AAAAAAND those are just the books from my previously prep list. I added these as well
PLUS, these ones specifically on Cavaliers
Anyone thinking of getting a puppy should really read PuppyPerfect by Sarah Hodgson. It was the reason that I thought "okay, maybe I can do this". It doesn't make it sound easy, but do-able and you can have a well mannered dog! It is all positive reinforcement, covers EVERYTHING, goes week by week what to focus on, what the puppy can handle. Fantastic!
Another great book is Dialogues with Dogs by Dr. Bruce Fogle. It's not so much a training book but more of a dog psychology book to help you understand the history of dogs and how they interpret things. I read it in an afternoon, it was fascinating. For instance, Boxers take the longest to reach emotional maturity (taking up to 3 years!) but Golden Retrievers (one of the most popular breeds!) are one of the earliest to reach maturity (as early as 1 year old). Many people find the adolescent period the hardest to deal with, so if you're looking to shorten it, go with a Golden.
For Cavalier lovers, the best book I have read is Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: Your Happy Healthy Pet by Norma Moffatt (an Ontario, Canada breeder). It was the easiest to read and had lots of tips and realistic advice, since she has been breeding Cavaliers for so long.
Next up, dog therapy training books! Whew!
