A vet is warning the British public to educate themselves on the poor health of cavalier King Charles spaniels (CKCS), as the breed rises in popularity across the UK. According to a new study by Vita Animal Health, more than half of CKCS dog owners are unaware the breed has a 98 percent risk of developing heart disease.
Cardiology specialist vet, Dr Rachel James, explained: "Cavalier King Charles spaniels are in high demand and sell very quickly. They are a wonderful breed but sadly up to 50 percent of CKCS have evidence of heart disease by the time they are five, and if they live as long as ten years, nearly all dogs are affected.
