The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is not a lapdog, although that is one of its favourite spots. It is atually a Companion Dog and is a total companion. They want to be involved in all your activities from a 5km run, a walk around the neighbourhood, to a ride in the car and following you all around the house. In saying this, they need human companionship. They become very attached to their family and despise being left alone.

They’re an intelligent dog so are usually easily trained (if they want to be), as all they want to do is please you, plus many are food-driven. Some of our rescue Cavaliers have been trained as agility dogs and have been used in visits to Aged Care facilities, as well as many other activities.

Rupert is a Story Book dog in a local school. He sits quietly while a child reads to him. This encourages children to read more which consequently improves reading skills.

Isabella, a little old lady who can’t be expected to get her paws dirty, is shown here busy at work supervising the clean up from the recent floods, and giving comfort to her family.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels love doing a variety of different things with their humans. It is good for them both physically and mentally. Charlie is trained to do tricks. Some of his favourites are shown here.