Spotlight Breed: English Toy Spaniel
Welcome to our Spotlight Breed article of the week. We are excited to teach you about a fun and unique dog breed from around the globe! Our spotlight breed of the week is the English Toy Spaniel. One of the nicknames of this breed is “Charlie,” after the king who loved them. This breed is quieter and more reclusive compared to its Cavalier cousins. There is much more to learn about the English Toy Spaniel, so please continue reading!
One of the most incredible things about the English Toy Spaniel is that they are highly adaptable. They can live in small apartments and large houses. If you ensure they are being stimulated mentally and physically, it doesn’t matter where they are! The breed is very high on the sensitivity scale. They are not afraid to show their emotions, and you will always be able to tell how they feel. The English Toy Spaniel does not like being alone for long periods. This breed is probably not ideal for you if you are a person who is away from the house for long periods.
Let’s talk about the friendliness level of the breed. Their overall friendliness ranks at four out of five stars. The English Toy Spaniel is highly affectionate with family, and it shows. The breed loves to form strong bonds with its “pack.” The breed also does well around other dogs and, surprisingly, strangers too. There seem to be some issues regardingeed when they encounter children. No matter the circumstance, young children and dogs of any breed should always be supervised by an adult and never be left alone together.
Health and grooming needs should be considered with this breed. If you are going to share a home with an English Toy Spaniel, get ready for massive amounts of shedding! Invest in a de-shedding tool, a good vacuum, and a broom. You’ll need it. The good news is that the breed is relatively easy to groom.
You may run into difficulties when training the English Toy Spaniel. They will eventually form an association between a prompt, an action, and a consequence. However, you will need patience and consistency to see the results you want. The breed also has a very high prey drive. If they see something that they want, they will do whatever it takes to chase it. Ensure that this breed is kept in a securely fenced area or leashed while out on a walk. Another fun fact about the breed is that they are always ready to play. Keep activities fun and exciting for the English Toy Spaniel!
Are you looking for a breed that is loving and full of fun? If so, the English Toy Spaniel may be for you. We want to leave you with a fun fact about the breed. The English Toy Spaniel appears in many Renaissance paintings. The portrait of King Charles’ five children includes a dog resembling the English Toy Spaniel.
