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  Dog and Kennel Magazine
Springer spaniels are not usually noted for their political zeal, but this election represents a unique opportunity to restore the breed's political dynasty.
The length of a springer's topline -- the distance from the top of the shoulders to the route of the tail -- should be approximately equal to its shoulder height, which is typically around 20 inches for males and 19 inches for females.
Spaniels are believed to have originated in Spain and were transported throughout Europe by Roman soldiers and merchants who were enchanted with the midsize dog's natural flushing and retrieving abilities.
www.petpublishing.com /dogken/breeds/eng_springer.shtml   (1820 words)

  
 English Springer Spaniel, English Springer Spaniels
Springers do best when they are with people as much as possible.
Springers need wise guidance through what is called their "teenage" time.
This is the founder of all the English hunting spaniels.
www.dogbreedinfo.com /englishspringerspaniel.htm   (1022 words)

  
 American Kennel Club - English Springer Spaniel   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
The English Springer Spaniel is a medium-sized sporting dog, with a compact body and a docked tail.
On ears, chest, legs and belly the Springer is nicely furnished with a fringe of feathering of moderate length and heaviness.
It must be remembered that the English Springer Spaniel is first and foremost a sporting dog of the Spaniel family, and he must look, behave and move in character.
www.akc.org /breeds/english_springer_spaniel/index.cfm   (1954 words)

  
 English Springer Spaniel Information
In the 1800s, Springers and Cockers were often born in the same litter-the only distinguishing factor was their size.
Though several individuals in America had these spaniels for their shooting, it was not until 1924 when the English Springer Spaniel Field Trial Association was formed, that the breed became more well known.
Springers with longer coats will mat if not brushed often and particular attention needs to be given to the ears and the feet.
www.sidyboysfoolin.com /EnglishSpringerSpaniel.html?1053544971918   (698 words)

  
 Welsh Springer Spaniel - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a breed of dog and a member of the spaniel family.
The build of the Welsh Springer Spaniel should be slightly off square, meaning that the length of the dog should be slightly greater than the height at the withers.
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is an active, loyal, and affectionate breed.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Welsh_Springer_Spaniel   (513 words)

  
 Info ~ Don't Buy An English Springer Spaniel! Page 1   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Springers were originally bred to work with their owners, hunting (quartering), flushing birds and retrieving.
Many of the Springers that are rescued from Pounds and Shelters show clearly that they have received little or no basic training, neither in obedience nor in household deportment; yet these same dogs respond well to such training by the rescuer or the adopter.
Most Springers are outgoing and are exuberantly demonstrative of their affections to you, and even to strangers.
www.nanjay.com /Info/DontBuyASpringer.htm   (2396 words)

  
 Welsh Springer Spaniel Information, Welsh Springer Spaniels
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a compact, medium-sized dog with a silky dark red and white coat.
The Welsh Springer is a bit smaller and lighter than the English Springer, and a bit taller and larger than the English Cocker Spaniel.
The early history of the Welsh Springer is similar to that of the English Cocker, English Springer Spaniel, and other spaniels of British origins.
www.dogbreedinfo.com /welshspringerspaniel.htm   (581 words)

  
 What to feed an English Springer Spaniel
They are named "Springer" because they were used to "spring" game for the sportsman's net and "Spaniel" because they came to England from Spain.
English Springer Spaniel owners should be aware that protein from wild poultry sources has amino acid profiles that are quite different from those of chicken by-products used in many commercial all-breed dog foods.
For the English Springer Spaniel I recommend a blend of corn, wheat, and lamb with chicken.
home.att.net /~wdcusick/EnglishSpringerSpaniel.html   (1376 words)

  
 Springer Spaniel Cards
All Spaniels originally came from Spain, and their name is a corruption of the word, and all breeds of Spaniels are related to each other.
According to one eminent authority the Spaniel originated in Spain and was used to "start" game; the name "Springer" indicates that the object of this particular breed was not to spring on the game, but to disturb the birds so that they sprang, to be either netted or shot.
This variety is thought to be the oldest Spaniel, and its origin and that of the English Setter may be closely allied.
www.animalstamps.com /springercard.htm   (2743 words)

  
 American Kennel Club - Welsh Springer Spaniel   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a dog of distinct variety and ancient origin, who derives his name from his hunting style and not his relationship to other breeds.
The Welsh Springer Spaniel's elbows should be close to the body and its pasterns short and slightly sloping.
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is an active dog displaying a loyal and affectionate disposition.
www.akc.org /breeds/welsh_springer_spaniel/index.cfm   (1009 words)

