English Springer Spaniel - Pictures

The saying goes, “a picture is worth a thousand words”. Check out the many different English Springer Spaniel Pictures and English Springer Spaniel images. Get an in depth look at the English Springer Spaniel and see the many things that this breed has to offer.

English Springer Spaniel - Overview and History

The English Springer Spaniel, also known as the Springer Spaniel, the Springer, the Wood Spaniel, the Norfolk Spaniel, the Springing Spaniel or the “gamekeeper’s dog,” was originally used to flush game for hunters and falcons centuries ago. It was named for its primary function, which was to frighten the game and make it “spring” out of hiding. When guns were invented, the English Springer Spaniel was transformed into an upland game hunter, which remains its

English Springer Spaniel - Temperament

English Springer Spaniels are happy, smiling dogs with a great zest for life. They are full of energy and enjoy spending time with people of all ages – even kids. Built for hunting, English Springers still enjoy working in the field, but will also have fun tracking and stalking birds in the backyard. They can be a bit messy, tracking dirt and water throughout the house, but their smiling faces and constantly wagging tails makes

English Springer Spaniel - Physical Characteristics

English Springer Spaniels are sturdy, compact and hearty medium sized dogs. The topline of the skull and the muzzle should be on parallel planes. The eyes are kindly and the ears are long, reaching to the tip of the nose when pulled forward. The teeth should meet in a scissors bite. The head is large, but not heavy, and should be proportionate to the body. The head length should be approximately the same length as

English Springer Spaniel - Key Field Skills

An English Springer Spaniel bred for the field is often used as an upland flushing dog. In performing this task there are some skills the dog must be trained to perform.