King Charles Spaniel
King Charles španěl
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Key facts
| FCI group | 9. Companion and Toy Dogs |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| Weight | 3.6–6.3 kg |
Recognition features
- Distinctly domed skull, short turned-up muzzle and slightly undershot bite
- Very long, low-set, richly feathered ears
- Four colour varieties: black and tan, tricolour, Blenheim and ruby
Purpose
A companion and toy dog, kept as a pet.
History
A close relative of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, known in some countries as the English Toy Spaniel; its name derives from a favourite dog of King Charles II. Toy spaniels have long been treasured as pets in England and on the Continent and were bred to ever smaller size from setter-type dogs; originally little gun dogs, they were pampered by wealthy owners and crossed with toy dogs from the East, which gave rise to their facial appearance.
Coat
Long, silky and straight, slight wave allowed, never curly; legs, ears and tail profusely feathered. Colours: black and tan (glossy black with mahogany-tan markings), tricolour (pearly white ground with black patches and tan markings), Blenheim (pearly white ground with chestnut-red patches and a clear spot in the centre of the skull) and ruby (whole-coloured rich chestnut red).
Similar breeds
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel · Compare
- Japanese Chin · Compare
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