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CATALOG OF BREEDS | COMPANION DOGS

Kyi Leo

HEIGHT 9–11in (23–28cm) Variety of colors
WEIGHT 9–13lb (4–6kg)
LIFE SPAN 13–15 years May have tan markings.

A playful, affectionate American breed that is gaining popularity, the Long hair
Kyi Leo is named after its parents: Kyi, Tibetan for “dog,” after its Lhasa Tail curls over covers eyes
back when alert
Apso parent from Tibet; and Leo, Latin for “lion,” after its Maltese
parent, which was once called the
Lion Dog. Suited to indoor
Body length
life, this alert dog makes exceeds
leg length
a good watchdog.

Long, thick,
silky coat

Heavily
Short feathered,
muzzle drop ears
with beard

Black
and white Rounded
feet with hair
between toes

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

HEIGHT 12–13in (30–33cm) Prince Charles (right)
WEIGHT 11–18lb (5–8kg) Ruby
LIFE SPAN Over 12 years White lozenge
mark on head
A relative of the English Toy Spaniel (opposite), ancestors of
this breed date back centuries. With large, dark eyes, a melting
expression, and an ever-wagging tail, the Cavalier King Charles
Spaniel is game, easy to train, and loves children—making it the Long, silky,
well feathered coat
perfect family pet. Its silky coat requires regular grooming. Blenheim with slight wave

High-set,
pendant ears
Short muzzle
King Charles

Feathering on
back of legs

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