Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
The Cavalier King Charles spaniel is an enchantingly affectionate, playful, intelligent dog that eagerly indulges its guardians with endearing devotion. Shyness and aggression, fortunately, are not part of this breed’s behavioral milieu. These happy little dogs are excellent with children, and their desire to interact with their guardians makes them pleasurable household companions. The Cavalier loves to cuddle and has been described as the perfect lap dog.
The Cavalier King Charles spaniel is the descendant of a small toy spaniel depicted in many 16th, 17th and 18th Century paintings of northern Europe. This dog was originally bred to warm laps in drafty castles and on chilly carriage rides. A prescription written in Olde English for the Queen of England directs her to keep this “comforte dog” on her lap to treat a cold.
Weight Range:
Male: 13-18 lbs.
Female: 10-18 lbs.
Height at Withers:
Male: 13 in.
Female: 12 in.
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Poodle mix known as Cavapoo became popular in Australia in the 1990’s. It is currently one of the most popular breeds in the country. They are very popular because of their incredibly loving temperaments, low shedding coats, hypoallergenic features and health. Cavalier’s are known for being loving, gentle and loyal. They are very social and are well known to be lap dogs. Miniature Poodles are more energetic and outgoing. They are also loving and make great watchdogs.
Miniature Poodles are ranked one the healthiest breed in the world living many times over 16 years of age and also ranked as the 2nd most intelligent dog breed in the world.
With this combination, the Cavapoos have incredible personalities. They are loving, trusting, intelligent and dependent. They want to be with you and are not a breed that’s known for aggression. They are extremely good with children and are very patient. When you mix a cavalier King Charles spaniel and poodle, you get characteristics that can make them as desired or more desired than the “pure breeds.”
