Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (CKCS) is a British breed of toy dog of spaniel type.
- Size
- Small
- Energy
- Moderate
- Coat and grooming
- Silky coat; brush a few times a week.
Care through the year
Spring
Ask your vet about flea, tick and heartworm prevention. Many dogs start shedding their winter coat.
Summer
Never leave a pet in a parked car. Walk in the cool of the day; hot pavement burns paws.
Autumn
Keep Halloween candy and chocolate out of reach.
Winter
Wipe paws after walks to remove salt and antifreeze. Short-coated and small dogs may need a coat.
Foods and plants to watch
Can dogs eat grapes or raisins?
Do not feed grapes or raisins to dogs. They can cause acute kidney injury, and…ToxicCan dogs eat chocolate?
Do not give chocolate to a dog. Darker and baking chocolate are more dangerous…CautionCan dogs or cats eat onions or garlic?
Do not feed onions, garlic, chives, leeks, or food cooked with them to dogs or…ToxicCan dogs eat xylitol?
Xylitol is poisonous to dogs. It can drop blood sugar quickly and, at higher…ToxicCan dogs eat macadamia nuts?
Do not feed macadamia nuts to dogs. Even a small amount can cause stiffness…CautionCan dogs eat avocado?
Do not feed avocado to a dog. The flesh can upset the stomach, a large fatty…Background
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (CKCS) is a British breed of toy dog of spaniel type. Four colours are recognised: Blenheim (chestnut and white), tricolour (black/white/tan), black and tan, and ruby; the coat is smooth and silky. The lifespan is usually between eight and twelve years.
From Wikipedia’s article Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, by its contributors, under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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