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Spangold Retriever Information & Dog Breed Facts

Collection of all the general dog breed info about Spangold Retriever so you can get to know the breed more.

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OriginEngland flagEngland Scotland flagScotland
Breed Type
What type of dog breed is it?
Cross Breed English Springer Spaniel and Golden Retriever mix

Spangold Retriever Size and Weight

Size
Is a Spangold Retriever small, medium or large dog?

How big do Spangold Retriever get?

What is the average size of a Spangold Retriever?

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Weight
How much does the Spangold Retriever weigh? How much should a Spangold Retriever weight? What is the normal weight of a Spangold Retriever? How much does a full-grown Spangold Retriever weight?
40-75 pounds (18-34 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Spangold Retriever?
57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height
How tall is the Spangold Retriever? Spangold Retriever height:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of a Spangold Retriever?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Spangold Retriever Price and Availability

Price
How much does the Spangold Retriever puppy cost? What is the price range of this puppy? What is the average price of a Spangold Retriever in the United States? How much money is a Spangold Retriever?

Where to buy a Spangold Retriever with a good pedigree?

$700-$800
If you choose to purchase the Spangold Retriever, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders’ sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Spangold Retriever for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Spangold Retriever gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Spangold Retriever? How many Spangold Retriever are there in the world?
Very frequent: The Spangold Retriever is quite easy to get. There is a risk of overbreeding, as it is an extremely popular breed.

Inbreeding is common because of its popularity. A new study suggests that inbreeding contributes to the incidence of disease and health problems.

So be careful, buy from a trustworthy place or kennel and seek the help of an experienced person, a professional, to make the right decision.

Spangold Retriever Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligent Rank
How smart is the Spangold Retriever? Is the Spangold Retriever breed dumb or smart?
Outstanding: Spangold Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. They desire to learn tricks and commands often. The limit is your creativity. They understand and memorize new commands in fewer than 5 repetitions. This breed obeys the first command 95% of the time or better.

The Spangold Retriever is one of the best breeds in the dog intelligence ranking.

Trainability
Are Spangold Retriever dogs easy to train? Do they go well on dog training? How hard is it to train a Spangold Retriever?
Spangold Retriever dogs are easy to train. They find out the association between commands and actions quite quickly.
Watchdog Ability
Is Spangold Retriever good as a watchdog? Are they alert at night?
Spangold Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. If they sense something different, they will alert you, but observation isn't considered their main job.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Do Spangold Retriever dogs have aggressive behavior to protect their home/house/territory? Do they have guarding instincts?
Spangold Retriever dogs are average defenders. Some dogs are very protective of their territory, while others easily let a stranger to trespass. This breed is not sure to defend its territory in every situation.

Spangold Retriever Personality and Temperament

Temperament
What kind of personality does the Spangold Retriever have? What characteristics or traits does the breed have?
PlayfulEnergeticAlertIntelligentConfidentFriendlyAffectionateReliableSocialKindCheerfulTrustworthy
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Spangold Retriever sensitivity:
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. Soft punishment affects them emotionally. Spangold Retriever dogs don't tolerate irregular daily routines, noisy households, and frequent guest visits really well.

They are receptive to their owner's emotions and make wonderful family companions.

Affection Level
How affectionate are they? Is a Spangold Retriever a good family dog?
High: Spangold Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. They enjoy quality time with their owners despite the activity and are considered great therapy dogs for those in need. This breed responds strongly to their handler's emotions because they bond closely. Their happiness is your happiness.
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Spangold Retriever need? Spangold Retriever social needs:
Spangold Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. They desire to always be with someone or around people. This breed hates being left alone.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Spangold Retriever to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Spangold Retriever roam?
Spangold Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. Sometimes they like to explore the world and they might escape once or twice, but usually, they prefer staying safely at home. Safer to teach them how to get back to you on command.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Spangold Retriever have high prey drive?
Spangold Retriever dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. Cats or any other small animals might be in danger. It's a natural instinct, doesn't necessarily mean that Spangold Retriever dogs are aggressive. Better to keep this breed on a leash.

Spangold Retriever Activity and Playfulness

Playfulness
How playful is this breed?
The Spangold Retriever is a highly playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play.
Barking
Do Spangold Retriever dogs bark a lot? Are they barkers/noisy? Why does my Spangold Retriever bark?
Average: The Spangold Retriever barks occasionally. They can change their barks depending on their emotional level and what they're trying to say. Different barks could mean the same and the same barks could have different meanings.

