Xeno is a very special dog. At 9 weeks he was able to learn “sit” in under 30 seconds. Also “stay” in about the same time. He is as smart as any Dog any of us have had and he is the most trainable dog we have encountered. He is much more athletic than the average Cavalier and when conditioned enjoys hiking for hours and hours. He is very responsive even without a leash, which he rarely needs. His recall (coming when called) is excellent. He lives and dies to retrieve (play fetch) which he has learned to handle to a high degree (only retrieving if told to and when told to and in the direction indicated. He also heels even off leash and can carry things for you if told to. He LOVES to be trained. And to have a job to do. He is exceedingly affectionate and attentive with a very strong bond to the humans in his family. He senses your emotions better than the average human and tries to console you when you are sad. He is a unique dog, but fortunately puppies sired by him tend to also be quite smart and very social. We love him. Wonderful dog bred by Nine Mile Cavaliers.