English Springer Spaniel
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English Springer Spaniels are natural-born hunting dogs and are named for their instincts to “spring” at game to flush it for their hunting partner. They are naturally great hunting partners but are also incredible companions and family dogs, as long as they are accustomed to children from a young age. If you are looking for an apartment dog who can do well in smaller spaces and doesn’t mind spending a couple of hours alone, an English Springer may not be the dog for you. They are incredibly social and can develop behavioral issues if not properly socialized. They’re also very vocal dogs and will let you know if they are unhappy with something.
Over the last 70 years, this breed has been divided into 2 categories: Feild Springer Spaniels and Show Springer Spaniels. If you are looking to adopt a Springer Spaniel, make sure you’re well informed on the difference before choosing your pup. Although they both need quite a bit of exercise if you are looking for a companion family dog, a Feild Springer might have more energy than you’re looking for. If what you’re looking for is a hunting partner and a working dog, then the Show Springer might not have the drive that you’re looking for.
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English Springer Spaniels are natural-born hunting dogs and are named for their instincts to “spring” at game to flush it for their hunting partner. They are naturally great hunting partners but are also incredible companions and family dogs, as long as they are accustomed to children from a young age. If you are looking for an apartment dog who can do well in smaller spaces and doesn’t mind spending a couple of hours alone, an English Springer may not be the dog for you. They are incredibly social and can develop behavioral issues if not properly socialized. They’re also very vocal dogs and will let you know if they are unhappy with something.
Over the last 70 years, this breed has been divided into 2 categories: Feild Springer Spaniels and Show Springer Spaniels. If you are looking to adopt a Springer Spaniel, make sure you’re well informed on the difference before choosing your pup. Although they both need quite a bit of exercise if you are looking for a companion family dog, a Feild Springer might have more energy than you’re looking for. If what you’re looking for is a hunting partner and a working dog, then the Show Springer might not have the drive that you’re looking for.
This breed is quick to learn, extremely intelligent, and social and their goal is to please their owner so training them may be easier than some other breeds. Gentle correction is always the best option, and starting from a young age is the best way to ensure a well-adjusted adult. Springers don’t do well on their own for long periods of time and may develop undesirable habits if they are left alone for extended periods of time.
English Springer Spaniels tend to be on the healthier end of the spectrum and live 12 to 14 years, but like all breeds, there are multiple conditions that they are more susceptible to. Conditions to be aware of are Hip Dysplasia, Retinal Dysplasia, Entropion, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, and Phosphofructokinase Deficiency. They should also be checked regularly for ear infections or signs of irritation.
Springers are relatively low maintenance when it comes to grooming. They need to be brushed weekly to avoid matting and remove dirt. You can trim them at home or take them to a professional groomer and the areas that generally need to be trimmed up are the feet, around the neck and head, and under the tail. Just like all breeds, be sure to trim their nails once a month.
English Springers are an active breed and need a lot of daily exercise and playtime. If the owner is intentional about providing proper exercise they can adjust to living in a small house or apartment, but a big house with a fenced-in backyard is ideal for these active pups. Because of their high intelligence, they need mental activities as well as physical. Long obedience sessions or tracking and agility training would be helpful in having a well-rounded healthy Springer.
Female Springer Spaniels should weigh roughly 40 pounds and measure 19 inches at the top of the shoulder. Males, are a bit bigger and can weigh around 50 pounds, and are 20 inches tall at the top of the shoulder.
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