The English Toy Spaniel, or Charlie, has distinct and exclusive tastes in people. To be loved by such a dog is an experience that is intimate. This dog is more likely to choose their owner than to love everyone. It will always have a loved one whom it prefers. Once you have the confidence of this dog, it will be your friend for life!

The Charlie is a happy, gentle, playful, sweet, and loving dog. It can occasionally be timid. If it is approached with great affection, it will be very social with those people. It is a dog that has a great need to be with lots of people. It is exclusively considered to be a companion type of dog.

The English Toy Spaniel will usually do very well with children. However, they prefer a more reserved and older child. They do not like lots of excitement and ruckus. They will be very protective of any child they deem part of the family. They can be extremely protective of their owners as well as their own space. They can be a very good watchdog for one so little! What they lack in size, they make up for in spirit and determination!

The Charlie is an intelligent dog and is naturally well-behaved. They are a quiet dog that needs to be treated in a gentle manner. They are generally friendly to other dogs and are even known to like cats!

The English Toy Spaniel can sometimes be mischievous in their demeanor. They can be little show-offs and clowns. Their unexpected antics can bring great entertainment. The English Toy Spaniel can almost seem desperate at times to gain the attention of their owner. They can be very willing to please their owners, but can be stubborn and willful at times. They are almost childlike in their demeanor.

The English Toy Spaniel will be most at home when it is being pampered by its owner. One of its favorite places is in the lap of its owner snuggling and cuddling. It adores attention and loves to return what it deems as most valuable. It is a merry and affectionate animal.

The English Toy Spaniel was known to charm its way all throughout history. It has been favored by many Royal Courts as well as been the subject of many different paintings. This dog is aristocratic in nature. It has long been a favorite of the ladies of the court. It has been held in high regard for its gentle temperament and quiet nature. The hallmarks of this breed are its sweetness of temper, gaiety, and a devotion to its owner that is unyielding and undying. This dog has been seen as enchanting with its lovable disposition and handsome appearance.

The Charlie has been widely known as gentle and have even been called "comforters". They are used to being held in high regard and will do the same for those who bestow love and affection their way. They are truly a loyal and devoted friend. They are to be considered a lifelong friend.