Top reasons for barking: protection, alarm, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking.

Apartment Friendly
Is Spangold Retriever good as an apartment dog? Can they live in a flat? Can you have a Spangold Retriever in an apartment?
Apartment-friendly dog the Spangold Retriever breed. It is best if you have a small garden where it can occasionally go out to do its business, but this is not important at all. You can exercise him enough with a walk or two a day, so he's comfortable in an apartment.

Spangold Retriever Adaptability and Independence

Adaptability
Are they adaptable and easy-going?
Spangold Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. They don't mind moving from one place to another with their owner.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
How long can a Spangold Retriever be left alone? How long can you leave a Spangold Retriever alone?
Spangold Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Spangold Retriever Bite Characteristics

Bite Force PSI
Does the Spangold Retriever has a hard bite? What is the bite force of a Spangold Retriever? How much bite force does a Spangold Retriever have? How strong is a Spangold Retriever bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Spangold Retriever bite force: Ordinary. Bite force Spangold Retriever measurements typically fall within the range of 200 to 400 PSI. The bite force of a Spangold Retriever is considered ordinary when compared to other dog breeds, but it is still quite powerful. This Spangold Retriever bite force PSI can cause bite wounds. Spangold Retriever bite PSI is not something that should be feared if the dog is well-trained and managed. To avoid any issues, it's essential to learn how to train a Spangold Retriever puppy not to bite from an early age.

The Spangold Retriever, and many others, have a fearsome presence because they have significant jaw strength, so it is important not to anger the dog and have it around strangers until it is fully trained.

However, they are usually quite calm and good companions, they work well in families and are easy to care for.

In conclusion, while the Spangold Retriever bite force is certainly an interesting aspect of the breed, it is important not to let it overshadow the many other reasons why these dogs are so loved and respected. With proper training and socialization, a Spangold Retriever can be a loyal and protective companion for your family.

Biting Potential
Do Spangold Retriever bite humans? How likely are you to get bitten from the Spangold Retriever? What are the odds of getting bitten by a Spangold Retriever? Why do dog bites happen?

Low 🔽

The Spangold Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.)
Mouthiness
How much mouthing/nipping/play biting does the Spangold Retriever do?
Spangold Retriever dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Spangold Retriever dogs need to be taught a good attitude.

Spangold Retriever Health and Lifespan

Health Issues
Is it a healthy or unhealthy breed? Do Spangold Retriever dogs have health problems or genetic diseases?
Spangold Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs. Vet costs aren't expensive with this breed.
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Spangold Retriever breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Spangold Retriever breed? Most common health risks of Spangold Retriever:
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia AllergiesHypothyroidismProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Von Willebrand's DiseaseBloatEpilepsyEar InfectionsEctropionElbow DysplasiaRetinal DysplasiaOsteochondrosis DissecansHemangiosarcomaOsteosarcomaPhosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits
How often does the Spangold Retriever breed need to go to the vet? How often should you take your dog to the vet? How often should the Spangold Retriever see the vet?
Rare
The Spangold Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Life Expectancy
How long do Spangold Retriever dogs live? How old can a Spangold Retriever be? What is the age limit of the Spangold Retriever? How many years can the oldest Spangold Retriever live?

What is the average life expectancy / lifespan of a Spangold Retriever?

How long is the lifespan of a Spangold Retriever?

10-14 years
The average lifespan of Spangold Retriever: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which weather condition is preferred by this dog? Can they tolerate hot or cold weather and climate?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. Dogs with a double coat of fur have a layer of fur that insulates their skin and helps protect them from the cold and the heat.

Spangold Retriever Energy and Activity

Energy Level
How much energy does the Spangold Retriever have? What is the activity level of the Spangold Retriever?
Spangold Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs. An active lifestyle makes them happy.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does a Spangold Retriever need? How much exercise do Spangold Retriever dogs require per day?

Do Spangold Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises?

Spangold Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises. Long walks should be on a daily schedule. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Spangold Retriever breed need?
Spangold Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep. They are energetic and desire to live active life. If you think naps are overrated, this breed can be the best choice for you.

