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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Height

12-13 inches

Weight

13-18 pounds

Life Expectancy

12-15 years

Size

Small

About the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are small companion dogs known for a soft expression and a generally sweet, social way of moving through the world. They suit homes that want a friendly lap dog with a little sporting-dog bounce still left in the tank.

The Good

  • Affectionate and easy to cuddle with all day
  • Usually sociable with kids, guests, and other dogs
  • Compact size with adaptable energy

The Bad

  • Health screening matters with this breed
  • Coat and ears need regular upkeep
  • Can become very people-dependent if never taught to be alone

Is this dog right for you?

Best match for...

Families
Children
Other Dogs
SheddingLow
EnergyMedium
TrainingHigh

Breed Traits

Energy Level3/5
Trainability4/5
Health Concerns3/5
Barking Tendency3/5
Good with Kids5/5
Good with Dogs5/5