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English Springer Spaniel

Medium Breed

The English Springer Spaniel is a merry breed that is very good around people and children, wanting to spend as much time with them as possible.

They are a beautiful breed with a stunning glossy coat and an intelligence, which has helped them become successful hunting dogs. This combination of intelligence, looks, and happy disposition has helped the breed to become first-rate companions for families and the individual.
The English Springer Spaniel is a beautiful dog, a medium sized head with a broad and deep muzzle which is home to a well-developed nose. The eyes of the English Springer Spaniel are of medium size and almond-shaped; their dark eyes display an alert and kind expression. The ears are set in line with the eyes and hang close to the head; they are long ears and quite wide. The neck is of good length and is also strong. The back of the breed is strong and well-proportioned to the body with the tail set low and never carried above the level of the back. The forelegs of the English Springer Spaniel are straight and well-boned, with sloping shoulders that are set well, and the hind legs are home to muscular, well-developed thighs.

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Breed Standards

Country of origin

Great Britain

Weight

Males 22-25 kg / 49-55 lbs; Females 20-23 kg / 44-50 lbs (standards may vary)

Height

51 cm / 20 inches (standards may vary)

Coat

Close, straight and weather resistant

Markings

Liver and white, black and white. Tan markings can be found

Lifespan

Average 10-12 years

Temperament

A happy loving dog which brings with it a highly intelligent and obedient nature. They thrive in social environments and, in contrast, if left on their own they may get into trouble and become destructive. They need to be trained with a firm but gentle hand so they know who the boss is. Some dogs can experience serious personality problems between at the ages of 1 and 2 where they will attack someone and not obey commands issued to them. If this occurs then you should speak to a vet as soon as possible.

Children

Not good Good 100

Combativeness

Very Not very 75

Dominance

Very Not very 50

Friendliness

Not very Very 100

Independence

Not very Very 25

Noise

Loud Quiet 50

Sociability

Poor Good 25

Trainability

Not very Very 100

Nutrition

Puppy Nutrition

Medium breed puppies (adult weight 10-25 kg) have a slower pace of growth than their smaller counterparts and have their own requirement for growth. That is why Eukanuba Medium Breed Puppy is made with high quality ingredients such as animal based protein (Dried Chicken & Turkey) for strong muscles, omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids and carbohydrates for energy and skin & coat, a fibre blend of beet pulp and FOS for healthy digestion as well as important vitamins and minerals for optimal growth.

Moreover, it contains elevated levels of DHA, an important omega-3 fatty acid for brain and vision development, which has been shown to enhance the learning abilities of young puppies. [Developed with veterinarians and recommended by top breeders*. Eukanuba Medium Breed Puppy is 100% complete and balanced to help your puppy grow the healthy way]

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Adult Nutrition

Your dog deserves premium nutrition that fuels the extraordinary in him – every day. Eukanuba Adult Food for Medium Breeds (10 – 25 kg) meets all the nutritional requirements medium breed dogs have. Chicken is our primary source of protein to help build strong, lean muscles and keep him ready to take on any challenge with you. Formulated with prebiotics and clinically proven beet pulp, this high quality food promotes digestive health and nutrient absorption. Calcium for strong bones and a clinically proven antioxidant for strong natural defences help keep your dog active.

For feeling great on the inside and looking extraordinary on the outside, this adult dog food contains an optimal ratio of omega-6 and -3 fatty acids to promote a healthy skin and radiant coat, and helps to reduce shedding by up to 80% (results may vary). Eukanuba Adult Dog Food for Medium Breeds contains a Dental technology which cleans your dog’s teeth with every bite during the meal, reduces tartar build-up by up to 80%, even after the meal (results may vary) and helps maintain strong teeth. Dental health is important for overall health and it is therefore recommended to brush your dog’s teeth at home and see a veterinarian once a year for a dental check up. [This medium breed food was developed with veterinarians and is recommended by top breeders. It is 100% complete and balanced to help your dog go the extra mile with you – every day]

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Mature & Senior Nutrition

Your senior dog has been going many extra miles by your side and is now in the natural ageing process and experiences some decline in organ function. Make sure to continue with premium nutrition that satisfies all his needs. Eukanuba Mature & Senior Dry Dog Food for Medium Breeds is formulated with a low glycaemic carbohydrate blend, less fat than Adult Medium Breed and L-carnitine, a natural fat burner to help maintain good body condition and healthy activity levels. Optimal levels of Vitamin E and Beta-Carotene support the natural defences of your ageing dog. Prebiotics and clinically proven beet pulp support digestive health and nutrient absorption.

