The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel holds a long line of royal history, as King Charles III steps into power following the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, on Sept. 8, 2022.

The pug influenced the Cavalier King Charles spaniel’s look. After King Charles II died in 1685, the popularity of the breed began to fade, and other dogs like the pug stepped into the spotlight.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are charming, affectionate dogs that were bred in the 17th century by King Charles I and Charles II––two ill-fated monarchs who were more interested in breeding ...

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a distinct breed from the King Charles Spaniel, despite the two resembling one another and having very similar names. They share a common history, but have ...