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Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Like Water? Facts & Swimming Tips

Written by: Patricia Dickson

Last Updated on August 30, 2024 by Dogster Team

Some breeds are good at running, and others are good at swimming. Which kind of breed is the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and what is it good at? Do these dogs make good pets? Will they get out on the water with you or even in the water with you? Cavalier King Charles Spaniels love water, but that’s not all there is to it. Keep reading to find out the answers to a few of your questions. We’ll tell you all there is to know about Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, how they feel about water, how well they do with it, and much more.

Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Like Water?

While this differs from dog to dog, most Cavalier King Charles Spaniels love water. Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are naturally talented swimmers, and due to their desire to please their owners, it’s very easy to train them to be better swimmers. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a well-known lapdog; because of this, they feel comfortable around large crowds. So, your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel won’t feel scared at the beach or a pool.

It is important to know that only some Cavalier King Charles Spaniels will be perfect swimmers; some are even afraid of water. Luckily, it is pretty easy to teach a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel new skills.

How to Teach a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to Swim

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel can be taught to be a better swimmer. The best first step to teaching your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to swim is to choose a nice, non-distracting place to teach them, like a lake.

It’s essential to begin teaching your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to swim in shallow water, like a kiddie pool, but if you don’t have a kiddie pool, the shallow end of a lake will do. Your pet’s safety is first and foremost, so you’ll need a lifejacket for them. Make sure you never let your Spaniel into the water without a life jacket; you never know what could happen.

The best way to get your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to enjoy the water is to play with them in it. When your Spaniel plays with you in the water, it will adapt faster. You should also use a reward system, but punishing your dog for not swimming will only make it avoid the water. Hold your dog with your hands under their belly when they try to swim to help them float, and whenever they try to swim or successfully swim, praise them and give them a treat.

cavalier king charles spaniel swimming in the pool
Image Credit: guigaamartins, Shutterstock

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Final Thoughts

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a dog naturally equipped for swimming. They have an affinity for it, and most adore the water. They also enjoy being around large groups of people, making beaches a perfect place for them. On top of all that, it is easy to train a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to be a better swimmer.

But not all Cavalier King Charles Spaniels adore the water. Some are afraid of water and panic when near it. If your Spaniel is like that, be careful when teaching them. Whether your Spaniel adores the water or is terrified, it can become an incredible swimmer and find fun in the water with enough training.

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