Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Breed Profile

From Elise Favin & Melissa Gelfand, MD
Ch. Turretbank Apollo "Polo" and Ch. Choya Cotton Mix of Winfield "Ricki"

AKC Group	Toy
Class	Toy
Country of Origin	UK
First Registered	1996
Colors	Black and Tan - black with bright tan marks above eyes, head, chest, legs, underside of tail; white marks undesirable. Ruby - Rich red; white markings undesirable. Blenheim - Chestnut markings, well broken up, on white ground; markings evenly divided on head, lozenge between ears. Tricolor - black and white, well spaced and broken up, with tan markings over head, inside legs, on underside of tail. See Also: Picture Gallery
Coat Type	Long, silky, free from curl
Height	12 - 13 inches
Weight	10 - 18 lbs.
Life Span	9 - 11 Years
Litter Size	2 - 6
Health Concerns	Patella luxation, eye conditions, heart murmurs and ear infections.
Temperament	Friendly, obedient, sensible See Also: Readers' Opinions and Add Your Own

Reader's Comments on this Breed

From Karen, Tasmania, Australia
I've had dogs all my life, of many different breeds, but if you want companionship & a dog who will truly adore you, you can't go past a Cavalier! In the 5 years I've had Gypsy I've heard her bark twice, she's fantastic with children (extremely tolerant) and if the coat maintenance deters you simply have them clipped regularly. Fantastic temperament and those eyes will melt your heart.