| Toys have a reputation (quite earned I must add) of | | | | All varieties have the short little upturned nose which is |
| being yappy, mistrustful and nippy. | | | | pick at birth but turns black as the dog matures. |
| Not so the English Toy Spaniel. They are | | | | They stand about 8-10 inches fully grown and weigh |
| enthusiastically affectionate with just about everyone | | | | 7-13 pounds. Expect them to live 12-14 very active |
| they meet. Adults, children, strangers, other dogs and | | | | years. |
| even cats - all are more than welcome to play with | | | | Grooming and Exercise Needs |
| the English Toy Spaniel. | | | | The English Toy Spaniels long coat needs to be |
| This makes it an ideal dog for the city, for suburbs, for | | | | brushed about twice a week. |
| families with children and for those who like to take | | | | It is content to take short walks with its little legs and |
| their dog along when they travel. | | | | enjoys chasing and fetching balls. |
| Appearance | | | | Origins of the English Toy Spaniels |
| English Toy Spaniels have long, silky coats that can be | | | | Well, it started in England ;-) |
| straight or a bit wavy. There are typically 4 main color | | | | This was a favorite lapdog of the British royalty and |
| variations: The Blenheim (white with tan patches), the | | | | aristocracy in the 17th century and continues to be |
| Prince Charles (white, tan and black), the King Charles | | | | today. Unlike many others of the spaniel breed, this tiny |
| (glossy black with bright mahogany) and the Ruby (a | | | | little dog was not bred to hunt. |
| rich red.) | | | | |