A Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a cute, playful and energetic dog. To keep him this way, he needs a healthy lifestyle to be physically fit just as we humans need to keep us going.

A combination of good food, exercise, love and attention from their owners is what a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel needs. It does not take a lot of money for you to give your puppy everything he needs. Your care and attention is more than enough for him to become healthy in mind and body.

The very first basic need of a dog is food. But feeding your dog does not just stop in giving him any food at hand. Nourish him with a high-quality, well-balanced nutritious diet packed with natural ingredients. Veterinarians recommend a dog’s diet be nearly 40% meat or protein, 50% vegetables and 10% carbohydrates.

Spending a little more on a more nutritious brand of dog food will ensure long-term health benefits for your pet. Before buying food for your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, check out the ingredients listed in your dog’s food. See to it that protein sources such as lamb, chicken, or venison, are listed in the top five ingredients. Whole grain and low-fat dog food are also good for dogs.

Regular exercise is the second basic need of a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel for a healthy lifestyle. Dogs do not have the ability to understand the positive benefits of exercise so it is all up to you to maintain your pet's proper physical shape. If there is any doubt or hesitation on how much exercise should your dog get, ask your veterinarian for his recommendation.

A 10 – 15 minute walk around your neighborhood or a nearby park is the easiest way to keep him healthy. This can also help a dog calm down before bedtime or be a great start to a day. And if your Cavalier is the social type, take your dog out for a swim during the summer months or consider taking him to a dog park for a game of fetch.

Providing a loving, regular attention is the third basic need of a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. This is oftentimes the most crucial of all the three basic needs because keeping a dog happy is not easy. Some dog experts found out that a dog that has not been socializing in a caring, trustworthy environment as he reaches sexual maturity may never have a close, trusting relationship with people or other animals.

As you walk your dog, throw a ball around together or simply curl up together on the couch. This well-spent time being together will wash away all the loneliness and aggression that your dog might have.

These three basic needs of a dog will be more fruitful if you do it yourself. Be sure to give your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel all the things he needs to keep him happy and healthy. A nutritious diet, regular exercise, time and attention, and regular veterinary visits will keep your dog happy throughout its life.