Friendly, Playful, Obedient
Built for long days in the field, English Springer Spaniels are tough, muscular hunters standing 19 to 20 inches at the shoulder and weighing between 40 and 50 pounds. The double coat comes in several colors and patterns, the ears are long and lush, and the kindly, trusting expreโฆ
Energy
60%
Shedding
40%
Trainability
100%
Grooming
40%
Friendliness
80%
Coat Type
Silky coat
Weekly Brushing
Breed Data
Known genetic concerns: hip, eye, skin problems; enzyme deficiency
dog food
Best value grain-free option โ great for active dogsโฆ
toys
The #1 chew toy for heavy chewers โ nothing else comes closeโฆ
beds
Best mid-range orthopedic โ great for dogs who don't need clinical-graโฆ
health
Best DNA test overall โ unmatched health screening depthโฆ
training
Best GPS collar for active owners โ 3-month battery is class-leadingโฆ
grooming
The gold standard for double-coated breeds โ nothing removes undercoatโฆ
Benefits from 30-60 minutes daily exercise โ walks, play sessions, or swimming.
Highly trainable โ excels with positive reinforcement; start obedience classes early.
Best suited to owners with some dog experience โ difficulty rated 5/10.
Urban-friendly: adapts well to flat or townhouse living provided daily exercise is consistent.
Naturally friendly and energetic, it integrates well into family life when socialised early.
Working heritage means it needs a job or structured activity โ under-stimulation leads to problem behaviours.
English Springer Spaniel Cost Calculator
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FCI Group
Group 8 โ Retrievers, Flushing Dogs and Water Dogs
Section
Opjagende honden
Status
recognized