King Charles Spaniel
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Compare King Charles Spaniel and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
King Charles Spaniel
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
29 – 30 cm
30 – 35 cm
Weight
3 – 9 kg
5 – 8 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 14 years
10 – 16 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
2/5
Health
3/5
2/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
King Charles Spaniel
Great with kids
Small
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Great with kids
Stubborn
Small
Summary
About King Charles Spaniel
Small, aristocratic toy spaniel with a domed head, short nose and large dark eyes, bred as a devoted lap companion. Calm indoors with moderate exercise needs, it thrives on constant human contact. Long, silky coat needs regular grooming; prone to heart, eye and brachycephalic‑related issues.
About Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Small, gentle spaniel (5.4–8 kg) with a silky medium coat in Blenheim, Tricolour, Black and Tan, or Ruby. Affectionate, people oriented, and good with children and other pets. Needs regular grooming, moderate exercise, and dislikes long periods alone.
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