Frequently Asked Questions

The Royal

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 

I have listed a few of the most frequently asked questions. I want you to feel comfortable with your choice of a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel as your next companion.

How big does a Cavalier get?

The AKC standard says a Cavalier should be 12 to 13 inches tall at the withers and should weigh between 13 and 18 pounds. However, I have found that smaller dogs are often desired by people just wanting a pet and are not interested in show.

What color is a Cavalier?

Cavaliers come in four main colors: Blenhiem (chestnut on a white), Tricolor (black, white, and tan), Ruby (solid red), and Black and Tan (black and tan).

Are Cavaliers good with children?

Cavaliers have an excellent temperment and are very good with children. I have two boys, ages 1.5 and 4.5 years old, and I have never had a dog to show aggression or intolerance towards them or myself.

Are Cavaliers expensive?

Cavaliers are somewhat expensive. An AKC registered puppy, such as I have, will run from $750 to $2500 depending upon the bloodlines (champion or not), sex, color, and breeder. I try to be affordable and understanding of people with a tight budget.

How much grooming do Cavaliers require?

Cavaliers need to be brushed at least once a week to prevent knotting and matting. Bathing can vary from once a week to once a month. This will dependant upon the amount of outdoor exposure, enviroment, and personal desire. However, too much washing will dry out your dog's skin.

Do Cavaliers have any health problems?

Unfortunately, yes.  Most dog breeds have their potential problems and the Cavalier is not exempt. I will talk about the three most common problems. One: the Mitral Valve Disease or MVD. MVD often is first detected as a heart murmur. This can worsen as the valve fails to seal and will usually worsen with age. This problem will often show in a Cavalier within the first year, but sometimes it will not show until later in life. This is why regular health exams are recommended. Two: eye problems. Cavaliers are known to have eye problems such as retinal dysplasia, detachment, and cataracts. These can be detected through a health exam and eye check.  Three: luxating patellas. This basically means that the knee cap slips in and out of positon. This problem can be corrected by surgery. I have listed these to inform you about the possible problems found in Cavaliers. I try to protect you from these problems by screening my Cavaliers and having a complete health check performed on all puppies. However, there is always a chance one of these problems could show up. That is why I offer a one year health guarantee on all puppies adopted to help protect you against possible health defects.

Do you offer a health guarantee?

Yes. I offer a full one year health guarantee from the date of adoption. For a full explanation of  my guarantee, please go to my "Health Guarantee" page. Thanks