Meet the English Springer Spaniel
Best Fur Friend

Best Fur Friend

High Doggy I.Q.

High Doggy I.Q.

Best Workout Buddy

Best Workout Buddy

Looking for a friendly, high-energy family dog with beauty and brains? I’m the breed for you! We English Springer Spaniels are a great choice for an active family with kids and other pets (not birds, though – I was bred to hunt game birds and my instincts are strong). Since I love my humans so much, I get bad separation anxiety when I’m not with you and want to be by your side 24/7. I’m a smarty paws and eager to please you so I’m easy to train. If you’ve got little kids, we’ll grow up to be besties – just introduce us as early as possible so we can learn how to play with each other safely! My furbulous looks need a little extra TLC, especially the feathering around my ears and legs which tangles easily (you may want to use a groomer). My floppy ears are adorable but I need my humans to keep them clean so I don’t get ear infections! I’m an active dog and love all types of play – long walks, swimming, and fetch are my favorites – but as long as you have the energy (and outdoor space) to keep up with me, I’ll be happy no matter what we do.
My Many Looks

My Many Looks

 My Breed Characteristics

My Breed Characteristics

 Furbulous Fact

Furbulous Fact

 As I Grow Up

As I Grow Up

 History of My Breed

History of My Breed

 Care Tips

Care Tips

 Training Tips

Training Tips
关于我

Personality

Affectionate

Fun-Loving

Obedient

Group

Sporting Group

Origin

England

Life Span

12-14 Years

Breed Popularity

#26 of 195

Height Range

19-20 Inches

Weight Range

40-50 Lbs

Coat Details

Type

Medium-Length

Texture

Wavy or Flat Top Coat with Dense Undercoat

Features

Double Coat; Feathering; Water-Repellant

Colors

Black & White; Black, White & Tan; Liver & White; Liver, White & Tan

Hypoallergenic

Cost to Buy

$600-$1,200

Lifetime Care Cost

$20,975

My Many Looks

My Many Looks

Black & White

Black, White & Tan

Liver Roan

White & Tan
My Breed Characteristics

My Breed Characteristics

Training Ability：
Intelligence：
Exercise Needs：
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Pet-Friendly：
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Furbulous Fact

Furbulous Fact

Even though English Springer Spaniels didn’t officially become their own breed until the early 20th century, we have been making history for centuries! Famous Scottish knight William Wallace (aka Braveheart) had a spaniel named Merlin. When he rode into battle during the First War of Scottish Independence, Merlin was by his side and helped him defeat the English army in the Battle of Sterling Bridge in 1297! It would be many years before us English Springer Spaniels became our own breed, but the humans believe that Merlin was definitely one of my early ancestors.
As I Grow Up

As I Grow Up

We English Springer Spaniels age pretty gracefully. Here are a few key milestones in my growth and development to be aware of as I grow up from a pupper, to an adult, to a senior!
Puppy 4-12 Months
I need early socialization & obedience training so I can learn how to channel my energy properly! (Just make sure I’ve had all my vaccines first, pawlease)!
Adult 1-1.5 Years
I have a very high energy level and need at least an hour of daily exercise in order to stay happy & healthy.
Senior 10-11 Years
I’m prone to joint problems so switch to a senior-friendly dog food so I can maintain a healthy weight.
History of My Breed

History of My Breed

We spaniels are some of the oldest dog breeds in the world! Like our name suggests, the humans believe that we originally came from Spain and traveled to England with the Romans. It took centuries for us English Springer Spaniels to develop but my earliest ancestors were skilled hunting dogs, too! Before guns were invented, humans needed dogs like us to help them on the hunt and early spaniel breeds had specialized skills to assist them. Some of us were better in the water and some of us thrived on land, and the land-loving spaniels had different specialties, too! Some, like me, were best at springing (hence my name), which is when a dog flushes game out of cover into the open. Before guns, they would use falcons, bows, or nets to catch game birds. The first evidence of dogs that looked similar to our breed come from paintings in the 16th and 17th centuries, which depicted dogs with our signature docked tails. The 17th century also saw the invention of the gun, which is when my ancesto
Care Tips

Care Tips

from Dr. Jessica Greenberg, Associate Veterinarian
1

Purchase from a responsible breeder.

While English Springer Spaniels can be very healthy, this breed is susceptible to certain heritable joint disorders, including hip and elbow dysplasia, which can cause pain and loss of mobility. In addition to heritable joint conditions, some English Springers are also predisposed to a variety of genetic eye conditions that can cause blindness. Avoid heartbreak and veterinary expenses by purchasing puppies from responsible breeders who only breed dogs that are free of heritable disorders and provide health guarantee against heritable conditions.

2

Inspect their ears regularly.

English Springer Spaniels are known to have problems with ear infections due to the pendulous nature of their ears. Some English Springers also have problems with skin allergies that can result in ear infections. Inspect your dog’s ears regularly, and if any signs of infection are noted (redness, odor, discharge, excessive scratching or rubbing of ears) call your veterinarian. Place cotton balls in your dog’s ears during baths to prevent the ears from getting wet. If your English Springer’s ears get wet, instill a couple of drops of 1:1 solution of rubbing alcohol and white vinegar to dry and acidify the ears.

3

Start training and socialization early.

Some English Springers suffer from temperament issues, including ‘Springer rage’, an aggression Disorder. Provide daily training and socialization for your puppy, and start early. If your dog or puppy exhibits any problems with behavior, consult with a qualified professional.

Training Tips

Training Tips

from Dr. Jessica Greenberg, Associate Veterinarian
1

Be wary of their potential for aggressive behavior.

English Springer Spaniels can have aggression toward other dogs and people, so it’s important to socialize them early and often. Make sure they don’t hyperbond to just one family member, give them a robust community of people and animals to interact with. If they exhibit any aggressive behavior, don’t fuss over it, just quietly remove them from the situation. Soon, they’ll learn they leave the fun social times if they growl or act standoff-ish, but if they stick it out they get attention and treats.

2

Don’t encourage guarding behavior.

English Springer Spaniels are prone to guarding behavior, which increases anxiety. To reduce this, make sure that you take their food away after twenty minutes, even if they haven’t finished eating it. If food lingers in the bowl, they’ll start “protecting” it. By taking it away, you communicate that the food is yours – and not their responsibility at all.

3

Manage their destructive behavior.

This breed is known for being a destroyer of socks and shoes. Keep your clothes tidy and control their access to toys to help tone down their destructive impulses. Giving them plenty of exercise and keeping them tuckered out can also assist on this front.

My Many Looks

My Many Looks

 My Breed Characteristics

My Breed Characteristics

 Furbulous Fact

Furbulous Fact

 As I Grow Up

As I Grow Up

 History of My Breed

History of My Breed

 Care Tips

Care Tips

 Training Tips

Training Tips
关于我

  • Personality

    Affectionate

    Fun-Loving

    Obedient

  • Group

    Sporting Group

  • Origin

    England

  • Life Span

    12-14 Years

  • Breed Popularity

    #26 of 195

  • Height Range

    19-20 Inches

  • Weight Range

    40-50 Lbs

  • 动物皮毛

    Type

    Medium-Length

    Texture

    Wavy or Flat Top Coat with Dense Undercoat

    Features

    Double Coat; Feathering; Water-Repellant

    Colors

    Black & White; Black, White & Tan; Liver & White; Liver, White & Tan

  • Hypoallergenic

  • Cost to Buy

    $600-$1,200

  • Lifetime Care Cost

    $20,975