About Cavaliers

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Cavaliers of Puget Sound

Breed Standard

The AKC website explains in detail the breed standard for the Cavalier.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel ACKCSC Information

More information about Cavaliers can be found on the American Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club website (an AKC Member Club and the AKC Parent Club for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel in the USA). http://www.ackcsc.org/

National Cavalier Clubs

More information about Cavaliers can be found on the American Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club website (an AKC Member Club and the AKC Parent Club for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel in the USA). http://www.ackcsc.org/

COPS Health Clinics

On occasion COPS will offer specific health clinics or guest speakers on specific health related topics. Always check the club calendar for more up-to-date information.

Considering a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?

If you're considering the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel for your family our site should help you make your choice easier. You can research and familiarize yourself with the breed standard as this will help you understand the variety within the breed.

You will find information and links that assist you in choosing your cavalier. Boy or girl? New puppy or older adult? These questions need to be given consideration as to what is best for your family.

All breeds have certain health issues. The cavalier is no exception and every responsible pet owner should research and increase their knowledge so there are no surprises. By being informed you can ask your breeder questions about health tests as well as nutrition and other topics regarding the care of your new family member.

By purchasing your dog from a reputable breeder you're assured of its pedigree, its health and all the careful planning and care as the litter was raised.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Health Issues

For the most part Cavaliers are healthy dogs, but like most breeds they have conditions to which they are susceptible. One of these, Mitral Valve Disorder (MVD) has been the focus of increased research as its occurrence has risen among Cavaliers. Other disorders such as hip dysplasia and luxating patellas have registering bodies that certify Cavaliers clear of these conditions and help insure the overall health of the breed. See more information below.

CHIC Canine Health Information Center

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Breed Requirements

Hip Dysplasia	Eye Clearance	Patellar Luxation	Congenital Cardiac Database
OFA Evaluation OVC Evaluation PennHip Evaluation	CERF Evaluation Initial CERF exam at 8-12 weeks, 12 months and annually until 5 yrs old, every two until 9 yrs old	OFA Evaluation	OFA evaluation with exam performed by a Board-Certified Cardiologist, recommended annually

CHIC 2300 E Nilong Blvd., Columbia, MD 65201-3806
www.caninehealthinfo.org

Attention Breeders

Important DNA Research Information:

Clare Rusbridge and Penny Knowler's DNA Research, now requires DNA from MRI scanned SM CLEAR Cavaliers. (Dogs in this category need to be clear of the occipital malformation and SM.)

Instructions on how to contribute in the UK, copies of phenotype forms,etc, can be found on the UK Cavalier Club website: www.thecavalierclub.co.uk (Click on the Club Crest, then on Cavalier Health, and then on DNA Project.)

Go to the Files section of this Group website for instructions for collection in the US.

Those of you who have MRI scanned your dogs, please help.

Carol (and Rosie)
Glos,UK