Field Spaniel , Spaniels
Description: The
Field Spaniel is a combination of beauty and utility, well-balanced, substantial
hunter-companion of medium size. Built for activity and endurance in heavy cover
and water. A noble carriage, proud but docile attitude, sound and free-moving.
He is a docile, affectionate, intelligent breed who is eager to please. Suited
for family life he is also willing to work and is suited for hunting in open
terrain.
Height:
18 inches
Weight: 35 - 50 lbs.
Colors: Black,
liver or roan with tan markings; clear black, white or liver and white
unacceptable.
Coat: Long,
flat and glossy, without curls; silky in texture.
Temperament:
Responsive, friendly
With Children: Yes,
loves everyone.
With Pets: Yes, easy going, relates well.
Special Skills: Family pet and field sports
dog.
Watch-dog:
Very High
Guard-dog: Low
Care and Exercise:
Moderate care of his silky coat is
required. Recommended brushing for 5 minutes twice a week. Professional trimming
should also been done a few times a year. Regular ear cleaning. Exercise is
essential as he is a very active breed. Frequent runs on a leash and a fenced in
back yard are suggested.
Training: Quick to learn they
respond to the sound of your voice. Kind and consistent training is recommended.
Learning Rate: High, Obedience - High,
Problem Solving - High
Activity: Very
High
Living Environment: A house with a fenced
yard is essential. An owner of a Field Spaniel will need to spend a large amount
of time walking and running this breed. Needs to be in contact with people as he
will become neurotic if shut away in a kennel.
Health Issues:
Hip dysplasia, eye problems and thyroid.
Life Span: 10
- 12 Years
Litter Size: 7
Country of Origin:
England
History: At
one time the sporting spaniel family were loosely classified as Field Spaniels,
later the family was divided by weight, the larger dogs known as field spaniels
the smaller ones Cocker Spaniels. Originally you could find a litter who would
contain both. Beside the Cocker you will find Sussex, Irish Water and English
Water Spaniel in his bloodline. In 1948 the Field Spaniel Society did
considerable work to produce a better proportioned standard type breed.
First Registered
by the AKC: 1894
AKC Group: Sporting Group
Class: Gundog
Registries:
AKC, ANKC, CKC, FCI (Group 8), KC(GB), UKC
top links:
fieldspanielsociety
www.fieldspanielsociety.freeserve.co.uk
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