Pets Australia Issue 70 August 2017

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PETS | Creature feature

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The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a very

popular breed of dog. Cavvies, as they

are affectionately known, originated in

the royal courts of Spain, France, England

and Scotland, often seen next to their

owners in portraits. Mary Queen of Scots

famously had one by her side when she

was executed, but it was King Charles I

and Charles II whose passion for the breed

lent it their name, giving us the moniker

by which we know it today.

During the reign of Queen Victoria, small

spaniels were fashionable but their heads

were domed and they had shorter faces,

much like the King Charles Spaniel. It wasn’t

until 1928 that the a set of dedicated breeders Photo: Animax Photography

The Cavvie’s coat requires extensive grooming.

This noble dog was

once favoured by the

throne, but now is

content to sit in your

lap at home. Learn more

about the Cavalier King

Charles Spaniel with

Lauren Clarke.

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