Cav-A-Mo

While there is little documented information on the Cav-a-Mo hybrid itself, one can still learn much about this curious and affectionate dog by studying the parent breeds. A stunning white dog, the American Eskimo descended from the Northern Spitz breed (and later others were added, such as the Keeshond) and was a valuable helpmate on the farm as well as a guardian of property. Formerly called the American Spitz, the name change to American Eskimo is thought to be related to the kennels where much of the breeding was done. This lively and inquisitive canine was accepted into the American Kennel Club in 1994. With an appearance that was quite varied from what we see today, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, a descendant of the Toy Spaniel, is thought to have roots in Italy, Malta, and the far East. The look of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel was not standardized until the 1920's - the face and muzzle in particular are more defined and less flat or "pushed in" as they were in the days that this dog roamed and ruled the courts of King Charles I and II, both of whom adored the breed, eventually giving it their name.