The Spaniel Project

The Spaniel Project It is a condition very common in the breed which drastically reduces the lifespan of these gorgeous playful little mates.

Responsible Ethical breeder of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Tibetan Spaniels & Tibeliers
Member PSAA #00178 RightPaw breeder BIN0000952686059
All breeding dogs fully healthscreened/tested
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Cavaliers are prone to a condition 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

26/01/2025

Happy 5th Birthday to the 'K' litter Whinnie X Teddy

25/01/2025

Happy 5th Birthday
Jilka & littermates 'J' litter
Reba X Buddy

FYI
25/01/2025

FYI

25/01/2025

Reba & Missy have gone home they were soooo happy to see their family

25/01/2025

If you want to make your own, essential oils optional :-)

FYI...please stay vigilant about anything thats prescribed to your dogs
23/01/2025

FYI...please stay vigilant about anything thats prescribed to your dogs

FDA’s letter to vets about the approval of Zenrelia (ilunocitinib) and safety concerns associated with the drug, especially regarding vaccines and infections.

Loki found a hole :p
23/01/2025

Loki found a hole :p

read about this before regarding laserlights......
22/01/2025

read about this before regarding laserlights......

Buttons & Missy 'roowatching' :-)
22/01/2025

Buttons & Missy 'roowatching' :-)

Missy & Reba chillaxing
22/01/2025

Missy & Reba chillaxing

when you hear a green frog making a particular sound you know theres something making a meal of it.....yup tree snake ha...
21/01/2025

when you hear a green frog making a particular sound you know theres something making a meal of it.....yup tree snake having dinner, this is just in frontof the car in carport....poor greenie, nature is cruel......

It looks like Chagdud has found his new home in Victoria, he will be known as LOKI and all going well he will leave here...
20/01/2025

It looks like Chagdud has found his new home in Victoria, he will be known as LOKI and all going well he will leave here wk commencing 3rd Feb

18/01/2025

fun for some but nipped in the butt quickly ......sowwy puppers :-)

Very important info
17/01/2025

Very important info

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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.