Grooming and care for a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: brush, bath, health
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel : Its silky coat needs brushing two or three times a week, focusing on the ear and leg feathering, which tangles. The long drop ears limit airflow in the ear canal: a weekly check and cleaning with an ear solution help prevent infections.
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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.
Coat care, brush by brush
Brush-wise, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel calls for a slicker brush and a metal comb, two to three sessions a week — and its shedding stays moderate, with two seasonal peaks in spring and autumn. Start early and reward: a few positive minutes per session build an adult that accepts grooming without drama.
Baths, claws, ears, teeth
A bath every two to three months, or when genuinely dirty, with a dog-pH shampoo — never a human product. Check claws monthly, inspect ears at the same time, and brush teeth two or three times a week.
Health watch-points for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
In the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, the documented watch-points are: mitral valve disease, syringomyelia and ear infections linked to the long drop ears. Nothing inevitable, but they steer prevention — and at the first unusual sign, the vet decides, not the shop aisle. Life expectancy sits around 9 to 14 years.
Frequently asked questions
Which brush for a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
For its coat, plan on a slicker brush and a metal comb, two to three sessions a week.
How often should a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel be bathed?
A quarterly bath is largely enough, exceptional messes aside — and exclusively with canine shampoo, never your own products.
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