Spangold Retriever Diet and Weight Management

Average daily food consumption
How much food does a Spangold Retriever need? What dog products should I buy? How much food does a Spangold Retriever breed eat per day? What is good dog food for Spangold Retriever? How much food should I feed my Spangold Retriever?
3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
How easy to gain weight for this dog? Spangold Retriever risk for obesity:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Spangold Retriever's weight, he can easily gain weight. More than one daily walk should be on schedule. To make your dog happy and fit, feed him with quality dry dog food and live an active life together. Try to find the happy medium between exercise and feeding.

If you notice any weight gain, consult your veterinarian and make a diet plan. Reduce unhealthy food and snacks, and measure the Spangold Retriever weight regularly.

Spangold Retriever Allergies and Grooming

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat does the Spangold Retriever have? What does this canine coat/fur look like?
FeatheredSilkyWavyShinyStraight
Colors
What color is the breed's coat? What color are proper Spangold Retriever coats?
BlackTan White Golden LiverLight
Grooming
How to groom the Spangold Retriever and how often? How often should I take my Spangold Retriever to the groomer?
Advanced: The Spangold Retriever requires a lot of grooming. Cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer can be helpful sometimes.

Regular brushed dog's coat is less likely to shed. Ears and eyes should be cleaned often to avoid infections.

Don't skip the seasonal flea treatment too. Occasional dog nail trimming and dog baths are important.

Check the local pet store for dog grooming supplies and find the best dog shampoo to keep its coat healthy and to give your Spangold Retriever a pleasant experience of a dog bath.

If you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of your Spangold Retriever, search for the best dog groomer or clipping service in your area and book an appointment.

Maybe you're lucky to have a dog boarding service that includes grooming or walk-in dog bath places nearby.
Shedding Level
How much do Spangold Retriever dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Spangold Retriever? Do Spangold Retriever dogs shed a lot?
Spangold Retriever dogs shed moderately. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. Regular brushing reduces the amount of hair that sheds. It mostly depends on their health status and breed type.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
How often does the Spangold Retriever need a bath? How often should you give a Spangold Retriever a bath? Can I bathe my Spangold Retriever every day?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. It’s also a good time to look for unusual scratches, bumps, fleas, and other irregularities. When their hair is wet and flat against their body, these details are more visible.

For example, short-haired dog breeds can go a very long time in between baths. These short-haired breeds shed regularly and that shedding works to naturally remove excess dirt and oil. So unless your weenie dog got into the garbage can, you can probably hold off on a bath for a while.

2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. For example, oilier breeds may need to be bathed up to once a week.

Because many of these breeds are short-haired, a nice brushing won’t do much to redistribute the oils, so while these oils do protect the dog’s skin from overdrying, they can carry a pretty pungent odor.

Hypoallergenic
Is the Spangold Retriever breed hypoallergenic?
No
Spangold Retriever dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions. Some dog breeds are even considered to higher possibility of an allergic response. Coat type isn't necessarily relevant, because most people are allergic to dander (flakes on the dog's skin) or saliva, not actually to dog hair.
Stinkiness
How stinky is this dog? Why does it smell bad and how to get rid of the smell?

Medium

The Spangold Retriever has an average chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.
Drooling Tendency
Does the Spangold Retriever drool?
The Spangold Retriever is an average drooler. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem.

If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible.

Spangold Retriever Good With

Pet Friendly
Are they pet-friendly dogs? How well do Spangold Retriever dogs get along with other pets? Are Spangold Retriever dogs good with pets? What is this canine temperament with other pets?
Spangold Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Spangold Retriever temperament with other people:
Spangold Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Are Spangold Retriever dogs kid-friendly? Are they good with young children? Spangold Retriever temperament with children:
Spangold Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. This breed enjoys being surrounded by children.
Cat Friendly
How well do Spangold Retriever dogs get along with cats? Are they good with kittens? What is this fido's temperament with cats? Can they be good with cats? Can the Spangold Retriever breed live with a cat?
Spangold Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Is Spangold Retriever good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Spangold Retriever dogs get along with other dogs?
Spangold Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. If you want more dogs in your family or you'd like to join dog meetups, the Spangold Retriever can be a great choice.
Good For First Time Owners
Is Spangold Retriever breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Spangold Retriever breed suitable for first-time owners?
Yes
Spangold Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Are Spangold Retriever dogs good office canines? Do Spangold Retriever dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?
No
Spangold Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Spangold Retriever dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Spangold Retriever temperament with senior people? Are Spangold Retriever dogs good for elderly owners?
Spangold Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Spangold Retriever As a Working Dog

Service Dog
Are they good as service dogs? Can Spangold Retriever be a guide dog? Are they used as seeing-eye dogs?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog. A service dog is a term used in the USA to refer to any type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders, seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. Service dogs are protected under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).

