During the early part of the 18th century, John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough, kept red and white King Charles type spaniels for hunting. The duke recorded that they were able … See more

The breed is highly affectionate, playful, extremely patient and eager to please. As such, dogs of the breed are good with children and other … See more

An urban legend claims that Charles II issued a special decree granting King Charles Spaniels permission to enter any establishment in … See more

1. ^ "Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Dog Breed Information". American Kennel Club. Retrieved 20 December 2023.
2. ^ O'Neill, D. G.; Church, D. B.; McGreevy, P. D.; … See more

Historically the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel was a lap dog and is small for a spaniel, with fully grown adults comparable in size … See more

A 2022 UK study of veterinary data found a life expectancy of 10.45 years compared to 11.82 for crossbreeds. A 2024 UK study found a life … See more

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