Toy · United Kingdom
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
A small, soft-natured companion that wants to be wherever you are. Calm company rather than a project.
- They usually live
- 9–14 years
- Roughly, per year
- €1200–2000
What people love about them
- Gentle with children and older people
- Perfectly content in a small home
- Gets on with other dogs and pets
- Doesn't need long walks
A few things worth thinking about
- Some known inherited heart and neurological problems
- Rarely happy alone for long
- Ears and coat need regular care
- Always ask about health testing of the parents
What they're like
Size
Energy
Exercise needs
Mental stimulation
Trainability
Sociability
Affection
Independence
Good with children
Good with other dogs
Apartment suitability
Tolerance of being alone
Shedding
Grooming
Barking
First-time owner suitability
Some breeds shed less than others, which people with allergies sometimes find easier to live with. But no dog is completely allergy-free, and reactions vary from person to person.