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# The King Charles Spaniel: temperament, price, health, and breeders
United Kingdom
Small calm, affectionate and elegant toy spaniel, more reserved than the Cavalier King Charles.
Size SmallLife expectancy 10–12 yearsBudget ≈ €81/monthPuppy €800 – €2,000
[Find a breeder 5](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-king-charles-spaniel) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=king-charles-spaniel)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Find your ideal breed with our online quiz!](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-dog)
Families and children Very good
Daily exercise needs Low
Apartment living Very good
First-time owners Good
Other pets Good
Tolerance of being alone Limited
Guarding instinct Limited
Strengths and weaknesses
- Affectionate companion: He readily seeks the presence of his family and greatly appreciates calm interactions and cuddles.
- Indoor adaptation: His small size and moderate energy allow him to live well in an apartment with regular outings.
- Accessible gentle training: He responds well to a positive, consistent method based on play and the relationship.
- Delicate health: The breed requires real vigilance regarding the eyes, ears, breathing, and the heart.
- Regular grooming: Its long coat and feathering require consistent brushing to avoid knots and lack of hygiene.
- Sensitivity to overweight: A diet that is too rich and a lack of activity can quickly harm its overall health.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Calm households: Its gentle temperament and reserved nature are well suited to a stable and caring environment.
- Apartment living: It adapts well to small spaces if walks and companionship are sufficient.
- People looking for a companion dog: It thrives above all in a close relationship with available and affectionate humans.
Not recommended for
- Very long absences: Very attached to his family, he does not cope well with a daily life with little human presence.
- People not very available for care: His grooming and health monitoring require regularity.
- Very sporty owners: This is not a breed made for sustained or intensive physical activities.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
30 cmKing Charles Spaniel
- Height at the withers
- 25–34 cm
- Weight
- 3–6 kg
- Coat
- Long, silky
- FCI group
- 9
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Grooming
- Moderate grooming needs
## Photos and videos
See the King Charles Spaniel in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
![King Charles Spaniel - Photo 4]()
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The King Charles Spaniel is mentioned as early as the 16th century. Over time, breeders selected small companion spaniels appreciated by the British aristocracy. Its name pays tribute to King Charles II, a great lover of these dogs. Formerly used for hunting as well as companionship, it was then crossed with dogs from the East to arrive at the current type. The breed was definitively recognized by the FCI in 1955.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The King Charles Spaniel is a small dog with an elegant appearance but a stocky build, with a silhouette almost inscribable in a square. Its domed head is characteristic, with large very expressive dark eyes, long well-feathered ears and a short muzzle. Its coat is long, silky and straight to slightly wavy, with abundant feathering on the ears, limbs and tail.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
Cheerful, gentle and very affectionate, the King Charles Spaniel is a companion dog attached to its owner and its family. It is generally calmer and more reserved than the Cavalier King Charles, without being aggressive. It likes cuddles, seeks human closeness and also appreciates the company of children when it remains respectful.
Affectionate Easy to train Sociable
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
The King Charles Spaniel readily lives indoors and adapts well to apartment living if its daily walks are respected. It likes to play and share family life, but it is not an intense sporting dog. Its natural reserve with strangers requires gentle socialization to maintain balanced behavior.
Training
## Training and socialization
Its intelligence, its attachment to humans and its love of play make training easier. A gentle, consistent and regular approach works well with this sensitive breed. It is advisable to set clear limits from an early age and to work on socialization in order to avoid excessive reserve.
Budget
## Price and budget for the King Charles Spaniel
The purchase price varies depending on the origin of the line, the quality of breeding follow-up and the still relatively confidential availability of the breed. A higher price is often explained by serious selection and better documented health tests.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/king-charles-spaniel/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The King Charles Spaniel requires careful health monitoring. Its conformation, notably in the head and muzzle area, as well as the sensitivity of its eyes, ears and heart, require serious selection and regular veterinary check-ups.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/king-charles-spaniel/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The King Charles Spaniel needs a complete and digestible diet, adapted to its small size, its age and its moderate activity level. Nutritional quality is important to support its ideal weight and its overall condition.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/king-charles-spaniel/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The King Charles Spaniel is sometimes confused with the Cavalier King Charles, but they are indeed two distinct breeds. The King Charles is generally smaller, stockier, with a more domed head and a shorter muzzle. Its other English name is English Toy Spaniel.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the King Charles Spaniel
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Is the King Charles Spaniel the same dog as the Cavalier King Charles?
No. They are two distinct breeds. The King Charles Spaniel is generally smaller, stockier, with a more domed head and a shorter muzzle, and it is often more reserved in temperament.
### Is the King Charles Spaniel suitable for apartment living?
Yes, it adapts well to apartment living provided it goes out every day, maintains gentle but regular activity, and its human companionship is not neglected.
### Is the King Charles Spaniel easy to train?
It is rather pleasant to train thanks to its intelligence, attachment to its owner, and love of play, but it requires a gentle approach and good socialization.
## Find a King Charles Spaniel breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most King Charles Spaniel breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
[King Charles Spaniel breeders in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes3](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-king-charles-spaniel/auvergne-rhone-alpes)
### King Charles Spaniel breeders by country
[7 breeders of King Charles Spaniel in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-king-charles-spaniel/germany) [5 breeders of King Charles Spaniel in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-king-charles-spaniel) [3 breeders of King Charles Spaniel in the United Kingdom](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-king-charles-spaniel/united-kingdom) [2 breeders of King Charles Spaniel in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-king-charles-spaniel/italy) [1 breeder of King Charles Spaniel in Austria](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-king-charles-spaniel/austria) [1 breeder of King Charles Spaniel in Denmark](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-king-charles-spaniel/denmark) [1 breeder of King Charles Spaniel in Finland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-king-charles-spaniel/finland) [1 breeder of King Charles Spaniel in Spain](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-king-charles-spaniel/spain)
[All breeders of King Charles Spaniel in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-king-charles-spaniel)
## Ready to welcome a King Charles Spaniel?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-king-charles-spaniel)
## Compare King Charles Spaniel with other breeds
- [Cavalier King Charles vs. King Charles Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare/cavalier-king-charles-vs-king-charles-spaniel)
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