Health and Care

Many people that are new to Springer spaniels are often surprised at their energy levels and their apparent lack of tiredness. Wearing a Springer spaniel out and helping them to calm down seems like an impossible task for some spaniel owners. Having owned Springer spaniels,  I have experience of the breed and and the information …

Almost every spaniel sheds hair and Clumber spaniels, with their thick wavy coats are no exception. If you have a Clumber then you will need to be prepared to have dog hairs in your home and car and to undertake regular cleaning to keep on top of the mess. A regular grooming schedule is suggested …

Most dogs are greedy scavengers who will take any opportunity to eat, this can include things that are bad for them such as chocolate. Chocolate is dangerous to dogs and dogs should never eat it – ever. Chocolate is potentially deadly to dogs and should be kept well out of a dog’s reach. Dogs do …

One thing that many potential Brittany spaniel owners consider is what levels of shedding do this breed have? This is what you can expect. How much do Britanny spaniels shed? Brittany spaniels have a flat and wavy coat that sheds moderately. Like most spaniels the Brittany sheds hair all year round but, with weekly brushing …

Cavalier King Charles spaniels have a double coat which consists of a downy undercoat next to the dog’s skin for warmth and a longer, outer coat which provides some weather and physical protection. The Cavalier King Charles spaniel does moult and, at times, this can be quite significant, particularly during spring as the weather improves …

As a dog that was traditionally bred for hunting and shooting and long days spent outdoors in the worst weather, the Springer spaniel is a tough and hardy breed that is adaptable to most conditions. English Springer spaniels can live outside in a suitable kennel or outhouse and will be quite happy to do so. …