Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

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This delightful little breed took its name from King Charles II, whose penchant for toy spaniels was such that he constantly surrounded himself with them, reputedly enjoying their company far more than that of his courtiers. James II continued his brother's patronage of the breed, after which they fell from royal favour and were relegated to life on country estates as hunters of small game. Since 1926 the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has enjoyed a revival, with the breed going from strength to strength.

The largest of the toy breeds, the Cavalier is a lively, intelligent dog, compact enough to fit into the smallest household, yet sturdy enough to withstand children's games and family activities. He enjoys a good deal of exercise, being fairly active, robust and not tiring easily. He is the perfect companion for a country ramble.

With centuries of domestication behind him, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel takes naturally to living indoors and is truly a delight to have around the home. He makes a lovely family pet, being gentle, friendly, affectionate and obedient, with a great love of people.

Height approximately 36 cm
Weight 5.4 - 8kg

For further information on this breed

and where to obtain a puppy contact:

Australian Capital Territory

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club of ACT

Phone 6242 4339

New South Wales

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club of NSW Inc

Sec:Mr A Gilroy, Ph:(02) 4683 3503

Northern Territory

The North Australian Canine Association Inc.

Phone: (08) 8984 3570

Email: naca1@bigpond.com

Queensland

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club (Qld)

Mrs V Wyness (07) 5428 6535

South Australia

South Australian Canine Association Inc

Phone: (08) 8349 4797

Email: info@saca.caninenet.com

Tasmania

Tasmanian Canine Association Inc

Phone: (03) 6272 9443

Email: tca@iprimus.com.au

Victoria

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club of Victoria

Puppy Officer : Karen Beckett 5427 0116

E-mail : gkbecket@iaa.com.au

Western Australia

Canine Association of Western Australia (Inc) 

Phone: (08) 9455 1188 

Email:k9@cawa.asn.au