| Breed:
English Springer Spaniel |
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Breeds |
 English
Springer Spaniels were initially imported into the United
States in 1907. However, it wasn't until 1910 that the first
Springer was formally registered by the American Kennel Club.
Later, in 1922, Samuel G. Allen founded the English Springer
Spaniel Field Trail Association. Today, as then, Springer
Spaniels are known for their superb hunting skills and loving
temperments.
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| Height: |
Male: around 20", Female: around 19" |
| Weight: |
Males:
about 50 lbs., Females: around 40 lbs. |
| Temperament: |
Springers
are cheerful dogs with a sense of humer. They are affectionate
and noisy with intruders. However, they would probably follow
a robber home if you give a treat and a few pets on the head.
Springers are "reactors," but are unlikely to bark
without a reason. While Springers make excellent house-pets,
they are also fine hunters and companions. |
| Color(s): |
One
of the easiest ways to distinguish the Springer from other Spaniels
is by the color of the coat. Typical Springer colors include
combinations of liver and white or black and white, or a mix
of all three. |
| Grooming: |
If
excessive shedding occurs, a brush through the coat once daily
should do the trick. Otherwise once per week is sufficient to
maintain a tangle-free pup. Clipping for pet/field dogs can
be confined to the inside of the ears and around the tail. Nails
should be trimmed often. |
| Coat(s): |
The
Springer has an outer coat and under coat. The outer coat can
be either wavy or straight. It is very soft. Paired with the
undercoat, the two coats form a waterproof, weatherproof and
thornproof layer. Springers also have an abundance of feathers
on their legs and underbelly, as well as the ears. When, well-groomed,
the Springer is a truly beautiful dog. |
| With
Children: |
Good,
although a puppy may be too much for a small child. |
| With
Pets: |
Good
with other pets. |
| Training: |
Springers
are eager to please and love a thrill. But beware; they are
prone to get into trouble if they do not know their boundaries,
or those boundaries are not enforced. |
| Exercise: |
Most Springers can thrive with only moderate exercise, though
some Springers are high-energy dogs and need more activity.
So, while Springers may prefer the freedom of five acres and
their own pond, most can thrive in a city setting. After Springer
puppies mature, a good exercise routine would include brisk
walks, bicycling, or ball-chasing. |
| Health
Issues: |
As with any breed of Spaniel, Springers are prone to repeated
ear infections, so make sure to clean your dogs' ears at least
once a week. Hip displasia is a potential risk for this breed.
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| Housing: |
All dogs love roaming areas however many are happiest when closest
to human life. Therefore though Springers can be quite content
in an apartment, a bigger house can welcome more Springers!
|
| Life
Span: |
12
- 14 years |
| Country
of Origin: |
England |
| Conformation
Group: |
Sporting
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