English Springer spaniels Dog Breed Information

Breed Description:
English Springer spaniels are earlier known as Norfolk spaniel. They are medium sized dogs and known since 1900. They are divided into two type of Springer i.e. the field breeder working springerand the show or bench bred Springer. Field bred Springer is used for hunt. These are generally small in size and compact dog. Their ears are smaller. They have white color on body and have black colored face with spots. Show breed Springer, they are generally used for shows .these dogs are generally heavy boned and strong. Life span ranges from 12 to 14 years for both male and female English Springer spaniels. Litter size ranges from 5 to 7 puppies. The group to which these dogs belong are sporting dog or gun dog. These dogs are available in color combination of liver and white, black and white and either the combination of tan on their eyes. Field dogs are white whereas show dogs are liver or black. The hair length is medium. and their body size is medium. English Springer spaniels male height is 19 to 20 inch and female height is 18 to 20 inch. English Springer spaniels male weight ranges from 45 to 55 pounds. Female English Springer spaniels weight ranges from 40 to 50 pounds. These dogs can live in both urban and rural areas.

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Breed History
This breed came to know in 1800’s. These dogs are divided into two groups in the mid twentieth century.

Nature of Breed:
These dogs are friendly sociable, playful and intelligent. These qualities make these dogs are excellent family dog. They have a good learning power. These dogs love children’s. Proper training and good breeding prevents aggression in the spaniel.

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