English Springer Spaniel

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Size: Medium to Large
Other Names: Springer
Country of Origin: England
Accreditation:
American Kennel Club (AKC): Sporting
Canadian Kennel Club (CKC): Sporting
United Kennel Club (UKC): Gun Dog
Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC): Gun Dogs
The Kennel Club (KC): Gun Dogs
Kennel Union of Southern Africa (KUSA): Gun Dogs
National Kennel Club (NKC): Recognized
New Zealand Kennel Club (NZKC): Gun Dogs

The English Springer Spaniel represents perhaps the greatest divergence between working and show lines of any breed of dog. A field-bred dog and a show-bred dog appear to be different breeds, but are registered together. In fact, the gene pools are almost completely segregated and have been for at least 70 years. A field bred dog would not be even remotely competitive in a modern dog show while a show dog would be unlikely to have the speed or stamina to succeed in a field trial. Field-bred dogs tend to have shorter, coarser coats than the show-bred dogs. Their ears are less pendulous. Field-bred dogs are wiry and have more of a feral look than those bred for showing. Field-bred dogs are generally selected for nose, hunting ability, and response to training rather than appearance. Show dogs have longer fur and more pendant ears, dewlaps and dangling flews. The tail is docked to a short stub in those countries that permit docking. They are generally more thickly boned and heavier than field-bred Springers.

A medium flushing spaniel for a household that will walk and train him; coat care is regular, energy is high, and a still apartment is a poor plan.

The English Springer Spaniel is a breed of gun dog traditionally used for flushing and retrieving game. Before guns were used to shoot game, the land spaniel would "spring", or flush, the game bird into the air, where a trained falcon or hawk would bring it to the handler. As the shotgun replaced the bird of prey for the hunter, the English Springer Spaniel continued to serve as a hunting companion.

Height: Male: 18-20 inches; Female: 17-19 inches
Weight: Male: 50-55 pounds; Female: 35-45 pounds
Color: Black or liver with white markings; predominantly white with black or liver markings; blue or liver roan; tricolor (black and white or liver and white with tan markings)
Coat: Course; field dogs have short coats; show dogs have longer fur
Lifespan: 12–14 years
Litter size: 6–8 puppies

Temperament

English Springer Spaniels are energetic, cheerful, happy playful animals, and are affectionate family dogs. With proper socialization, the Springer is good with children. A well-exercised Spring is easy-going. His alertness and attentiveness make him the ideal hunting companion. Generally, the Springer is good with other pets, such as cats and other small animals. However, due to his natural hunting instinct, without additional training, the Springer may not be suitable for homes with pet birds.

Training

Most Springer Spaniels are eager to please, quick to learn, and willing to obey. Socialization with children and other animals should occur as soon as possible.

Care and grooming

Like all dogs the Springer Spaniel needs regular exercise, which can be accomplished through daily walks. Springers that are prone to ear infections individuals have their ear canals cleaned weekly. Keeping the hair trimmed around the ear can also help.

Shedding

Moderate.

Health

English Springer Spaniels may be prone to ear infections, hip dysplasia, and phosphofructokinase deficiency in some lines. Keep ears clean and ask breeders about health tests.

Crosses that include the English Springer Spaniel

These hybrid pages list this breed as a parent. Open a name to see the other contributing breed.

Border Springer

Boxspring

Cluminger Spaniel

English Bull Springer

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