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Don’t let their regal history or flowing coat and fancy feathered tail fool you, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are are as friendly and loving as they come! This cheerful toy breed is surprisingly uncomplicated and happiest as an indoor lapdog. Full-grown, they typically weigh 13-18 pounds and stand 12-13 inches tall.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are generally excellent with children of all ages. Cavalier King Charles Spaniels get along great with children (although older children are preferable), other dogs, and any household pets. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel are pretty basic. They love walks (leashed or watched closely around roads as they tend to give chase to small animals) but are quite content with plenty of indoor play, easily adjusting to the activity level of your family. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a good fit for apartment life or a home in the country. Overall, their exercise needs are moderate.

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has long, soft, silky hair with a light wave to it. There are four color types which were formerly considered separate breeds: tricolor (‘Prince Charles’), red and white (‘Blenheim’), black and tan (‘King Charles’), and red (‘Ruby’). The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is an average shedder, and they don’t need to be bathed often if you keep them as indoor dogs, which they prefer, but frequent brushing is a good idea. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. Cavalier King Charles Spaniels get along great with children (although older children are preferable), other dogs, and any household pets. They are fairly easy to train.

Miniature Pinschers are from Germany and were bred to take care of rat problems. With good looks, big personalities and a fun sense of humor, these small dogs quickly moved from the farmhouse to the city. They love to be the center of your attention, so get ready to dole out some love! Full-grown, they typically weigh 8-10 pounds and stand 10-13 inches tall.

Miniature Pinschers are generally okay with older children who know how to handle dogs. They are curious, quick, and hard to catch. Miniature Pinschers love belly rubs, hugs, and kisses from their families, but their small size makes them a better match for older children who play gently. They're very vocal and bark quite a lot.

Daily walks (on the leash) are a great activity for curious Miniature Pinschers. It’s an opportunity for them to explore safely and stretch their legs. They really don’t need much more exercise than this. Overall, their exercise needs are high.

Miniature Pinschers are tough little dogs who aren’t afraid of a pretty sweater. In fact, when it’s cold, they definitely require one. Min Pins do not have much fur to keep them warm, but their short-haired coat is easy to maintain. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Miniature Pinschers are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. Apartment-style living serves them well. Be sure to have them on a leash when taking them out for a walk or keep them in a secured backyard for playtime. They are moderately trainable with consistent effort.