English Springer Spaniel

If you are looking for an affectionate companion in the family, the English Springer Spaniel is the best dog for you. It has lots of strong social skills and the whole family will enjoy. It loves to socialized, and a good example for the children too, as it is obedient and lovable.

This dog has lots of spirit and energy. It likes to frolic, exercise, and play with children. Most dogs are naturally boisterous, and can be very clingy to the children. It is advisable to have it trained whenever necessary to be independent.

These dogs like to be around with owners most times, and if it does not see people around among its family members can get bored, anxious, and destructive. It needs somebody who has time to take care of this pet. The good thing about this pet is it can be very loyal, to the children especially when they are raised with them. It is a natural sociable dog, and naturally reserved with strangers.

This pet is naturally loyal, devoted and has a protective attitude especially with the family it belongs too. It easily barks and makes lots of noise, whenever there is danger. Its attitude can be gentle, sweet, and intelligent in normal circumstances and get be with inexperienced dog owners.

This dog can weigh as much as forty (40) pounds for female English Springer Spaniel, and can be as much as (50) pounds for male English Springer Spaniel. The female English Springer Spaniel can grow as much as nineteen (19) and male can grow as much as (20)! Its coat is weather resistant. The coat may vary in color, like white and liver, black and white, or sometimes it can be tri-colored too. The coat is usually silky, close, and straight. This dog’s facial expression is sweet and makes it more unique with its long silky ears, framing the face just right.

Sprucing Up An English Springer Spaniel

Sprucing up an English Springer Spaniel can be taxing as its coat needs to be combed and brushed most times of the week, especially during shedding season. Its nails have to be clipped whenever it is needed. The bottoms hair must be trimmed and clipped to avoid deadly attacks of infection. Its ears have to be cleaned dry for cleanliness. This dog is characterized as “medium shedder” and can shed heavily when it is in season. This pet is not advisable for people who suffers allergy.

Health, Lifespan And Lineage

This dog can live as much as twelve (12) years, and it has health issues to face with like epilepsy, PRA, HD, SAS, vWD, retinal problems, glaucoma, and entropion. It also has some skin conditions, allergies, and thyroid problems. English Springer Spaniel parents carry with them CERF and OFA certificates.

This breed is known to be one of the ancient dogs in England. It is known to be the best dog for games during spring time. They are good hunters of pheasants, and thus the name Springer Spaniel. In 1910, it was registered with the AKC.

Quick Facts

Alias:	NA	Size:	Medium
Training:	High	Grooming:	Medium
Shedding:	Medium (seasonal)	Exercise:	Walking and running everyday
Energy:	Medium/High	Protection:	Makes an effective watchdog