English Toy Spaniel
Description
In the United States and Canada This Spaniel 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. English Toy Spaniel are sweet, shy, easygoing and affectionate to their owners and those they are familiar with. English Toy Spaniels make a wonderful companion for the elderly.
Size of Male: Height: 10-11 inches Weight: 8-14 pounds
Size of Female: Height: 10-11 inches Weight: 8-14 pounds
Temperament
The English Toy Spaniel is gentle, happy, playful, loving and sweet, but it is sometimes timid. English Toy Spaniel will be sociable with those who approach it affectionately. English Toy Spaniel are naturally well-behaved and intelligent, but are a bit willful. It’s quiet, non-demanding, and needs to be treated gently. They are friendly with other dogs. The English Toy Spaniel needs to be with a lot of people. They are usually good with all children, but will do best with an older child. It is an average barker, and is a decent watchdog. They are, however, considered exclusively a companion dog. Some are known to be picky eaters.
Living Conditions
English Toy Spaniel should be protected from extreme temperatures. English Toy Spaniel is good for apartment life, although relatively inactive indoors, and will do okay without a yard. Do make sure you exercise it with a short walk or game daily for good mental and physical health.
Upkeep
Although they enjoy a nice walk on leash or a fun game in the house or yard, the English Toy Spaniel is not overly active and their exercise needs can be met with minimal effort. English Toy Spaniels do not do well in heat and is temperamentally unsuited for living outside away from its family. English Toy Spaniel’s long coat needs combing twice weekly.
Health
Major concerns: patellar luxation, heart disease cataracts
Minor concerns: early tooth loss, “lazy” tongue (never fully extracts into mouth)
Life expectancy: 10 – 12 years