The English Toy Spaniel and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel have the same early histories. They started as one breed, probably attributable to crosses of small spaniels with Oriental toy breeds. Some proof helps the principle that Mary, Queen of Scots, added the primary toy spaniels to Scotland together with her from France. These “comforter spaniels” have become very famous with the wealthy classes and served as the foot and lap heaters in addition to pleasant companions. They reached their peak of early recognition for the duration of the 17th-century reign of King Charles II, who so doted on his puppies that the breed became quickly known as King Charles Spaniels—the call via way of means of which the breed remains acknowledged in England. These early puppies have been all black and tan; different colors have been advanced later, with the primary Duke of Marlborough credited with growing the purple and white “Blenheims,” named after his estate. The purple and white color may also have come from crosses with Chinese Cocker Spaniels. The duke’s spaniels stated to be accurate in searching puppies for woodcock. Most breed proponents have been more curious about having an attention-grabbing lapdog than a searching dog. Withinside the resulting centuries, King Charles Spaniel became bred down in length and decided on a rounder head and flatter nose. In America, the call became English Toy Spaniel and is proven as varieties: the purple particolored Blenheim and black and tan particolored Prince Charles, and the purple solid-colored Ruby and black and tan solid-colored King Charles. Sometimes known as “E.T.s” or “Charlies,” the breed has endured discovering desire with proprietors wanting an aristocratic however fun-loving lapdog.

Temperement

The English Toy Spaniel enjoys rollicking training romps. He is a lapdog par excellence, gentle, amiable, calm, and quiet, yet he is playful and attentive. He is devoted to his family and reserved with strangers, and he may be somewhat stubborn while training.

Upkeep

Although he enjoys a nice walk on a leash or a fun game in the house or yard, the English Toy Spaniel is not overly active, and exercise needs can meet with minimal effort. He does not do well in the heat, and his long coat needs combing twice weekly. The English Toy Spaniel enjoys rollicking training romps. He is a lapdog par excellence, gentle, amiable, calm, and quiet, yet he is playful and attentive. He is devoted to his family and reserved with strangers, and he may be somewhat stubborn while training.

Health

Major health issues: patellar luxation Minor health issues: early tooth loss, entropion Occasionally seen: PDA Suggested tests: (knee), eye, heart Life span: 10–12 years Note: A soft spot in the skull (due to incomplete fontanel closure) sometimes occurs in young dogs and is usually not a problem. Fused toes are not abnormal. Hydrocephalus occurs but is overdiagnosed. The breed is sensitive to anesthesia.

Disclaimer

Note: While the characteristics mentioned here may frequently represent this breed, dogs are individuals whose personalities and appearances will vary. Please consult the adoption organization for details on a specific pet.