English Toy Spaniel
This distinctive dog has a noble character and history.
Height: 10 to 11 inches at shoulder
Weight: 8 to 14 pounds
Coat: long and silky
Life span: 10 to 12 years
Breed Group: Companion Dogs
Nicknamed "Charlies" after the king who loved them, English Toy Spaniels are quieter and more reclusive than their Cavalier cousins, but they can have a mischievous spark. They tend to prefer a single person and are not a "hail fellow, well met" type of dog.
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General Characteristics
Dog friendly
  
  
  
  
  
Drooling potential
  
  
  
  
  
Ease of training
  
  
  
  
  
Need for exercise
  
  
  
  
  
Playfulness
  
  
  
  
  
Vigor
  
  
  
  
  
Wanderlust
  
  
  
  
  
Potential for weight gain
  
  
  
  
  
Sensitivity
  
  
  
  
  
Watchdog ability
  
  
  
  
  
Compatible with kids
  
  
  
  
  
Easy to groom
  
  
  
  
  
Energy level
  
  
  
  
  
General health