English Springer Spaniel

The English Springer Spaniel has the typical "eager to please" temperament of Spaniels in general.

Springers are happy and loving dogs who adore their family and prefer to stay near their owners.

They make wonderful indoor pets, but they need daily activity, routine brushing, and trimming to maintain their coats tidy and mat-free.

The English Springer Spaniel has the typical "eager to please" temperament of Spaniels in general. Springers are happy and loving dogs who adore their family and prefer to stay near their owners. They make wonderful indoor pets, but they need daily activity, routine brushing, and trimming to maintain their coats tidy and mat-free.

Breed facts

Size-4 to 7,5 kg

Temperament-calm and friendly with a playful personality

Grooming-they need to be groomed frequently due to their long, double coat that mats easily

Behavior with children-they get along very well with children and babies due to their kind, friendly, and fun personality

Health Concerns-Brachycephaly-it is a malformation of the skull due to their breeding; heart disease, eye issues (caused by eye irritations and excess discharge); hair issues (they don't have fur, they have long hair with can tangle easily); ear issues( ear infections); skin sensitivity (allergies) and they also might develop a stomach sensibility due to their selective appetite

Life expectancy-10 to 16 years (the oldest recorded Shih Tzu has lived 23 years)

Breed facts

Size

18 to 23 kg

Temperament

A typical Springer is sociable, eager to please, quick to learn fast, and obedient. They shouldn't be hostile or timid.

There have been complaints of violence, extreme shyness, and separation anxiety in the breed in recent years.

These undesirable features can be the result of inadequate breeding.

As with any breed of dog, it's crucial to investigate breeders and select those who temperamentally and genetically test their breeding stock. Springers require early training and socializing.

Grooming

Companion Springer Spaniels just need to be brushed several times each week and bathed and trimmed as little as once every several months.

Springer Spaniels should only require bathing around once every two to three months; this should leave them with a lustrous, light-colored coat that smells fresh.

To get rid of any mats or dead hair, give your Springer a good brushing first. You should begin clipping your Springer Spaniel's coat once they are six months old to ensure that it keeps its natural shape and continues to look excellent.

Behavior with children and other pets

They make excellent family dogs and get along well with both kids and other dogs, though they might not get along with cats as well.

English Springers like to interact with people frequently and get bored (and occasionally destructive) if left alone for long periods of time.

Given that they were developed to chase birds, they may mistake them for prey. To prevent them from harming one another, keep them apart.

Health concerns

Although English Springer Spaniels are typically healthy dogs, there are a few health and genetic screening issues that are particular to the breed.

Elbow and hip dysplasia as well as vision issues are disorders that can occasionally be found in the breed.It is recommended that they get checked for illnesses that the breed may be predisposed to.

The teeth must be washed frequently with toothpaste made for dogs, and the ears of the Springer should be constantly examined for indications of illness.

Life expectancy

12 to 14 years

The severe dominant aggression sometimes known as "Springer Rage," is suspected to be a type of epilepsy.

With this disorder, English Springer Spaniels frequently attack their owners during moments of severe aggression.

Anti-seizure medications may benefit affected dogs, but they should never be used for breeding.

Breed facts

Size

18 to 23 kg

Temperament

A typical Springer is sociable, eager to please, quick to learn fast, and obedient. They shouldn't be hostile or timid. There have been complaints of violence, extreme shyness, and separation anxiety in the breed in recent years. These undesirable features can be the result of inadequate breeding. As with any breed of dog, it's crucial to investigate breeders and select those who temperamentally and genetically test their breeding stock. Springers require early training and socializing.

Grooming

Companion Springer Spaniels just need to be brushed several times each week and bathed and trimmed as little as once every several months. Springer Spaniels should only require bathing around once every two to three months; this should leave them with a lustrous, light-colored coat that smells fresh. To get rid of any mats or dead hair, give your Springer a good brushing first. You should begin clipping your Springer Spaniel's coat once they are six months old to ensure that it keeps its natural shape and continues to look excellent.

Behavior with children and other pets

They make excellent family dogs and get along well with both kids and other dogs, though they might not get along with cats as well. English Springers like to interact with people frequently and get bored (and occasionally destructive) if left alone for long periods of time.

Given that they were developed to chase birds, they may mistake them for prey. To prevent them from harming one another, keep them apart.

Health concerns

Although English Springer Spaniels are typically healthy dogs, there are a few health and genetic screening issues that are particular to the breed. Elbow and hip dysplasia as well as vision issues are disorders that can occasionally be found in the breed. Breeders who are responsible will check their stock for illnesses that the breed may be predisposed to. The teeth must be washed frequently with toothpaste made for dogs, and the ears of the Springer should be constantly examined for indications of illness.

Life expectancy

12 to 14 years

The severe dominant aggression sometimes known as "Springer Rage," is suspected to be a type of epilepsy. With this disorder, English Springer Spaniels frequently attack their owners during moments of severe aggression. Anti-seizure medications may benefit affected dogs, but they should never be used for breeding.