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Clumber Spaniel

HEIGHT WEIGHT LIFE SPAN
17–20in 55–75lb 10–12 years
(43–51cm) (25–34kg)

This big, good-tempered, easy-going dog enjoys
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family life and space in a country home
The Clumber Spaniel (shown in an engraving
from the late 19th century, below) almost
The Clumber Spaniel takes its name from Edward VII and George V, who bred them
disappeared as a working gundog, but since Clumber Park in Nottinghamshire, in the at their Sandringham estate in Norfolk.
the 1980s shooting enthusiasts in the UK have
English Midlands, home of the Duke of After World War I, however, the breed’s
rediscovered the breed. Although the Clumber
Spaniel is slower than other spaniels and may Newcastle. Various ancestors for this breed numbers declined. It is still uncommon
take longer to mature and to train, it is a quiet and have been suggested, including the old today, and it is included on the UK Kennel
thorough worker in all conditions. It can penetrate British Blenheim Spaniel, the now-extinct Club’s list of Vulnerable Native Breeds.
thick and thorny undergrowth with little difficulty,
Alpine Spaniel, and the Basset Hound Muscular and low to the ground, this
copes well with water, and can detect the most (see pp.146–47). In the late 18th century breed is the most solidly built of all the
subtle of scents.
the second Duke of Newcastle and his spaniels. Its calm, steady nature has made
gamekeeper bred the first dogs recognized it a beloved pet and show animal, but there
as the modern Clumber Spaniel. is a resurgence of interest in using it for
During the 19th and early 20th centuries hunting. Gentle and well behaved, the
the Clumber Spaniel was a favorite with the Clumber Spaniel is easy to train. The breed
British royal family—first Prince Albert can be sensitive to heat and needs protection
(consort of Queen Victoria) and then kings from warm weather.

Broad, deep muzzle
with well-defined stop
Broad head Dark amber eyes

Heavy-boned,
firm body, low Long, plain coat with
to the ground orange markings
Large, drop ears
White

Well feathered
tail

Wide,
deep
chest

Large,
Short legs round feet

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