To stay healthy on the inside and look great on the outside, this senior dog food contains an optimal ratio of omega-6 and -3 fatty acids to promote healthy skin and a radiant coat and also help to reduce shedding by up to 80%*. Since older dogs are more predisposed to dental issues, Eukanuba Mature & Senior Dog Food for Medium Breeds uses a special Dental polyphosphate technology which cleans your dog’s teeth with every bite and reduces tartar build-up by up to 80%**, helping your senior dog maintain strong teeth. [Our medium breed food for mature & senior dogs is developed with veterinarians and recommended by top breeders. It is 100% complete and balanced so your dog will feel great and stay at his best in his senior years.]

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The English Springer Spaniel is a loving dog with the skills that are both attuned to the show ring and the field, either in competitions or as a working dog. A beautiful looking breed, which requires active owners.

Positives

Makes a wonderful family pet and is excellent with children

Extremely versatile and intelligent

Relatively inactive indoors

Adapts well to most climates

Good for novice owners

Negatives

Regular grooming is needed as well as skilled trimming and stripping

Best with an average sized yard

Requires sufficient physical activity and mental stimulation

Prone to hip dysplasia

Breed History

The Spanish Origins of the Spaniel

Like all Spaniels, the English Springer Spaniel did originate from Spain, where the spaniel was split into two kinds, the land spaniel and the water spaniel. The land spaniel was then subdivided by the size of the dog, the smallest being classed as Cocker spaniels, the medium-sized ones called Springer spaniels, and the largest which were to later become named as setters. The breed reached England thanks to the Romans invasion, it is thought to have been around in pre-Christian Britain and is even named in Wales' ancient laws which date back as early as 300 AD.

The Springer Spaniel became a popular breed in Britain, revered for its hunting ability where it would spring the prey from the undergrowth and bushes for the hound or the hawk to kill. The breed is recognised in paintings and prints from the 16th and 17th century, which is around the time that the first wheel lock firearm was invented. This made the sport of hunting more of a challenge and the Springer Spaniel was very successful in flushing birds for the hunters to shoot.

Breed History

The Development of the Breed

Around the early 19th century, the Springer Spaniel had a new fancier in the guise of the Duke of Norfolk; he was one of the first to breed the Springer Spaniel as a separate line, rather than dividing the separate lines by weight and colour, out of a litter. This produced a more standard Springer Spaniel and they were often called Norfolk Spaniels in honour of his dedication to the breed. Along with the Boughey family, who also strove to keep their strain of spaniels pure, the distinction between the three land spaniels became more clearly defined.

The Springer Spaniel name was adopted in 1900 and, in 1902, the English Springer Spaniel was accepted by the British Kennel Club. In 1903, a new challenge occurred for the English Springer Spaniel when it was first shown in a dog show. This hunting breed did remarkably well and soon became a world champion. It was not until 1907 that the first English Springer Spaniel was imported to America, with the first of the breed recognised by the American Kennel Club in 1910, accepting the standard of the Kennel Club.

Breed History

The English Springer Spaniel Today

The English Springer Spaniel has two distinct lines today, the show dog and the working dog. This distinction occurred in the 1940s when breeders selected qualities that would either be better for the show ring or in the field competitions. The English Springer Spaniel, whilst performing well in both over the years, is still used for its primary purpose as a hunting dog. It is not only in competitions and working in the fields that the English Springer Spaniel can be seen, but also as a companion. The breed is loving and has made the transition into the home extremely well. Its beautiful looks and happy temperament have made many families across the world overjoyed with the family dog that they now have.

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Eukanuba Veterinary Diets

English Springer Spaniel

Breed Standards

Country of origin

Weight

Height

Coat

Markings

Lifespan

Temperament

Children

Combativeness

Dominance

Friendliness

Independence

Noise

Sociability

Trainability

Nutrition

Nutrition

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Negatives

Breed History

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