English Toy Spaniel
| Weight: | 8 - 11 pounds |
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| Height: | 8 - 10 inches |
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Description
Also known as a King Charles Spaniel, or just as the Toy Spaniel, the English Toy Spaniel is a very cute, pretty looking animal, with beautiful dark eyes, luxurious, long, silky ears, and a short, upturned nose. A very expressive animal, this dog has a beautiful, feathered coat, and a small, dome shaped skull that adds to its quaint and unique appearance.
The coat of this breed is very silky and glossy in appearance with regular care, and it can come in a variety of colors, which includes rich red and white, white with black and tan, black and tan, or rich red. These dogs have wide set eyes, which also adds to the fragile and pretty appearance of the face and head.
Temperament
The English Toy Spaniel is an affectionate breed, and although these dogs can be quite timid they are also very keen on receiving love and affection from their owners. These dogs enjoy the company of humans, and tend to be well behaved, sweet, and gentle, although they can also be quite lively and entertaining. The English Toy Spaniel tends to get on well with other pets as well as with children, and therefore makes an ideal family pet.
Height & weight
The English Toy Spaniel can reach a height of around ten inches, and usually weighs in at between nine and twelve pounds.
Common health / behavioral problems
As with many other short muzzle breeds, these dogs can suffer from respiratory problems. There are also a number of other health problems that can affect the English Toy Spaniel, and this includes knee problems, heart disorders, eye disorders, and ear infections.
Trainability
The English Toy Spaniel is an intelligent and well behaved dog that enjoys being with humans, and therefore training this breed should not prove to be a problem. However, as with all breeds it is important to exercise patience and understanding whilst training.
Ideal living conditions
This dog breed does not really need much exercise, and therefore is ideally suited to apartment living as well as to living in a house. These dogs do not like extreme temperatures, and this should be reflected in the conditions and climate in which they live.
Exercise requirements
You should avoid over-exerting the English Toy Spaniel, and these dogs do not need a great deal of exercise. If you have a garden or yard, a little play time outdoors can be enjoyed, or you may prefer to take your dog for short walks on the leash.
Diet & nutrition
Small, regular, and carefully portioned meals are ideal for this dog breed, and you should take care not to overfeed these dogs or overdo it when it comes to treats, as they can put on weight quite easily. Make sure that you feed your dog on high quality kibble and canned food, and provide constant access to fresh water.
Life expectancy
If your English Toy Spaniel is fit and healthy, the life expectancy is normally around ten to twelve years.
Grooming requirements
Because these dogs boast silky, long coats, it is important to brush them at least once or twice a week in order to help keep the coat in good condition. You can also carry out a weekly grooming session, where you can take time to check the dog’s ears and eyes to ensure that there is no sign of infection, as these dogs can be prone to these.
Origin
The English Toy Spaniel originates from England, hence its name.
Dog group
Gun Dog, AKC Toy