Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is an indoor companion that loves people and should not be left alone for long.

Illustration courtesy of the Swedish Kennel Club

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is an indoor companion that loves people and should not be left alone for long. They're loved for their sweet temperaments, and make wonderful dogs for families with children or anyone looking for a dog who will stick to them like Velcro.

Fun Fact

The breed experienced two large bursts in popularity. The first is when Queen Victoria revived the dying breed. The second was when Charlotte, a popular character from the popular show Sex and the City adopted one on TV.

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The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is an indoor companion that loves people and should not be left alone for long. They're loved for their sweet temperaments, and make wonderful dogs for families with children or anyone looking for a dog who will stick to them like Velcro. Fun Fact The breed experienced two large bursts...