Mandy Mulligan, a Cavalier Breeder and member of Cavaliers of the Northeast hosted a Fun Match at her home in Leonardtown Maryland last Weekend. It's not too often that this Dog Club has events this close to my home in Maryland, so I was very anxious to go.
I've only seen 4 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels (other than my own) in person. Out of the 4 other dogs I've seen 2 were Blenhiems (red and white colored) and 2 were Tricolors (black and white with tan points) I've always wanted to see the other two types of dogs, "Black and Tan" and the "Ruby" (all Red), in person. I've also never been to an all Cavalier event or show.
It was a beautiful day last Saturday and in only about an hours drive from DC my dog Charlie and I were at Mandy's beautiful property in Southern Maryland. There were Cavaliers galore there! Lots of them of all colors and ages. 
There was also a lot of real "Southern Maryland Hospitality" going on here! A big tent was set up with all this homemade food, snacks and desserts, including a Southern Maryland STUFFED HAM!! When you see this local delicacy - You know you are in the Saint Mary's County part of Southern, Maryland. There was also plenty of water and doggie treats.
We watched the other dogs compete with their handlers in several classes. I met tons of Cavalier Breeders and owners there. One of the breeders was kind enough to lend me a costume for Charlie (I didn't bring one) so he could be in the Halloween parade/contest. We had a blast and I can't wait until this event comes again next year! 
After leaving this show I have this crazy idea that I'd like to have all 4 colors of Cavaliers so I can name them:
Charles (my current Blenhiem Charlie),
Diana - (a Tri Color - she will be called Dixie for short)
William (a Black and Tan - he will be called Wills for short)
and Harry (a Ruby color).
I love this breed of dog and since I went to this show and fun match, I have a new appreciation for them. Any other Cavalier owners out there? I've heard that once you have one you are hooked forever and they say you "can't have just one". Now I know it's true.
OMG, just look at that cute little face!
Thank you for sharing this post. The dogs are angels. I lost my "baby" last year and have yet to find the heart to get another one, but when I do, I want a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. I will know her when I see her.
Oh Debbie: This is precious. I love all spaniels especially cocker spaniels. I have a black cocker and she is now 13 years old. She has been the greatest dog ayone could ever want. Meet Boopi. She doesn't look much like a cocker because I had her hair cut. She likes it better when the weather is hot. I love your post.
Ahhh Donna,
Boopi is precious! If I didn't know her age and see her white muzzle - I'd think she was a puppy.
I had a buff colored cocker named Kaydee for 13 years. She was an awesome dog.
I think Spaniels are the best too! Whether they are cockers, springers, cavaliers, english, sussex, brittany, american water or boykin spaniels, that spaniel personality comes through every time.
Oh Yeah Lucy,
Cavaliers are share the bed, under the covers, right up next to you kind of creatures!
I want another one too! My dream is to have 4 of them! One of each type and name them after the Royal Family - Charles (my current blenheim Charlie) A Tri Color girl named Diana, A ruby boy named Harry and a Back and Tan named William (Wills for short)
My vet knows a lady that has one of each color!
Hi Debbie,
I love Cavalier Spaniels! My son & daughter in-law have a Cavalier named "Gabriel". What great dogs & they are so cute!!
I enjoyed your post!
Thank you!
Rita