The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a bright-eyed, little dog full of affection and who complements very well the family. His size means he is better off in a house of older children, who will make allowances for such a diminutive housemate. The spaniel also appreciates being taken out on exercise dates, but the activities are of course a fraction of what the bigger canines do. The spaniel will thus be happy with a few turns around the yard and a couple of walks outside.

Centuries ago, the cavs were known as lap dogs, and rather common around women of the royalty who wanted companion dogs. Like many other dogs, cavs still enjoy very much being the center of attention. Making correct steps in the basic King Charles Spaniel Training of your dog can lead to the cav growing up to be an obedient and highly trainable animal. The dog’s nature makes it ideal for show trials, and in the UK most especially, where the breed has a strong following and cavs for show are common.

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has an amiable personality that makes it get on well with other dogs and people. This dog is capable of gaining weight at an alarming rate, so give tidbits only as rare treats when the dog does good, and ensure that the dog is on a sensible diet. If you are able to help the dog’s weight stay at a reasonable level, then it is easy to see that the dog is ready for games, especially chase.

This dog breed is endowed with an attractive intelligence which makes these dogs quick in Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Training, quick to pick up commands, and quick to follow what their masters want of them. As we have seen, these dogs immensely appreciate human companionship, and they are not happy if left on their own the whole day. One thing to be careful about the breed is that they love to chase. Leaving them in the garden unsupervised may result to their escaping and running after cars. In general, the Cavalier King Charles is very obedient and loves pleasing its owners.