Cavaliers are very sensitive though, so be sure not to hurt their feelings throughout the training process. The Cavalier King Charles spaniel is an intelligent breed and responds well to training. The only generalization which may be made is they are all attention-seekers and they are all extremely affectionate. Some Cavaliers are extremely quiet and lazy whereas others may be overly energetic and mischievous. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is not a simple breed to ‘generalize’ due to each individual dog being completely unique.

Their behavior typically matches that of their owners. They are a difficult breed to generalize due to each individual dog’s uniqueness. The Cavalier King Charles spaniel’s temperament varies, but they are all attention-seekers and extremely affectionate. So whether you’re looking for a quiet lap dog or a playful companion, I’m the right dog for you! Behavior Whatever your lifestyle is, I’m just happy to be involved. But don’t let my good looks fool you! I’m a natural athlete and love a good squirrel chase every once in a while. With my silky coat and adorable face, I’m sure to be the prettiest pup at the party. In general, Cavalier spaniels are unlikely to have a drool problem. Their tails are not traditionally docked and, similarly to their ears, feature longer, wavy hair. Ears and TailsĬavaliers have long, floppy ears feathered in hair. The hair on their ears and legs is especially prone to matting, so pay special attention to these areas. Their medium-length coats should be brushed three to four times per week to minimize tangles. The Cavalier King Charles spaniel’s shedding level is moderate, and they should be bathed at least once a month. Coat Type and ColorsĬavalier spaniels have wavy, silky, medium-length coats. Personality: graceful, playful, affectionateĬommon Health Problems: syringomyelia, mitral valve disease, eye conditions Cavalier: How Do I Look?Ĭavalier King Charles spaniels, known for their grace and beauty, are a toy breed with a silky and often richly colored coat. 3.Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Quick Stats At what age do you breed your Cavaliers? We recommend that you consider only breeders who wait until their Cavaliers are at least 2 1/2 years old before breeding. Is the mother of the puppy on the premises? If the answer is no, you are not speaking to a breeder. We advise anyone looking for a reputable breeder to ask the following questions: 1. You may view a 4-generation pedigree for any of our breeding bitches by clicking on the name, if it is highlighted as a hyperlink. We believe that it is the quality of litters, rather than the quantity, that define a kennel. Mindful of this goal, we have always been cautious and sparing in our breeding. We require the same health testing of the stud dogs to whom we breed. We are strong advocates of rigorous health testing we have not bred a bitch who has not been cleared by specialists for heart, eyes, hips and patella.

We remain active in the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club USA (Charlie has chaired several committees, including Ethics, By-Laws, and Policies and Procedures, and he is a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club USA Judge Katie served on the Board of Directors for four years as CKCSC, USA Secretary) and we also register our dogs and show them in the American Kennel Club.Īlthough we originally became interested in breeding in order to insure that we would never be without a Cavalier, for the last few decades our goal has been to improve the breed by breeding healthy Cavaliers who, to us, embody the qualities of the breed standard. The foundation of Blackfire Cavaliers was acquired through the help and mentoring of Anne Eckersley-Robins, whom we consider to be one of the premier Cavalier breeders in the United States today. Today we have a wonderful Cavalier family, pictured below.

We first joined the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club, USA in 1981, and have always had at least one Cavalier since then. When she inherited Charlie (the other human in the house) two years later, he too fell in love with Winston and the breed. We have owned Cavalier King Charles Spaniels since 1978, when Katie inherited Winston, an unbelievably good and lovable Blenheim male.

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