English Springer Spaniel
Sporting group · Medium size · From England
A friendly, playful, obedient gundog — bred to spring game from cover for the hunter's net or gun.
FriendlyPlayfulObedient
Lifespan
12–14 years
Weight (M)
50–55 lbs
Height (M)
19–21"
Coat
medium
Ad slot · breed-mid
Trait ratings
Energy
High
Trainability
High
Intelligence
High
Exercise needs
High
Shedding
Lower = less hair
Moderate
Grooming effort
Moderate
Drooling
Low
Barking
Moderate
Good with kids
Very High
Good with dogs
High
Good with strangers
High
Protectiveness
Low
Adaptability
Apartment / new environments
High
Common health issues
- • Hip dysplasia
- • Eye conditions
- • Ear infections
- • Phosphofructokinase deficiency
Health varies between individual dogs. Always ask breeders for OFA / health-test paperwork.
Ad slot · breed-bottom
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