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History:
In the 1920s an American offered prize money at crufts dog show in
London, to anyone exhibiting king Charles spaniels with long nose as
they appeared in Van Dykes painting of King Charles II and his Spaniels.
By the 1940s these dogs were classified as a unique breed and were given
the prefix Cavalier, to differentiate them from their forebears.
Temperament:
The
friendly, energetic and affable cavalier has become extremely
popular. It is an ideal urban canine companion, willing to curl
up on a sofa on a rainy day but equally willing to walk for
miles if the occasion arises.
Weight Range: 10- 18 lbs.
Avg. Height: 12-13 in.
Breed Origin: Great Britain
Group: non sporting |
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| Tolerates Cold
Weather |
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| Tolerates Hot
Weather |
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| Good Watchdog
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| Needs Exercise
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| Good w/Other
Animals |
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| Easily Trainable
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| Can Live Outside
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| Needs Grooming
Often |
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| Lives Well In City
Life |
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| Good With Kids
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Did
You Know? |
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The Rottweiler went from near extinction in the early 20th
century to being one of the most popular breeds in America
today. |
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