King Charles Spaniel

King Charles Spaniel

Breed Profile

Size: Small
Group: Toy
Colour: Black and tan, tricolour, Blenheim (white with chestnut-red patches), ruby
Lifespan: 11 to 12 years

King Charles Spaniel is a happy, reserved and gentle.

Owner's Guide

Smaller and less popular than the Cavalier, the King Charles Spaniel has a shorter face and is less friendly to strangers. They are happy and devoted to owners, but reserved with people outside the family.

Originally bred: to be a companion.

Special characteristics
This is a playful dog that likes human company.

Exercise requirements
Low. Does not need too much in the way of exercise.

Attitude to

owners: affectionate, devoted
children: puppies and adults may be injured by boisterous children
Other pets good
Strangers reserved
Unfamiliar dogs: friendly

Perfect owner
Affectionate, gentle owner who lives a quiet life.

This dog's shortened nose can make breathing difficult, and it is likely to snore.

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