Pastimes
Walking
swimming
Hunting
Running
These dogs are called the clowns of the retriever category for a reason, and they're the only spaniels classified as sporting dogs. They have a bouncy walk. Not great Hollywood dogs because they only come in one color, dark brown... But that doesn't mean they're not attractive. Often and quite ignorantly confused as standard poodles. Hypoallergenic because they have hair not fur. Hair is curly and long except the tail and face and parts of chest. Highly distractable which makes training a challenge but nonetheless highly intelligent and capable of learning a lot. Intensely loyal dogs to their own families. Can be weary of strangers but once accepted they are very loving. Nicknames are rat tail and whip tail for their distinctive short haired tails. Graceful and fast dogs. Excellent swimmers. Very expensive honey brown eyes. Spaniel ears require regular cleaning. Typical of large dogs, can suffer from hip dysplasia. Males can range from 55 lbs to 100 lbs. They don't shed but should be brushed probably once a week.
