Life Span:	10-12 years
Litter Size:	1-3 puppies.
Group:	Gun Dog/AKC Toy Group
Recognized By:	CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR
Color:	The English Toy Spaniel comes in four color varieties: The Blenheim is a red and white dog. The coat is pearly white with deep red or chestnut markings in large, evenly distributed patches. Ears and cheeks are red, and there should be red markings around both eyes. They will have a blaze of white that extends from the nose up the forehead and ending between the ears. The Blenheim often carries a thumb mark or "Blenheim Spot" placed on the top and the center of the skull. The Prince Charles pattern is a tricolor dog with a pearly white background and black patches. They have solid black ears and black markings on their faces. They typically have black markings around the eyes, as well. They also have rich tan markings on the face, over their eyes, in the lining of the ears and under their tails. The King Charles pattern is a black and tan dog. They have a glossy black background with mahogany tan marks on the cheeks, in the linings of the ears, over their eyes, on their legs and underneath their tails. There can be a small chest patch of white or a few white hairs on the chest. Otherwise, this dog should have no white markings. The Ruby English Toy Spaniel is colored a rich dark red. There will often be a white patch of hair about the size of a quarter or a few white hairs on their chests, but otherwise, this dog has no other coloring is a self-colored, rich mahogany red.
Hair Length:	Long
Size:	Toy/Small
Shedding:	Moderate Shed
Male Height:	10 inches
Male Weight:	8-14 pounds for males
Female Height:	10 inches
Female Weight:	8-14 pounds for males
Living Area:	These are indoor dogs. They don't need a great deal of exercise, and they don't tolerate temperature extremes or pollution very well. They are perfect for apartment life. They should never be left outdoors in an unfenced yard. They are prone to chase after birds and could well leave the yard. Plus, at their small size they could easily be hurt by larger animals. English Toy Spaniels do not eat a great deal. They will eat between 1/4 and 1 cup of dog food each day, preferably fed in two meals. They are sometimes prone to being picky eaters, and feeding a little canned dog food mixed with their dry kibble can help them to be more willing to eat. However, since they are prone to dental problems, they should not be fed canned food exclusively.

About this Breed

The English Toy Spaniel is a small dog with a square build. They are sturdy and cobby. They are designed to be companion dogs and are quite intelligent. Though they are a toy sized dog, they are actually quite hardy. They have a black pug nose on a very short muzzle and a dome shaped skull, and their heads and cheeks look somewhat chubby. Their teeth are slightly undershot. They have round eyes that are quite large and dark. Their ears are long and hang down in a pendant fashion. They have a medium long silky coat. Their tails are typically docked to two to four inches and are carried at or just slightly above the level of the back. Their tails should be feathered with silky hair that is 3-4 inches in length. Their legs are short but well muscled with small compact feet. They have a lively and elegant gait, with a long stride for their size. There are many confusing names for this dog and its cousins. English Toy Spaniels (also known as the King Charles Spaniel) are affectionately referred to as E.T.s' or Charlies'. These are not to be confused with their cousins, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels who are usually called Cavaliers. They are two entirely separate breeds, though they are quite similar. In addition, the names King Charles and Prince Charles are be used to describe color patterns within the breed. Charlies' noses are more pushed in than the Cavalier, who resembles the pug far less, and their ears are set lower. Cavaliers’ ears are set quite high, accentuating the flat skull. The tails of Charlies' are docked, but the tails of a Cavalier are left long. It is said that Charlies' most closely resemble pugs and Cavaliers most closely resemble spaniels. Both breeds are available in the same colors.