English Springer Spaniel Information & Dog Breed Facts
Collection of all the general dog breed info about English Springer Spaniel so you can get to know the breed more.
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Origin | England |
Common Names & Aliases
What other names is an English Springer Spaniel known by? Discover all traditional, regional and informal names used for this breed. | Springer Spaniel |
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Breed Classification
What type of dog breed is an English Springer Spaniel? Learn about its genetic classification and breeding category. | Purebred |
Size Classification
What size category is an English Springer Spaniel? Learn how big the English Springer Spaniel breed typically grows. | Medium |
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Weight Statistics
How much does an English Springer Spaniel weigh? Discover typical weight ranges for adult males and females of the English Springer Spaniel breed. | Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg) |
Average Weight
What is the average weight of an English Springer Spaniel? | Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) |
Height
How tall is the English Springer Spaniel? English Springer Spaniel height: | Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm) |
Average Height
What is the average height of an English Springer Spaniel? | Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm) |
Price Range
How much does an English Springer Spaniel puppy cost? Find current market prices and factors affecting English Springer Spaniel costs. | $700-$800 If you choose to purchase the English Springer Spaniel, 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 English Springer Spaniel for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the English Springer Spaniel gets to a happy place. |
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Availability
How easy is it to get a English Springer Spaniel? How many English Springer Spaniel are there in the world? | Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel 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. |
Intelligence Rating
How intelligent is an English Springer Spaniel? Discover the English Springer Spaniel's intelligence ranking and learning capabilities. | Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. You can teach them many tricks and commands. The limit is your creativity. They understand and memorize new commands in 5-15 repetitions. This breed obeys the first command 85% of the time or better.
The English Springer Spaniel is one of the top breeds in the dog intelligence ranking. |
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Training Difficulty
How easy is it to train an English Springer Spaniel? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's trainability and response to training methods. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train. They find out the association between commands and actions quite quickly. |
Watchdog Rating
How good is an English Springer Spaniel as a watchdog? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's alertness and guarding instincts. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. If they sense something different, they will alert you, but observation isn't considered their main job.
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Territorial Protection
Is an English Springer Spaniel protective of its territory? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's guarding instincts and behavior. | English Springer Spaniel 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. |
Personality Traits
What personality does an English Springer Spaniel have? Learn about characteristic English Springer Spaniel temperament and behavior traits. | PlayfulEnergeticAlertIntelligentAffectionateSocialCheerful |
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Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? English Springer Spaniel sensitivity: | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. Soft punishment affects them emotionally. English Springer Spaniel 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 an English Springer Spaniel a good family dog? | High: English Springer Spaniel 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 Springer Spaniel need? English Springer Spaniel social needs: | English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed. They enjoy being around people or other animals. This breed doesn't tolerate being left alone. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the English Springer Spaniel to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does English Springer Spaniel roam? | The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. They have a strong desire for exploring the world. Safer to walk them on a leash unless you teach them how to get back to you on command. |
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does English Springer Spaniel have high prey drive? | English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. Cats or any other small animals are in danger. It's a natural instinct, doesn't necessarily mean that English Springer Spaniel dogs are aggressive. Better to keep this breed on a leash. |
Barking Frequency
Does an English Springer Spaniel bark a lot? Learn about typical English Springer Spaniel vocalization patterns and triggers. | Average: The English Springer Spaniel 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. |
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Playful Nature
How playful is an English Springer Spaniel? Understand the typical play drive and energy level of the English Springer Spaniel breed. | The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play. |
Apartment Adaptability
Can an English Springer Spaniel live in an apartment? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's suitability for apartment living. | Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed. It's good if you have a small garden where he can go out and do his business, but it's not important at all. You can get enough exercise with one or two walks a day, so keeping them indoors shouldn't be a problem. |
Lifestyle Adaptability
How adaptable is an English Springer Spaniel to lifestyle changes? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's flexibility to new situations. | English Springer Spaniel 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. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Can an English Springer Spaniel be left alone? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's tolerance to solitude. | English Springer Spaniel dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. |
Bite Risk Assessment
What is an English Springer Spaniel biting potential? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's bite risk factors. | Low 🔽 The English Springer Spaniel 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.) |
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Mouthing Tendency
Is an English Springer Spaniel mouthy? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's tendency to use mouth during play. | English Springer Spaniel dogs have an 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 English Springer Spaniel dogs need to be taught a good attitude. |
Bite Strength Rating
How strong is an English Springer Spaniel bite? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's bite force measured in PSI. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary. Bite force English Springer Spaniel measurements typically fall within the range of 200 to 400 PSI. The bite force of an English Springer Spaniel is considered ordinary when compared to other dog breeds, but it is still quite powerful. This English Springer Spaniel bite force PSI can cause bite wounds. English Springer Spaniel 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 an English Springer Spaniel puppy not to bite from an early age.