Spangold Retriever breed is a good choice for service purposes.

Therapy Dog
Are they good as therapy dogs? Can Spangold Retriever be a therapy dog? Are they good anxiety dogs? Can a Spangold Retriever be an emotional support animal?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. A therapy dog is a dog that might be trained to provide affection, comfort, and love to people in hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas, and people with anxiety disorders or autism.

Spangold Retriever breed is a good choice for therapeutic purposes.

Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Are they good as detection dogs? Can Spangold Retriever be a sniffer dog?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.

Spangold Retriever breed is a good choice for detection purposes.

Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Are they good as SAR dogs? Can Spangold Retriever be a search and rescue dog?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.

The Spangold Retriever breed is a good choice for SAR purposes.

Boat and Sailor Dog
Are they good as boat dogs? Can Spangold Retriever be a boat dog?

Yes

Spangold Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.

Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages. They were typically used for three purposes: as a working dog, as a watchdog, and as a companion. A boat dog is a term used to describe a type of dog that was traditionally bred and used as a working dog on boats.

Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Are they good as cart pulling dogs? Can Spangold Retriever be a drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. Dogs bred for this work have strong builds and qualities that are needed, strength and determination.

Spangold Retriever is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

Fighting Dog / Military Dog
Where Spangold Retriever dogs used as fighting / military dogs in history?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Spangold Retriever Reproducibility

Gestation Length
How long is a Spangold Retriever pregnant?How long does it take to have puppies? How to tell if the Spangold Retriever breed is pregnant?

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Spangold Retriever: The first period called Proestrus lasts for about 9 days.

During this time the females start to attract males. You can notice by swelling vulva and bloody discharge.

The second part is the Estrus when the female is receptive for the male. It lasts for about 3 to 11 days.

The sign of the proestrus part is the soft and enlarged vulva. The discharge decreases and lightens in color.

The third part is the Diestrus. Normally, it occurs around day 14. In this period the female’s discharge changes for vivid red and coming to its end. The vulva returns to average, and she will no longer permit mating.

The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time frame between heat periods normally lasts about six months.

Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy. It is very important not to buy a dog from a puppy mill, where the needs of the pups and their mothers are ignored. It's an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility, where puppies born several times a year.
Litter Size
How many puppies can the Spangold Retriever have in a litter? How many puppies can the Spangold Retriever breed have for the first time? How many puppies does a Spangold Retriever have? How many puppies can a Spangold Retriever give birth to?
5-10 puppies

Spangold Retriever Recognition

AKC Group
Is Spangold Retriever recognized by the American Kennel Club?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Is Spangold Retriever recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)?
Not recognized by FCI.

Spangold Retriever Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Intelligent Rank: Outstanding: Spangold Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
  • Trainability: Spangold Retriever dogs are easy to train.
  • Health Issues: Spangold Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
  • Apartment Friendly: Apartment-friendly dog the Spangold Retriever breed.
  • Adaptability: Spangold Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
  • Child Friendly: Spangold Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
  • Cat Friendly: Spangold Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
  • Dog Friendly: Spangold Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
  • Senior Citizens Friendly: Spangold Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Spangold Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
  • Service Dog: This breed makes good as a service dog.
  • Therapy Dog: This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
  • Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog: After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
  • Search and Rescue Dog (SAR): This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
  • Boat and Sailor Dog: Spangold Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.

    Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

    Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages.

Cons
  • Hypoallergenic: Spangold Retriever dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Grooming: Advanced: The Spangold Retriever requires a lot of grooming.
  • Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity: Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Spangold Retriever's weight, he can easily gain weight.
  • Mouthiness: Spangold Retriever dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
  • Tolerates Being Left Alone: Spangold Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
  • Office Friendly: Spangold Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.

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