How much is a King Charles Cavalier worth?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels cost about the same as most small breeds. The average price is around $1,500 for a high-quality puppy from a recognized breeder. However, you can find them ranging from $1,000 to $2,500.
What is the most expensive dog to breed?
Tibetan Mastiff
The Tibetan Mastiff is the most expensive dog breed to own. It has an exorbitant average purchase price of $2,500.
How old is a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
The Cavalier is an intelligent and fearless companion, but is not known to be a good watchdog even though they can alarm bark because they are often overly social with strangers. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a generally healthy breed with an average lifespan of 9-14 years.
What kind of diseases can a King Charles Spaniel get?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are susceptible to bacterial and viral infections — the same ones that all dogs can get — such as parvo, rabies, and distemper. Many of these infections are preventable through vaccination, which we will recommend based on the diseases we see in our area, her age, and other factors.
What kind of problems does a King Charles have?
Dental disease is the most common chronic problem in pets, affecting 80% of all dogs by age two. And unfortunately, your Cavalier King Charles is more likely than other dogs to have problems with her teeth. It starts with tartar build-up on the teeth and progresses to infection of the gums and roots of the teeth.
How to take care of a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniels eyes are one of the least sterile part of the body. Their eyelids do not always close properly, and therefore are prone to gathering dirt and grit on the surface. It is recommended to fill a jug with warm water from the tap, using a baby sponge, gently flood the eye also taking care to clean around the area after.
What kind of disease does a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel have?
Syringomyelia (SM) is a severe inherited condition in our Cavaliers. It is a progressive neurological disease that varies in severity. Cavaliers unfortunately are affected by SM in larger numbers to any other breed. It is found in all colors, in all lines, and affects both sexes.
Why is oral hygiene important for a Cavalier?
Cavaliers are prone to heart disease so good oral hygiene is imperative. Tooth decay and diseased gums produce bacteria that get into your Cavalier’s bloodstream. It can result in problems to any of their organs but in particular, the heart valves where the bacteria starts to grow.
How does tooth decay affect a Cavalier Cavalier?
Tooth decay and diseased gums produce bacteria that get into your Cavalier’s bloodstream. It can result in problems to any of their organs but in particular, the heart valves where the bacteria starts to grow. The heart valves do not close completely and blood leaks past the valve.