The English Springer Spaniel, 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 English Springer Spaniel 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, an English Springer Spaniel can be a loyal and protective companion for your family. |
Average Lifespan
How long does an English Springer Spaniel live? Learn about the typical lifespan of the English Springer Spaniel breed. | 10-14 years The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years |
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Climate Tolerance
How well does an English Springer Spaniel handle different weather? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's climate adaptability. | 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. |
Health Concerns
What health issues are common in an English Springer Spaniel? Discover typical conditions affecting the English Springer Spaniel breed. | English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs. Vet costs aren't expensive with this breed. |
Vet Care Frequency
How often does an English Springer Spaniel need vet visits? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's veterinary care requirements. | Rare The English Springer Spaniel 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. |
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the English Springer Spaniel breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the English Springer Spaniel breed? Most common health risks of English Springer Spaniel: | Hip Dysplasia AllergiesProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Ear InfectionsEctropionRetinal DysplasiaPhosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK) |
Energy Rating
How energetic is an English Springer Spaniel? Understand daily activity needs of the English Springer Spaniel breed. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs. An active lifestyle makes them happy. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does an English Springer Spaniel need? How much exercise do English Springer Spaniel dogs require per day?
Do English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises? | English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel breed need? | English Springer Spaniel 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. |
Obesity Tendency
Is an English Springer Spaniel prone to weight gain? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's obesity risks. | Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. Daily walks 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 English Springer Spaniel weight regularly. |
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Food Consumption
How much food does an English Springer Spaniel need daily? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's feeding requirements. | 3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Allergy Friendliness
Is an English Springer Spaniel hypoallergenic? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's suitability for allergy sufferers. | No English Springer Spaniel 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. |
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Coat Colors
What colors does an English Springer Spaniel come in? Discover all possible English Springer Spaniel color variations. | BlackTan White Liver |
Grooming Requirements
How much grooming does an English Springer Spaniel need? Learn about English Springer Spaniel coat maintenance requirements. | Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel a pleasant experience of a dog bath. If you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of your English Springer Spaniel, 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. |
Drooling Tendency
Does an English Springer Spaniel drool a lot? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's drooling habits. | The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. If you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, the English Springer Spaniel could be a perfect choice for you. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem. Certain dog breeds drool minimum compared to others, just like the English Springer Spaniel.
If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible. |
Stinkiness Rating
Does an English Springer Spaniel smell bad? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's natural odor levels. | Medium ⏺ The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks. |
Coat Characteristics
What type of coat does an English Springer Spaniel have? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's fur characteristics. | Feathered |
Bathing Needs
How often does an English Springer Spaniel need baths? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's bathing requirements. | 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. |
Shedding Level
How much do English Springer Spaniel dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Springer Spaniel? Do English Springer Spaniel dogs shed a lot? | English Springer Spaniel 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. |
Child Compatibility
Is an English Springer Spaniel good with children? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's behavior around kids of different ages. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs. This breed is a good choice if you have children. |
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Pet Compatibility
How well does an English Springer Spaniel get along with other pets? Discover the English Springer Spaniel's compatibility with other animals. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? English Springer Spaniel temperament with other people: | English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
How well do English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel breed live with a cat? | English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Is English Springer Spaniel good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do English Springer Spaniel dogs get along with other dogs? | English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. If you want more dogs in your family or you'd like to join dog meetups, the English Springer Spaniel can be a great choice. |
Good For First Time Owners
Is English Springer Spaniel breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is English Springer Spaniel breed suitable for first-time owners? | Yes English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Are English Springer Spaniel dogs good office canines? Do English Springer Spaniel dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs? | No English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do English Springer Spaniel dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Springer Spaniel temperament with senior people? Are English Springer Spaniel dogs good for elderly owners? | English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Service Dog Capability
Can an English Springer Spaniel be a service dog? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's service work potential. | Not really This breed generally not used 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).
English Springer Spaniel is not the best breed for service purposes. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Is an English Springer Spaniel good as a therapy dog? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's therapy work aptitude. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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.
English Springer Spaniel is not the best breed for therapeutic purposes. |
Scent Detection Ability
Is an English Springer Spaniel good at detection work? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's scenting abilities. | 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.
English Springer Spaniel breed is a good choice for detection purposes. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Can an English Springer Spaniel do search and rescue? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's SAR capabilities. | 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 English Springer Spaniel breed is a good choice for SAR purposes. |
Maritime Work Ability
Is an English Springer Spaniel good on boats? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's maritime capabilities. | Not really English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like 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, 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. |
Draft Work Capability
Can an English Springer Spaniel pull carts? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's drafting abilities. | 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.
