Cockalier Information
The Cockalier — The Best of Both Worlds
A loving cross between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the American Cocker Spaniel — playful, affectionate, and beautifully balanced.
Cockalier Information
Size
: 13–18 lbs
Age
: Adult
Coat
: Silky, four classic colors
Sex
: Male
Lifespan
: 12–15 years
Information about Cockaliers
The Cockalier is a hybrid or designer breed that is a mix between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Cocker Spaniel.
There are many different possible markings and colors that may come through both the Cavalier as well as the Cocker Spaniel lines.
For the most part, the Cockalier will tend to take on more of one of their parent’s shape than a combination of both.
As a result, some Cockaliers tend to be somewhat short and have bodies that are stocky; similar to that of the Cocker Spaniel.
There are also other Cockaliers that will have a body shape that is more similar to that of the Cavalier.
The actual size of the dog will also depend upon the weight of the parents.
The coat of the Cockalier will also depend upon which parent the dog takes after as well.
- Affectionate Nature
- Gentle Temperament
- Intelligent & Trainable
- Adaptable Lifestyle
- Moderate Exercise Needs
- Healthy & Well-Socialized
Cockalier Information
The Cockalier is a designer dog breed, a cross between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Cocker Spaniel. This hybrid combines the sweet, affectionate personality of the Cavalier with the energy and playfulness of the Cocker, making it a wonderful family companion.
At Charmed Onz Cavaliers, we are proud to raise healthy, well-socialized Cockaliers that bring out the best traits of both parent breeds.
Living Environment
Cockaliers adapt well to both apartment living and larger homes, provided they get enough daily exercise.
- Apartment friendly – Yes, with regular walks and playtime.
- Best suited for Families, singles, or seniors looking for a loving and adaptable companion.
- Companionship needs They do not like being left alone for long periods and thrive in homes where they get plenty of attention.
Appearance and Size
Because Cockaliers are a hybrid, their appearance can vary depending on which parent breed they most take after.
- Body Type: Some Cockaliers are shorter and stockier like the Cocker Spaniel, while others have the slimmer, more refined frame of the Cavalier.
- Height: Typically 12–15 inches at the shoulder
- Weight: Generally 12–28 pounds, depending on the parents
- Coat: Can range from silky and straight (Cavalier-like) to wavy or slightly curly (Cocker-like)
Cockaliers come in a wide variety of colors and markings, including:
Tricolor
black, white, and tan
Blenheim
red and white
Ruby
solid red
Black and tan
Various Cocker colorations such as buff, liver, or parti combinations
Coat and Grooming
The coat of the Cockalier will generally vary depending on whether the dog takes after the Cocker Spaniel or the Cavalier.
There are some dogs in this breed that will have a coat that is curlier and more similar to that of the Cocker Spaniel while others will have a coat that is finer and more like the Cavalier.
Dogs that have taken more after the Cavalier line will need to have more attention paid toward their ears.
This is because the fine hair on this type of coat can easily become snarled.
Also, it should be noted that the Cockalier with a Cavalier coat will have a moderate shedding.
Temperament and Personality
Affectionate and loyal
These dogs bond deeply with their owners.🐾
Playful and fun-loving
Cockaliers enjoy games, toys, and interaction.🐾
Intelligent and eager to please
They respond well to training and learn commands quickly. 🐾
Good with children and pets
Their gentle nature makes them wonderful family dogs. 🐾
The Cockalier breed is known for being easy-going and having a disposition that is sweet.
They are also well known for being easily trained.
For the most part, they get along well with children and make good family pets.
They also get along well with other animals in the home as well.
Their intelligence allows them to be quick learners and they typically have a strong desire to please their owners.
This is a very loyal dog that does not usually display any signs of aggression.
The smaller breed dogs should be supervised when playing with young children because they may be easily injured by energetic play.
01.
Training
Early, positive reinforcement methods work best. They typically house-train quickly but may need more frequent potty breaks due to their smaller bladder size.
02.
Exercise
Moderate activity needs. Daily walks, interactive play sessions, and toys like balls or ropes help keep them mentally and physically stimulated.
03.
Hunting instinct
Some Cockaliers inherit the Cocker’s strong prey drive and may chase squirrels, rabbits, or birds. A secure leash or fenced yard is recommended.
Exercise Needs
These dogs do love to play and should be provided with ample opportunity to play, especially with balls and ropes which they can tug on.
The best environment for the Cockalier is one in which they will have plenty of space in which to run and play.
While this breed can do well in an apartment, the owner will need to make sure that they provide plenty of opportunities for playing and exercising.
