Accessories for a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: harness, bowls and essentials
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel : Its kit includes a size-S harness, a pin brush, a comb for the feathering and an ear-cleaning solution. A narrow, high-sided spaniel bowl can help keep its long ears out of water and food.
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In short: A small spaniel of 5.5 to 8 kg with a silky, medium-length feathered coat, moderate energy and a very gentle temperament. A remarkably gentle companion spaniel, easy-going and intensely bonded to its owners. Mitral valve disease affects a large share of the breed with age: regular heart checks and strict weight control are the owner's two priorities.
Harness and lead sized for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Aim for a Y-fit harness in size S to M, adjustable at two points minimum, tried on if possible: at 5.5 to 8 kg, a loose harness spins, a tight one blocks the shoulder. A 2-metre lead in town and a longer one for strolls match its steady pace.
Bowls and daily kit
A stable stainless bowl sized for its 80-160 g a day — switching to slow-feed once meals vanish in under a minute. Complete the set with an always-full water point, a mat under the bowls and an airtight bin for the kibble.
The extras that genuinely matter for this breed
a foldable travel bowl, waste bags and a treat pouch: the outing trio — each under €40. The detailed picks are on the full Cavalier King Charles Spaniel profile.
Frequently asked questions
What harness size for a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Size S to M for an adult of 5.5 to 8 kg, in an adjustable Y-cut — measure the girth behind the elbows to decide between two sizes.
What starter budget for a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Expect €120 to 250 for the full kit (bed, harness and lead, bowls, crate, toys, brush), food excluded.
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