English Springer Spaniel is not the best breed for drafting purposes. |
Military Service Background
Was an English Springer Spaniel used in military service? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's military history. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Puppy Litter Size
How many puppies does an English Springer Spaniel usually have? Learn about typical litter sizes. | 4-10 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
How long is an English Springer Spaniel pregnant? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's gestation period. | 60-64 days Reproductive cycle of the female English Springer Spaniel: 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. |
Breeding Frequency
How often can an English Springer Spaniel have puppies? Learn about safe breeding intervals. | 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. |
AKC Classification
What AKC group is an English Springer Spaniel in? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's AKC classification. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed. |
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FCI Classification
What FCI group is an English Springer Spaniel in? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's international classification. | Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Which kennel clubs recognize an English Springer Spaniel? Learn about the English Springer Spaniel's official recognition. | American Canine RegistryAmerica's Pet RegistryCanadian Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.American Canine Association, Inc.Australian National Kennel CouncilContinental Kennel ClubNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubUnited Kennel ClubCanadian Canine Registry |
English Springer Spaniel Pros and Cons
- Intelligence Rating: Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
- Training Difficulty: English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
- Health Concerns: English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
- Apartment Adaptability: Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.
- Drooling Tendency: The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
- Lifestyle Adaptability: English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
- Child Compatibility: English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
- Dog Friendly: English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
- Senior Citizens Friendly: English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.
- Good For First Time Owners: English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
- Scent Detection Ability: After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
- Search & Rescue Potential: This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
- Allergy Friendliness: English Springer Spaniel dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
- Grooming Requirements: Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
- Impulse to Wander or Roam: The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
- Alone Time Tolerance: English Springer Spaniel dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
- Office Friendly: English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
English Springer Spaniel History
Spaniel types of breeds have a very long and extensive history. It is thought that the breeds are originated from Spain, many centuries ago, and the Spaniels have presumably taken parts of the world by the Romans or via their trading ships. The name Spaniel is also derived from their place of origin, Hispania, or Spain as we know it today. Spaniel-like dogs were mentioned in Welsh law as early as 300 A.D.
The English Springer Spaniel’s history can be traced back to the 14th century, in England. The breed was developed long before guns were invented, the spaniels were used during hunting for the purpose of flushing game birds or small animals by springing at them and driving them into the open so they could be captured by hunting hawks, coursing hounds, or nets flung over them. The first written document presenting the English Springer Spaniel was published in the 14th century, by a French lord and hunter, describing the work of hunting dogs in his “Book of the Chase”. Official distinction between the land and the water spaniels was found in historical records dating from the 16th century. A century after that, the land Spaniel was divided into two categories, the Springing Spaniel, and the Crouching Spaniel. The Springing type was later divided further according to the dogs’ sizes, from this the Cocker Spaniel and the English Spaniel have arisen. Smaller dogs in the litter were used for hunting woodcock, thus they were called Cockers, on the other hand, the larger pups in the same litter would be used to flush game and were called Springers. Later, as firearms were invented during the 17th century, Spaniels proved themselves to be especially useful adept at flushing game for shooters.
The first Springer Spaniel ever to be recorded was born in 1812, this specimen was called Mop 1, and it was responsible for a lineage of dogs that became increasingly popular in the Norfolk region of England. The Kennel Club of England recognized the English Springer Spaniel in 1902. Later, in 1913, a Canadian breeder imported one English Springer Spaniel specimen. Ten years later, in 1923, the AKC (American Kennel Club) also recognized the breed, as one of the most popular ones at that time. A year later, the English Springer Spaniel Field Trial Association was founded. During the early 1940s, field trial enthusiasts started to breed the dogs with qualities that would produce the top results in the field, meanwhile show fanatics started to focus on specimens that were both consistent with the breed's standard while having the "flash" to win in the show ring. Interestingly, these two variants of the English Springer Spaniel are not inter-bred even today. Both the field-bred and the show-bred types have a keen sense of smell, good working abilities, endurance above all, style, and a good overall appearance. Both types have the instinct to work and can be trained to the gun, but only very few English Springer Spaniels work in both field and show events. The last dual champion excelling both at field-work, and conformation was a specimen named Green Valley Punch in 1938.
Besides being excellent gundogs, the English Springer Spaniels are also used today as sniffer dogs by the police, aiding at search-and-rescue cases, and in the detection of bombs, drugs, dead or missing humans, and counterfeit materials. Furthermore, the English Springer Spaniel has proven themselves to be excellent family companions too. Even President George H. W. Bush owned an English Springer Spaniel, named Millie, and she was one of the most famous presidential pets. There was even a book entitled “Millie’s Book: As Dictated to Barbara Bush.
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