#King charles cavalier spaniel tv#

Cardiac, eye, hip, and knee tests are suggested for this breed of dog. Many Cavaliers also have reduced platelet numbers, but this does not seem to cause any problems. Sometimes retinal dysplasia is seen in the breed. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed, which has an average lifespan of 9 to 14 years, may suffer from minor health problems such as patellar luxation, and entropion, or major problems like syringomelia, mitral valve disease (MVD), and canine hip dysplasia ( CHD). The dog requires a good amount of exercise regularly, in the form of a romp in a secure area or a moderate on-leash walk. Its long coat requires brushing on alternate days. The Cavalier is not suited for outdoor living. In many ways, the Cavalier makes a perfect house pet. This playful, sweet, gentle, quiet, and affectionate dog is always willing to please. When it is outdoors, its true spaniel nature takes charge and it is fond of exploring, chasing, and sniffing. The King Charles Cavalier is very friendly towards other pets, dogs, and strangers. The dog’s gait, meanwhile, is free and elegant, with a good drive and reach. It has the structure of a working spaniel but is slightly smaller. The Cavalier’s moderately-boned and slightly long body makes it a regal and elegant toy spaniel. A sweet and gentle expression is also typical of the breed. A characteristic of this breed is that its feet have long tufts of hair. The moderately long and silky coat of the Cavalier King Charles, which is usually found in solid ruby, black and tan, parti-colors Blenheim (white and ruby) and tricolor (black, tan, and white), may be slightly wavy. Their mouth differs from the King Charles Spaniel: the Cavalier appears to be smiling, with its mouth turned up, while the King Charles’s mouth turns down.

#King charles cavalier spaniel tv#

The breed became a TV star when featured on Sex and the City as Charlotte York’s dog. Their gentle nature also makes them excellent therapy dogs. Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are happy as city or country dogs.