Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Keeping Your Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Looking Royalty

By Sachin K Airan


From their ancestry to their appearance, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels can be considered royalty in the dog universe. These dogs are closely connected with King Charles II, the king of England, Scotland and Ireland in the Restoration Period, so much so that he was said to be infrequently seen without his beloved pets. The nobility of the 16th century were also keen on Cavalier King Charles dogs though these weren't known as such then.

Also known as the King Charles or Cavs, these dogs have a regal appearance coupled with a regal behavior. Their coats are silky, smooth and glossy and these come in 4 standard colours, specifically, Blenheim ( chestnut marks and white background ), tri-colour ( white and black with tan marks on the chest, eyes and tail the most prized coloration ), black and tan, and ruby ( entirely chestnut with maybe spots of white in many dogs ). Their behavior is described as loving, friendly and companionable, which suggests that Cavs are great companions for children and other animals.

Lest you start thinking that Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are high-maintenance dogs due to their royal origins and appearance, think about it harder. You'll find that Cavalier King Charles dogs are relatively simple to maintain even with basic grooming routines. You must nevertheless , ensure your King Charles has regular vet check-ups as part of its health program.

When beginning on a grooming routine for your King Charles, always take into account that each dog is dissimilar even within the same breed. As an example, your King Charles may hate baths as a puppy but could find these nice later on . Patience is important in introducing and establishing grooming routines to keep your Cavalier King Charles Spaniels feeling and looking like royalty.

It's also necessary to start on the grooming routine as soon as possible ideally when the Cavalier King Charles dogs are still puppies. Your purpose is to accustom them to the routine in order that it is simpler to do when they get older ; the grooming sessions last for longer due to their longer coats. Be certain to reward your King Charles puppies for their good behaviour.

You should have a basic grooming coat in your house, said kit of which are composed of a soft brush, a straight brush, a pin brush, a shedding tool, and nail clippers. You are able to add other accessories according to the needs of your Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, said accessories of which can include tear stain cleansers.

Just brush your King Charles' coats on an occasional basis but you can brush it as frequently as necessary. Your main aim is to keep their coats looking smooth, shiny and silky no matting. You might also want to enlist the help of professional dog groomers for this reason including the hair cutting, the nail clipping and the ear cleaning aspects.

Ear cleaning is of special concern to King Charles dogs because of their long, floppy ears. Use an ear-cleaning solution with a cotton ball to wash your pets' ears. And do not forget his dental hygiene, also , thru top quality gnaws.

Indeed, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are a pleasure to care for! You simply need to groom them regularly to maintain their regal yet friendly appearance.




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