english toy spaniel
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A little girl gently brushes her English toy spaniel on the living room floor.
Definition
Noun: 1. A breed of small spaniel: The English Toy Spaniel is a specific breed of toy dog, characterized by its compact size, long, silky coat, and distinctive head shape with a short, upturned muzzle and domed skull.
Usage
The term "English Toy Spaniel" is used as a proper noun to identify this specific breed. It is typically used in contexts related to dogs, breeds, pets, and dog shows. * We are considering getting an English Toy Spaniel because they are known to be gentle companion dogs. * The English Toy Spaniel in the ring has a beautifully groomed coat.
Advanced Usage
- The breed is often associated with royalty and nobility in British history.
- In dog show terminology, the breed standard for the English Toy Spaniel specifies precise requirements for its size, proportions, coat, and head shape.
Variants and Related Words
- King Charles Spaniel: This is a historical and sometimes still-used name for the same breed, though modern kennel clubs distinguish between the English Toy Spaniel and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel as separate breeds.
- Toy Spaniel: A more general category that includes the English Toy Spaniel and other small spaniel breeds.
Synonyms
- Companion Spaniel (descriptive)
- Toy Dog (general category)
Related Phrases
- Blenheim (marking/color): Refers to the red and white color pattern common in this breed.
- Ruby (marking/color): Refers to the solid red color variety of the English Toy Spaniel.
- Prince Charles (marking/color): Refers to the tricolor (black, white, tan) variety.
- King Charles (marking/color): Refers to the black and tan variety.
A little girl gently brushes her English toy spaniel on the living room floor.
Noun
- British breed having a long silky coat and rounded head with a short upturned muzzle