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It is a condition very common in the breed which drastically reduces the lifespan of these gorgeous playful little mates.
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Responsible Ethical breeder of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Tibetan Spaniels & Tibeliers
Member PSAA #00178 verified RightPaw breeder BIN0000952686059 All breeding dogs fully healthscreened/tested ALL DOGS USED IN THE BREEDING PROGAM ARE FULLY BREED PROFILED THROUGH ORIVET FOR ALL POSSIBLE DISEASES WITHIN THE BREEDS AND HAVE HAD EYES TESTED BY OPHTHALMOLOGIST
Cavaliers are prone to a conditio

n called Syringomyelia, where the head is too small to accommodate the brain. It is this shape and size of the head that breeders have insisted on breeding into the dogs that is considered to be the cause of syringomyelia. Looking into turning this deadly and cruel condition around a group of breeders got their head together and decided to start the “The Spaniel Project”…....breeding a spaniel type of dog with all the characteristics of the friendly, playful, fun loving, people loving little dog but without the serious health issues. The only way to fix this is going to be out-crossing to bring some size back into these little dogs heads, a size that can comfortably accommodate their brain. This is going to be a process which is going to take some time, foundation stock has been purchased, health checks are being performed for as many issues that can be tested for at this stage. . All puppies from The Spaniel Project are sold fully vaccinated C5 6 weeks free insurance, de-sexed, microchipped and have a full vet check before they will be allowed to go to their new home. They also come with life long breeders support, return home policy and an online training course. BIN0000952686059
RIGHTPAW accredited breeder
PSAA #0178

25/08/2024

FYI
https://vetmed.tamu.edu/news/pet-talk/public-water-bowls/

24/08/2024

Sana if 'flying along' as the saying goes, her apetite has returned her belly is getting rounded, exciting times ahead

24/08/2024

Sana has a 'fettish' for tripe I dont mind handfeeding her but not when I'm prepping my smoko

23/08/2024

Just reading in another group about epilesy and how common it is in dogs :-( my QUESTION is WHY is it common, WHAT isthe common denominator?.......dont have to look too far, when reading the inserts in flea/tick meds it mentions 'neurological issues' here's a list of side effects ........
"Common Side Effects of Popular Flea Treatments
Pets often experience temporary irritations after the use of medications. Some common side effects are as follows:
Wet patch of fur is a common sign seen when the treatment is with a topical medicine. The patch or fur around the area of application appears to be wet for several hours.
Hair loss is another common side effect that is observed in pets. There is a considerable hair loss or hair thinning around the area of application.
Skin irritation such as itchiness and redness of the skin at the site of application is often observed. However, some pets try to scratch at the area of application and spread the medication to other areas including face and eyes. This can be dangerous and requires medical attention.
Loss of appetite is common among animals that lick the irritated application spot. By doing so, the animal ingests some of the medication that leads to stomach upset and loss of appetite.
Animals experience excess salivation and uncontrollable drooling if they accidentally ingest the topical medication.
Other uncommon symptoms include neurological and psychological effects, vomiting, diarrhea, respiratory problems, seizures and trembling, and allergic reactions.
If these signs persist, it is recommended to seek veterinary assistance."
Its listen under 'uncommon' however if its becoming acceptable that seizures are common this would NOT be uncommon in my books

22/08/2024

Update on Sana, we got home just on dark yesterday. She ATE most of her diner I had prepared earlier for her & brekky this morning

21/08/2024

one on each side of the fence haha funny puppers

21/08/2024

play time with the big dogs

21/08/2024

random pics

17/08/2024

Pinning this post as its full of helpfull info so its easy to find if needed

17/08/2024

16/08/2024

UPDATE:.......she had some food last nite and a little bit of brekky this morning, hopefully we turned the corner 🤞🤞🤞
Poor Sana girl.......she's in pup but its not a good time for her, suffering from nausa, not wanting to eat. Booked in for ultra sound next week and trying to entice her with all sorts of 'yummy' foods ( even catfood) fingers crossed we can get her to eat something soon.....

16/08/2024

After lots of play, pants pulling, toe biting ( both mine) barking at 'things' running in & out doggy door its time for a powernap

15/08/2024

little girls getting around, enjoy running outside when its not raining ❤️❤️❤️

13/08/2024

FYI
https://madcapuniversity.com/blogs/articles-and-product-reviews/having-trouble-walking-your-puppy?fbclid=IwY2xjawEnWnpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHYXCsVlkdA8U6cUvK0VY57TUAxgvw_ZtsA6zCILo9_qb4t450cfJuQWAQw_aem_BNr1cFsIWqXOhxDJdt0ceQ

“Help! My puppy won’t go for a walk! He goes like three steps and then he stops and sniffs or won’t move, then he bites the leash. What's wrong with my puppy?”

13/08/2024

https://lyka.com.au/join/SPANIELPROJECT20...take advantage 30% off your first box atm....

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10/08/2024

FYI

Rather than struggling at doorways, teach your dog to wait for permission to pass through. Here's how to teach your dog to wait at doorways.

10/08/2024

two besties

10/08/2024

Being so wet, the pups are out in front room with more space to play.....they dont seem to mind too much :-).....

10/08/2024

Thank goodness I keep paper to keep them occupied on wet days like this , but not Buttons...she watches from up high

09/08/2024

chasies yay

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https://www.cavalierkingcharlesspaniels.au/

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one on each side of the fence haha funny puppers <3

play time with the big dogs

little girls getting around, enjoy running outside when its not raining ❤️❤️❤️

chasies yay <3

more playtime <3

playtime for the little tykes <3 with the bigger dogs

early morning frolick for some <3

lil 'miss B' ( Benika) CKCS 10 weeks enjoying her brisket bone <3

playtime for lil miss B & her mummy Hexi <3

chickenfeet fest :-)

lil miss B playing with a bamboo leaf <3

more of lil miss B playing with Hexi <3 <3 <3

a bit more burning while the weather/wind is kind to me :-) today its bamboo leaves.......

morning fun <3...including the star of the show :P

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Looking into turning the deadly and cruel conditions that Cavalier King Charles Spaniels can suffer from around, a group of breeders got their head together and decided to start the “The Spaniel Project”…....breeding a spaniel type of dog with all the characteristics of the friendly, playful, fun loving, people loving little dog but without the serious health issues.

One of the conditions that Cavaliers are prone is Syringomyelia, where the head is too small to accommodate the brain. It is a condition very common in the breed which drastically reduces the lifespan of these gorgeous playful little mates. It is this shape and size of the head that breeders have insisted on breeding into the dogs that is considered to be the cause of syringomyelia.

Another issue is difficulty breathing due to short ‘squishy’ faces causing genetic deformities of their airways and soft palate. In a normal dog the soft palate should only slightly overlap the epiglottis and when it is elongated or deformed it can interfere with airflow either by blocking the larynx or by problems with negative pressure. Some dogs are so badly affected that their nostrils need widening and/or other surgical procedures to help them breathe.

Mitral Valve Disease is another condition many CKCS suffer and die from unfortunately. We aim to improve as many of the most common illnesses to the best of our ability.