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Springer Spaniel
Born in England, this former Norfolk Spaniel is now the full-fledged English Springer Spaniel. Whether he is used for hunting, family life or show, this magnificent specimen makes the happiness of many owners. His friendliness and joy of life are very communicative, and bring happiness to the family he particularly loves. He is a nice and beautiful dog to discover.
The English Springer Spaniel is friendly, affectionate, lively, cheerful, active and very sweet. He is an excellent hunting dog, appreciated by all the followers of this sport, but he is also a companion dog with many qualities.
Some specimens are strictly show dogs.
He is very sociable, and has no problem with children. He loves everyone, even other animals. He enjoys exercise and outdoor games.
He must be well educated because he is rather independent by nature.
This medium-sized dog has a fairly compact body. The English Springer Spaniel's body is harmonious, well proportioned and balanced, leaving an impression of cheerfulness and lightness.
His cheerful, lively and active expression is a beautiful characteristic of the breed.
Between 48 and 56 cm (18.90 to 22.05 inches) for the male
Between 46 and 51 cm (18.11 to 20.08 inches) for the female
Between 18 and 22 kg (39.68 to 48.50 pounds) for the male
Between 18 and 22 kg (39.68 to 48.50 pounds) for the female
His dress has the same colors as the Spaniels. White and black, white and liver, or these colors with tan patches, which are among the most popular.
His hair is smooth, thick and adherent, and is very weather resistant.
His head is quite wide and has a well marked stop. His almond-shaped eyes are hazelnut, and are medium size, with a very soft expression.
His lobe shaped ears adhere very well to the head. They are broad and of good length. His well developed nose is in harmony with his coat. His tail, well feathered and very lively, is set low and should not be carried over the back.
According to the FCI breeds nomenclature, this breed belongs to group 8, section 2 and is #125
The English Springer Spaniel is a wonderful hunting dog, one of the oldest in Great Britain.
Robust and very rustic, he is excellent for retrieving game. Hunters greatly appreciate his talent.
He's in great need of exercise, and the city isn't quite right for him.
The large spaces suit him perfectly. He loves the countryside, where he can run as he pleases, and enjoy the fields to spend all his energy.
Wonderful hunter, he is also an excellent family dog. He is very easy to train, but his education will have to be firm, because he is a little bit resistant to orders.
A firm but gentle hand will be perfect for this dog who loves the outdoors, exercise and his owners above all.
He can live outside, but contact with his family must be constant. He must be able to go inside very often because human company is essential to him.
This robust dog is rarely sick. No particular pathology affects the breed.
This very hardy specimen generally enjoys excellent health and a long lifespan.
GROOMING
His dress needs to be brushed at least twice a week. His large, drooping ears require regular checking.
No other special care is required unless he is a show dog. Grooming will then be more specific, otherwise brushing and checking the ears will suffice.
Considered to be the ancestor of the Spaniels, except for the Clumber Spaniel, the English Springer Spaniel was used at the time to retrieve game for netting, greyhound and falcon.
His former name was "Norfolk Spaniel", but it was in 1990 that he received his current name of English Springer Spaniel.
Previously, Springers and Cockers were part of the same breed. They were differentiated only by size.
In 1902, the English Springer Spaniel was recognized as a breed in his own right. He was recognized by the Spaniel Club of England, and later by the English Kennel Club.
In 1910, the American Kennel Club received him in turn. His country of origin would be Great Britain.
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