What medical problems do Cavaliers have?
For the most part Cavaliers are quite healthy dogs. There are a few problems which are known to appear in the breed: umbilical hernias, these can be easily repaired when you spay/nueter your puppy, heart murmurs, cataracts, and Sublimating Patellas. Mistral Valve Heart Disease is something to ask the breeder about, as well. What kind of grooming is necessary for Cavaliers? The Cavalier does require regular grooming. A great deal of time and effort is not necessary if the dog is brushed and combed thoroughly at least once a week. Cavaliers do shed, particularly in spring and fall, but a little all the time. Nails should be clipped and the hair between the pads trimmed once a month. No other trimming is necessary (or allowed) in the show ring. The ideal brushes to use are the softer slicker brushes or a pin brush (not nylon or plastic) and a metal comb. Knots and tangles are kept to a minimum if the Cavalier is free of parasites and is combed out regularly. Brush out all knots and tangle
