While the cavalier King Charles spaniel comes from spaniel roots, it is thought that this European toy breed was probably derived from crossing small spaniels with Oriental toy breeds, including the Japanese Chin, the pug, or the Tibetan spaniel. The cavalier King Charles spaniel was known as a "comforter spaniel," due to its many significant contributions to the comfort of its owner, including its use as a lap or foot warmer and its ability to attract fleas from its owner's body. According to some, King Charles II was so taken with this breed that he ignored state matters in favor of his dogs. Because of his close association with the breed, this type of dog originally became known as the King Charles spaniel. Later, the Duke of Marlborough was known to be a major advocate of the King Charles spaniel, specifically his favorite coat type, the red and white "Blenheim" color, which is named after the Duke's estate. A favorite of the wealthy, the King Charles spaniel was a fixture in their homes for many years. But it is interesting to note that over time, a dog with a shorter nose became more popular. In fact, by the early 1900s, the few dogs still in existence that resembled the earlier specimens of the breed were considered to be inferior...... Find out more about this dog breed.
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