Life with a Cavalier is full of love, quirks, questions and the occasional “what on earth do I do now?” moment. This section brings together helpful information for Cavalier owners, from everyday care and seasonal reminders to practical support for keeping them safe, comfortable and well understood.

10 February 2026

Insurance or Savings? Planning for a Cavalier’s Veterinary Care

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are often chosen for their gentle nature, affectionate temperament, and suitability as family dogs. What many new owners aren’t told is that […]
4 February 2026
Calm Cavalier King Charles Spaniel resting, with text reading “Behaviour is communication”

Anxiety and Behaviour in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels: An Important Message for Owners

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 […]
29 May 2025
Signs of pain in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. Image showing a Cavalier with a pain face

The Cost of Doing Nothing

Not All Suffering Is Obvious Not all suffering is obvious. And not all neglected dogs look neglected. Many of the signs of pain in dogs are […]
19 April 2025
Cavalier with chiari malformation pain face

Pain Is Not a Belief System: Recognising and Treating Chiari Malformation and Syringomyelia in Cavaliers

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 […]
29 July 2024
Obese ruby Cavalier King Charles Spaniels sitting on a sofa

Preventing Obesity and Inflammation in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels

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. […]
23 September 2023
Ruby Cavalier Arlo with MCADD

MCADD in Cavaliers

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 […]
26 August 2023
concerned looking rescue Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Navigating the Initial Milestones with Your Rescue Cavalier

There are three key phases to anticipate as your rescue dog adjusts to its new home: the initial 3 days, the 3-week mark, and then the […]
14 August 2023
The cost of owning a Cavalier, a ruby Cavalier looking sad

How much does it cost to own a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?

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 […]
26 July 2023
Mollie 15 year old Ruby Cavalier

Myoclonus in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels

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, […]