The English Springer Spaniel is a medium-sized sporting dog breed that originated in England as a hunting dog. They are known for their friendly, playful, and intelligent temperament and require a good amount of daily exercise.
Origin and Purpose
Developed in England as a hunting dog for flushing and retrieving game.
Originally used as a land spaniel before being split into show and field lines.
Appearance
Dimensions
Gender
Height
Weight
Female
19-20 inches
40-50 pounds
Male
20-22 inches
45-55 pounds
Coat
Attribute
Notes
Color
Liver and white
Black and white
Tricolor
Blue
Lemon
Orange
Type
Double coat
Dense
Weather-resistant
Length
Medium
Care
Attribute
Notes
Shedding
Moderate
Grooming
Regular, brushing several times a week
Drooling
Low
Body
Attribute
Notes
Head
Strong
Of medium size
Skull
Fairly broad, slightly rounded
Ears
Lobular, hanging close to the head
Eyes
Medium-sized
Oval shaped
Dark in colour
Nose
Liver or black, depending on coat color
Muzzle
Of medium length, strong
Teeth
Scissor bite
Neck
Moderately long, strong, and muscular
Forequarters
Well laid-back shoulders
Fore Legs
Straight, strong
Hindquarters
Well-muscled
Hind Legs
Straight, strong, with moderate angulation
Feet
Round, compact, well-padded
Tail
Set low
Carried horizontally
Gait
Smooth
Powerful
Effortless
Temperament
Friendly
Eager to please
Intelligent
Playful
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Attribute
Notes
Affectionate with Family
Very affectionate
Good with Children
Good
Good with Dogs
Good
Good with Cats
Good, if properly socialized
Openness to Strangers
Friendly
Playfulness Level
Very playful
Protective Nature
Not highly protective
Adaptability Level
Adaptable
Working Roles
Hunting
Flushing
Retrieving
Agility
Obedience
Tracking
Detection
Exercise Needs
High
Needs daily exercise
Health
Generally healthy
Hip dysplasia
Eye disorders
Autoimmune diseases
Epilepsy
Bloat
Additional Notes
Requires consistent training and early socialization
Can be prone to separation anxiety if left alone for too long.
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