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GUNDOGS

German Spaniel Boykin Spaniel

HEIGHT 17–21in (44–54cm) Red HEIGHT 14–18in (36–46cm) Liver
WEIGHT 40–55lb (18–25kg) Brown WEIGHT 24–40lb (11–18kg) May have white hair
LIFE SPAN 12–14 years Red-roan LIFE SPAN 14–16 years on chest and toes.

An excellent retriever, this dog loves the water. The official state dog of South Carolina, the Boykin Spaniel
The German Spaniel has masses of stamina and is a devoted companion and gets on well with other dogs and
is happiest working, although long, brisk walks Short, fine, children. Its easygoing nature and willingness to work make
brown coat
will keep it content. This breed will live outdoors, on head it an ideal gundog or pet for an active family. The Boykin
but thrives indoors with a family, and makes Spaniel’s curly coat requires regular grooming.
a good working gundog and pet.
Dark chocolate Short hair
Brown-roan
on face
Brown saddle
Traditionally
docked tail

Distinctive Curly
oval, brown coat
Medium-brown eyes
eyes with kind
expression
Lightly
feathered
drop ears
Dense, wavy coat Compact,
round feet
Spoon-shaped
feet

Field Spaniel

HEIGHT 17–18in (44–46cm) Black
WEIGHT 40–55lb (18–25kg) Roan
LIFE SPAN 10–12 years May have tan markings.

Originally a cross between the Sussex Spaniel (see p.226) and the English
Cocker Spaniel (opposite), the Field Spaniel was used for retrieving from
water and heavy cover. This docile but high-energy, medium-sized gundog
needs to be kept busy and makes the perfect hunting companion Moderate stop
for an active family living in the country.
Liver-colored
nose
Long body relative
to leg length

Liver

Light feathering on
underside of tail White
marking
Moderately on chest
long coat
Feathering on
back of legs

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