Date entered into Regular Classes: January 1, 1996

The true purpose of this breed has always been that of a companion dog.

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is the number one toy dog in England.

On January 1, 1996 it entered the ring as the 140th AKC-recognized breed.

The first Cavaliers were sent to America in 1952 by Lady Forwood as a gift.

Former President Ronald Reagan owned a Blenhiem CKCS.

* Source: American Kennel Club (AKC).