Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Affectionate, gentle and a devoted lap companion.
Size
Small
Typical lifespan
9-14 years
Energy level
Medium
Exercise need
Medium
Grooming need
High
Shedding
Medium
Space needed
Low
Indoor suitability
High
Training
Easy
First-time owners
High
Good with children
High
Good with other pets
High
Home & lifestyle fit
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel tends to cope less well with being left alone, and generally does not bark excessively. Garden access is helpful but not essential for this breed.
Health consideration
A Kennel Club health-priority breed: strong predisposition to mitral valve disease and syringomyelia.
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