plan so that potential customers know about your distinctive product.  Correct marketing techniques allows you to promote the unique and desirable point of difference of your product and it is more likely to sell.  It is quite easy with the Internet to market a niche product these days.

A video and photographic images should enhance a website, especially developed for your Cavalier King Charles Spaniels’ product.  To protect your images from being ‘stolen’ you need to have them watermarked before putting them on the  Internet.  If you are not careful you could see your copyright image inundating the market with an unscrupulous company producing thousand of cheap cards.  Swap cards would make great Christmas stocking fillers for the kids.

A clip of my 8 week old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy.

Dog picture taken by YlvaS.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are a popular breed of dog and are often high in demand. As with any dog, you are assured proper training and bonding with your dog when you can get them as a puppy. When choosing your own Cavalier pup, make sure that you are going through a quality breeder that is in high standing. If other owners and connected organizations approve of the breeder it can generally be trusted. All breeders of Cavaliers breeders are required to comply with proper ethics codes and supply owners with necessary paperwork and information for the dog.

Generally, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is very a sociable dog. If given the opportunity they will become the ultimate lap dog. The Cavalier is not a breed to keep locked up in a kennel and if this is how you have previously trained and raised your dogs, you may want to consider a different dog. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a chipper and friendly dog that gets along with anyone and will quickly become your favorite companion.

So, if you have extra time and some love to spare, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is the breed for you. They are small, yet intelligent dogs, making them very easy to train. They love short, but frequent walks and lots of playful attention. Adult Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are recommended for households that already have children due to the size and fragile nature of the tiny Cavalier puppy. When choosing the sex of your dog, there are of course positive and negative aspects of both that you may want to consider. While most prefer the male, they can be excessively territorial and may even mark indoors. Yet many avoid females simply due to the nuisance of their half-yearly cycles.

Once you decide on a dog, the breeder should give you vaccination certificates, worming dates, as well as the dog’s historical family information that spans back three generations in the bloodline. They should make sure that you are thoroughly informed about feeding, care, and exercise guidelines, in addition to any other health pertaining issues.

When you do decide on and purchase your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel make sure that your home and yard are prepared for your new addition, as these small dogs can easily find themselves in some difficult predicaments. Secure all outside areas, being sure to block all small holes and crevices or your new Cavalier will surely to find its way out. For a new puppy it is often wise to start with a disposable bed, such as a cardboard box due to the possible accidents to come. Lay down some soft, clean bedding, for your new little guy and worry about a permanent bed at a later date. While the bed may change, its location should always remain consistent and should be just fine near the door for toilet training purposes. As you learn about your new Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, remember that they require much love and affection.

This is my dog , his name is Toby. He is my best friend , and he was born on 20 march 2007. He still is a pup now. One of his first tricks is to bring me back something I throw. As he knows more tricks I will film them and upload asap. Have fun watching

Boo in my lap and some footage of his littermates as well. Taken on the day I met our lovely breeder in person and got to pick Boo pup (who used to be known as Frederick ) 25/8/07 one day short of being 5 weeks old!

This is tricolor puppy named Silver from our kennel Tmava Hviezda www.tmava.hviezda.szm.sk

This video highlights Tanner’s first few weeks with us. Tanner is a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

The small and beautiful Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have long, softy, shiny coats if they are healthy and properly groomed. The coloring is typically black and tan or black and white with tan areas around the nose, above the eyes on the legs and feet. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires regular grooming attention or their coats will lose the attractive luster.

Weekly grooming is advised for Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. Chose a brush or comb that will not damage the coat or irritate the skin and make grooming a part of a regular routine from day one. Your Cavalier will truthfully benefit from brushing and combing more than once weekly if you can afford the time. The long hair of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires more grooming time than other breeds but it is worth the effort. If left undone for a long period of time, the dog’s coat may become dirty, tangled and dull. Upkeep is not merely for looks sake, but a messy knot of hair makes future grooming a real pain.

Aside from brushing or combing, bathing is also an essential part of grooming your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Beginning at the puppy stage, bathe your Cavalier regularly. You may choose to do it on your own or opt for a professional dog salon where they can take care of some other details along the way. While they can do some of your chores, you will be required to pay close attention to ear cleanings and brushing. Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like many Spaniels, are susceptible to ear problems so when grooming the ears always check the cleanliness of the ear opening and remove any excess particles that could cause future problems. This is not only good for your dog’s health, but will also make them feel comfortable and happier after each time its done.

For such a small dog, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel demands a lot of attention both emotionally and hygienically. You should always be aware of your dog’s personal care needs and note the area that need the most attention. Eyes can be another annoyance for your Cavalier if you are not attentive enough. Carefully brush and clean around the dog’s eyes. If neglected the long hair will get into their sensitive eyes risking future complications. The nails and feet also demand special care because this small breed does not need or get much exercise. As a result, their nails grow quickly and will often need to be attended to regularly. In addition, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have problem feet that should be checked every time the nails are clipped. Be sure to inspect the pads, making sure that they are not cracked or full of hair between toes. Through regular bathing and brushing you will be able to monitor and take care of most issues that may occur with you Cavalier.

This regular routine of grooming will prevent health problems through early detection. It is always best to take care of all problems, no matter how minor, from the beginning. This will avoid bigger issues from arising later. As with all dogs if you look after and regularly care for your King Charles Cavalier Spaniel he will appreciate the gesture and return it with great love and companionship.

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We begin this article with the basic facts about the breed, then follow up with an in-depth look at their personality.

Group: Toy

Weight: 10-18 lbs

Height: 11-13 inches

Overview

The first Cavalier King Charles Spaniels were originally recorded in paintings from the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries as small dogs that were regularly found in the houses of royalty and in court. The largest supporter of these dogs used to be King Charles II, and he was usually seen with several of these dogs. During that time these dogs were used to attract fleas, and were also used as a way to cure stress ailments.

Temperament

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have wonderful personalities, and is ideal dogs for families, couples and even single people. These dogs are inquisitive and playful by nature, but also like to just lie on their owner’s lap. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel likes to spend time with humans, and requires a lot of attention on a daily basis. These dogs does not like to be left alone for extended periods of time, and might become destructive or even nervous when this happens. Seeing that this is a dog that loves to chase, they may require proper socialisation to not chase other animals in the home. This is not an aggressive dog, and will get along well with other dogs. These dogs love to please their owners, and are very easy to train.

Care

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should be brushed often with a firm hair brush. Bathing should only be done if it is deemed necessary. The feathered hair on the ears of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a tendency to tangle, and should by groomed often to prevent this from happening. It is also important to trim the hair between the pads on the feet of these dogs, and check their ears for obstructions. It is important that these dogs are warm and dried properly after bath. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is an average shedding dog.

Training

This is an extremely intelligent dog, and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is very eager to learn. These dogs will do very well in hunting and agility if they receive the correct training. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel does well in competitive obedience training, and they also make wonderful therapy dogs. These dogs will respond positively to training that involves praise and fair training methods.

Health problems

Although the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a toy breed, they are amazingly healthy. But there are some serious health problems that these dogs struggle with at times. Many of these can be eliminated if these dogs are bought from a trustworthy breeder. Some of the health conditions these dogs struggle with include syringomyelia , mitral valve heart disease, patellar luxation, Cataracts, otitis externa and an early commencement of hearing loss.

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