When taking the Cockalier out for walks, it is important to realize that some dogs in this breed enjoy hunting small game so they are known to give chase when they encounter small game such as squirrels and rabbits.
Potty Training
Potty training is usually very easy as long as you watch for signs, take your puppy outside regularly, and reward them with praise and healthy treats such as fruits and vegetables.
History
One exception was the strain of red and white Toy Spaniels that was bred at Blenheim Palace by various Dukes of Marlborough.
In the early days, there were no dog shows and no recognized breed standard, so both type and size varied.
With little transport available, one can readily believe that breeding was carried out in a most haphazard way.
By the mid-nineteenth century, England took up dog breeding and dog showing seriously.
Many breeds were developed and others altered.
This brought a new fashion to the Toy Spaniel – dogs with the completely flat face, undershot jaw, domed skull with long, low set ears and large, round frontal eyes of the modern King Charles Spaniel (also called “Charlies” and known in the United States today as the English Toy Spaniel).
As a result of this new fashion, the King Charles Spaniel of the type seen in the early paintings became almost extinct.
Revival of the Breed
It was at this stage that an American, Roswell Eldridge, began to search in England for foundation stock for Toy Spaniels that resembled those in the old paintings, including Sir Edwin Landseer’s “The Cavalier’s Pets.”
All he could find were the short-faced Charlies.
Eldridge persisted, persuading the Kennel Club in 1926 to allow him to offer prizes for five years at Crufts Dog Show.
The following is a quotation taken from Crufts’ catalog:
“As shown in the pictures of King Charles II’s time, long face no stop, flat skull, not inclined to be domed and with the spot in the center of the skull”
and the prizes to go to the nearest to the type described.
No one among the King Charles breeders took this challenge very seriously as they had worked hard for years to do away with the long nose.
Gradually, as the big prizes came to an end, only people really interested in reviving the dogs as they once had been were left to carry on the breeding experiment.
At the end of five years little had been achieved, and the Kennel Club was of the opinion that the dogs were not in sufficient numbers, nor of a single type, to merit a breed registration separate from the Charlies.
🐶 The Charmed Onz Family
Meet the wonderful dogs that make up our extended family. Each one is raised with love, care, and affection, bringing joy to our home and to the families who welcome their puppies into theirs. 🐾❤️
Dogs available for adoption
Find your perfect furry companion from our healthy, loving, and well-socialized dogs ready for their forever homes.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Loving, gentle, and affectionate companions known for their friendly nature and beautiful appearance.
- Male
- 4 Years
- Oakland, CA
American Cocker Spaniels
A charming mix of intelligence and affection, making an ideal family-friendly companion.
- Female
- 3 Years
- Menlo Park, CA
Frequently asked questions
- Complete the Application Form – Fill out our application so we can learn more about you and your family.
- Wait for a Litter – We do not accept deposits before puppies are born.
- Receive Puppy Updates – Once a litter arrives, we send photos and details including color, sex, and weight to families on our waiting list.
- Choose Your Puppy – Take your time to select the puppy that is the perfect fit for your family.
- Reserve Your Puppy – The first family to contact us after receiving the litter announcement can reserve their chosen puppy and arrange the deposit.
This follows exactly what your client explained: no deposits before birth, photos are shared after the litter arrives, and reservations are made on a first-to-call basis.
We work with two trusted road transport companies that specialize in safely transporting puppies. Your puppy will receive a final veterinary examination before travel to ensure they are healthy and ready for the journey.
If you are unable to pick up your puppy, we will arrange transportation on your behalf or meet you at a nearby airport if needed. We do not ship puppies by air, as we believe road transportation provides a safer and less stressful experience for our babies.
Our purebred Cavalier King Charles and American Cocker Spaniel puppies come with AKC registration paperwork. Cockaliers are crossbreeds and are not AKC registered.
Each puppy goes home with a starter kit, vet records, vaccination history, deworming records, a blanket with the litter’s scent, and lifetime breeder support.
Our puppies are 100% healthy when they leave for their forever homes. Before going home, each puppy:
- Receives a complete veterinary health examination.
- Gets their first age-appropriate vaccinations.
- Is dewormed every two weeks from birth until they go home.
- Is carefully monitored to ensure they are healthy, happy, and ready to join their new family.
Rather than offering a traditional health guarantee, we focus on providing the highest level of care, health checks, and honesty to ensure every puppy gets the best possible start in life.
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The photographs on this page are of past Cockaliers.
If you are interested in one of our Cockaliers please either fill in an application or contact us for more information.