English Toy Spaniel , Spaniels
Description: In
the United States and Canada he is known as the English Toy Spaniel and the name
"King Charles" is given to the black and tan variety only. The English
Toy Spaniel is the ultimate lap dog, as he loves to sit by his owner's side. He
is sweet, shy, easygoing and is affectionate to his owners and those he is
familiar with. Makes a wonderful companion for the elderly.
Other Names: King Charles Spaniel
Height:
10 - 11 inches
Weight: 8 - 14 lbs.
Colors: Black
and tan - raven black with bright tan markings above the eyes, on cheeks, inside
ears, o chest and legs and underside of tail, white marks undesirable. Ruby -
solid rich red, white markings undesirable. Blenheim - rich chestnut markings,
well broken up on pearly white ground; markings evenly divided on head, leaving
room for lozenge spot between ears. Tricolor - black and white, well spaced and
broken up with tan markings over eyes, cheeks, inside ears, inside legs, on
underside of tail.
Coat: Long,
silky, straight coat. Slight waviness permissible.
Temperament:
Obedient, affectionate
With Children: Yes, provided there is no
rough housing.
With Pets: Yes, very social and enjoys other
animals.
Special Skills: Family pet
Watch-dog:
High
Guard-dog: Very Low
Care and Exercise:
Regular brushing with a firm bristle brush. Bathe or dry shampoo
only when necessary. Check ears, eyes and nails. Keep a watch for ear
infections. Will benefit from any amount of exercise.
Training:
Training is easy as he is intelligent and quickly grasp what you are expecting
of him.
Learning Rate: Very High
Activity: High
Living Environment: Apartment is adequate if
some form of exercise is provided. Owners should be patient, calm leaders who
want to enjoy a lap dog.
Health Issues:
Patella luxation, cataracts, inguinal hernias, heart murmurs.
Life Span: 10
-12 Years
Litter Size: 2 - 4
Country of Origin: Great
Britain
History: Small spaniel type dogs
have been in existence for hundreds of years in Britain enjoying their lives as
treasured companion dogs. The English Toy Spaniel is said to have developed by
crossing with the Pekingese, Japanese Chin or Pug.
First Registered
by the AKC: 1886
AKC Group: Toy Group
Class: Toy
Registries:
AKC, ANKC, CKC, FCI (Group 9), KC (GB), UKC
top links:
English
Toy Spaniel
www.akc.org/breeds/recbreeds/engtoysp.cfm
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