4 February 2026
A gentle but important message about anxiety and behaviour in Cavaliers Over recent months, we have seen a sharp and ongoing increase in the number of Read More »
Health information for Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, covering common breed health conditions, symptoms, veterinary investigations, treatment considerations and everyday health concerns. These articles include topics such as pancreatitis, dry eye, dental disease, obesity, pyometra, heart disease, and other conditions regularly seen in Cavaliers.
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29 May 2025
The Cost of Doing Nothing Not All Suffering Is Obvious Not all suffering is dramatic. Some dogs do not cry constantly, collapse, or stop eating altogether. Read More »
19 April 2025
Chiari malformation and syringomyelia (CM/SM) are heartbreaking conditions that many Cavalier King Charles Spaniel owners eventually face. These aren’t obscure medical terms—they describe serious, progressive neurological Read More »
19 January 2025
Professor Clare Rusbridge has published the chiari malformation and Syringomyelia treatment algorithm for many years. Having access to the treatment information has been incredibly valuable, and Read More »
29 July 2024
Obesity in dogs, including Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, is becoming more common and can lead to some very serious health problems, mainly because it causes inflammation. Read More »
23 September 2023
Reading this could save your dog’s life. Medium-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency (MCADD), a fatty acid oxidation disorder, is an inherited disease affecting the Cavalier King Charles Read More »
14 August 2023
How much does it cost to own a Cavalier on average per month? Cavaliers are undoubtedly expensive to own due to their health problems. When you Read More »
26 July 2023
Myoclonus is a neurological condition often observed in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, characterised by involuntary, rapid, jerking movements. While it may affect dogs of all breeds, Read More »
23 July 2023
When choosing a pet, it’s important to consider the pros and cons. This helps ensure the breed matches your lifestyle and expectations. The Cavalier King Charles Read More »