Photo source: English Toy Spaniel Milton J. Paine
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Thinking of adding an English Toy Spaniel puppy to your family? Dogs Centrals English Toy Spaniel Dog Breed Guide offers a wealth of information on making the right choice in a puppy. From a concise dog breed profile and photo, to an English Toy Spaniel Dog Breeders Directory, to a Puppy For Sale Litter Announcements page, to an English Toy Spaniel bookstore - we have everything you need to find the perfect puppy for your family.

Height: 9-11 inches Weight: 8-14 lbs. Life Span: 12-14 yrs. Breed Group: Companion Dogs

A favorite lapdog of British royalty and aristocracy since the 17th century, this tiny dog was never developed as a hunting dog as so many spaniels were. The English toy spaniel is delightfully affectionate with everyone, including gentle children and other animals. Obedience training usually goes well as long as there is positive reinforcement and praise. Many toys can be yappy, mistrustful, and nippy, but not the English toy spaniel. It is an ideal dog for city living.

The long, silky coat can be straight or wavy. There are four varieties of the breed based on coat colors:

The Blenheim (white with chestnut patches)

The Prince Charles (white, tan and black).

The King Charles (rich, glossy black and bright mahogany)

The ruby (rich mahogany red)

In all varieties the short, upturned nose is pink at birth but turns jet-black as the dog matures. The English toy spaniel's coat needs to be brushed twice a week. This dog is content to take short walks. It also enjoys chasing and retrieving balls.

Information and Photo:

 Aspca Complete Guide to Dogs
by Sheldon L. Gerstenfeld
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Camino Real English Toy Spaniel Club - Club information and activities, order form for the English Toy Spaniel Handbook. CA.

English Toy Spaniel Dog Breed Rescue

King Charles Spaniel Rescue UK - The official UK site for English Toy Spaniel also known as King Charles Spaniel rescue.