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Sylvancrest Cavaliers was established 30 years ago when Kristine Ehlert spent months visiting England's old established kennels to find the "best of the best" for our foundation stock. They are the Kindrum and Homerbrent, which are the healthiest bloodlines, world renown for longevity, beauty and temperament.
Kristine spent years showing throughout the USA and Canada and breeding to perfect the bloodlines. Kristine was involved in founding CAVALIERS OF THE WEST in the CKCS Club and served as Vice-President.
We, Janet and Domenick , MAJESTY CAVALIERS, have spent 30 years working with tropical birds, traveling to the tropics to collect avian species for propagation. We have established a breeding aviary, raising many endangered species. When I got my first Sylvancrest Cavalier 20 years ago, it was love at first puppy kiss. I had not intended to show or breed them, but like many Cavalier owners, I soon wanted one of each color and my "flock" expanded. Kris and II shared the same love of the breed and although we both held Masters degrees, we chose to devote our time to our Cavaliers.
A Sad Footnote; When Kristine's beloved 15 year old tri color, Sylvancrest Bronte, passed on, she was devastated and said she had nothing left to live for. I drove to her home and brought her Angel, a young Blenheim girl, to keep her company in her grief. My last sight of her was holding Angel in her arms, smiling thru her tears. That night, Kristine passed away, Angel by her side. Her ashes and Bronte's were scattered at sea, together forever. |
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BREED HISTORY:
Often called the dog of landed gentry and movie stars, this Spaniel was the favorite of England's King Charles II in the 1700's. He was often accused of spending more time with his beloved Spaniels than on affairs of state. Even today, they maintain a royal status (by Royal Decree) as the only breed allowed in all public places. They were often called little comforters, curing illness and keeping laps warm in the cold drafty castles. They were depicted in the paintings of many old masters including Gainesborough, Titian and Lancier. It was a Cavalier, faithful to the end, found under the skirts of Mary, Queen of Scots after she was beheaded.
The Cavalier is a highly intelligent and good natured little dog. They average 12-18 pounds and 12-13 inches high. Their personality is much like a Golden Retriever; loving, devoted, quick to learn and eager to please. They travel well and are a perfect companion for both active and sedentary lifestyles. They love children and other pets and are NEVER cross or snappy. They make good watchdogs as they will bark to alert, but do not keep on yapping like many smaller breeds are known to do.
They require no professional grooming and have a soft, lustrous odor-free coat. They do shed, but not excessively. They housebreak quite easily and are very clean natured, making them the perfect house pet. They are a hardy, healthy breed with few genetic problems. Unfortunately, like many small breeds, they can develop heart murmurs due to valve disease. The CKCS Club and our members are actively working to eliminate this problem in the breed. Some bloodlines seems to be clear of it and others more prone to it. By selective breeding, it may someday be eliminated. Average life span is 12-14 years.
Cavaliers can be extremely silly and comical. They bring joy and laughter to many households. They love to snuggle and are the ultimate huggable lapdog. They are NOT an independent breed and they do require companionship. They should never be left outside in kennels and must be treated as a family member. They prefer to sleep in their master's bed and be by his side most of the time. Those dark Spaniel eyes can melt anyone's heart. |
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