BREEDS OF DOGS

TOY BREEDS

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a happy dog that does well in either a city or country environment. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel interacts well with children.

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is an active, graceful, well-balanced toy spaniel, very gay and free in action; fearless and sporting in character, yet at the same time gentle and affectionate. It is this typical gay temperament, combined with true elegance and royal appearance which are of paramount importance in the breed. Natural appearance with no trimming, sculpting or artificial alteration is essential to breed type.

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.

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