  
 English Springer Spaniel Info
In the 1880's, Springers and Cockers were often born in the same litters, size alone being the distinguishing factor.
Though several individuals in America pursued hunting with Springers, it was not until 1924 that the English Springer Spaniel Field Trial Association was formed, eventually becoming the parent club of the breed.
The breed's AKC standard, formed in 1927 and revised in 1932, was made as nearly as possible to foster the natural ability of the Springer as a hunting dog.
www.doggonegoodstuff.com /englishspringerspaniel.html   (770 words)

  
 Dog Owner's Guide Profile: English Springer Spaniel
Pups in a litter of land spaniels were often divided by size; the small ones became the cockers or woodcock dogs and the medium-sized ones became the springers, which hunted by flushing or “springing” birds for the hunters, and the larger ones eventually became the setters,.
The earliest stud book for the Springer Spaniel was in 1812; the first breed club in England was founded in the 1880s, and the breed was recognized by The Kennel Club is 1902.
Although spaniel gun dogs are mentioned in US journals and literature from the time of the Pilgrims through the end of the 19th Century, it was not until 1910 that the American Kennel Club registered the firs dog of the breed.
www.canismajor.com /dog/engsprng.html   (1394 words)

  
 Northwest English Springer Spaniel Club
The Northwest English Springer Spaniel Club was founded in 1939 to promote the Springer Spaniel as a bird dog for hunting and field trials.
Within the Springer Spaniel breed there is a definite difference between field type dogs and bench show dogs.
Club members are interested in breeding and perpetuating field type Springer Spaniels, and in educating the public about the capabilities of the Springer as a gun dog.
www.nwessc.org   (98 words)

  
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The English Springer Spaniel is a dog characterized by long, drooping ears, a medium to long coat, a happily wagging tail, and a penchant for flushing (or "springing") birds.
Since the 1930's, Springers have developed in the United States and Canada into dogs bred mostly for their hunting ability, known as "field-bred" Springers, (Field Spaniels are a different breed), and dogs bred with attention to a written breed standard, known as show or "bench" Springers.
Since field Springers are bred for their hunting ability and soundness, rather than a written description, there is greater variety in style among these dogs.
www.ariel-ess.com /essfaq   (1148 words)

  
 Welsh Springer Spaniel Dog Breed Guide
Welsh springer spaniels are loyal, affectionate, and playful family companions, though they may be reserved with strangers.
The Welsh springer spaniel's coat is naturally straight, flat, and soft to the touch, never wiry or wavy.
Welsh springer spaniels should be brushed and combed two to three times a week and trimmed every three months.
www.dogpage.us /welshspringerspaniels.htm   (190 words)

  
 Welsh Springer Spaniel : Dog Breeds - Dog.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
One of the group of spaniels that works before the gun "springing" or flushing birds for the hunter.
Its similarity to the Brittany Spaniel is evidence for this theory.
Originally shown as a Welsh Cocker, it was granted separate breed status in England in 1902 and shown as the Welsh Springer Spaniel.
www.dog.com /breed/Welsh-Springer-Spaniel.asp   (247 words)

  
 What to feed a Welsh Springer Spaniel
The Welsh Springer Spaniel comes from the higher elevations of Wales (2700 to 3500 ft.) in the Brecknock area.
For the Welsh Springer Spaniel I recommend foods that blend poultry, mutton, and beef meats with corn, wheat, and potato.
If you want to buy a commercial all-breed food to feed your Welsh Springer Spaniel, I suggest that you visit some of the web sites listed on my Tail-Wagging Links page or read the articles at this web site that tell you what is in commercial dog foods and how to read their labels.
home.att.net /~wdcusick/WelshSpringerSpaniel.html   (1544 words)

  
 Chattahoochee English Springer Spaniel Rescue
Should a springer be seriously ill, has bitten someone, or has shown aggressive behavior, rescue will not accept the springer for legal reasons.
All springers are spayed or neutered as a condition of acceptance into the rescue program, no exceptions.
If CESSCGA Rescue is unable to foster the springer and the owner is unwilling to keep the springer until the springer is adopted, CESSCGA Rescue will recommend the owner place the springer in a shelter that we have made arrangements to have the shelter call us upon receipt of any purebred springer.
www.mindspring.com /~lenandzippy/cesscrescue.htm   (1417 words)

  
 English Springer Spaniel - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
An English Springer Spaniel in a country where docking is illegal.
Springers are known for their affectionate companionship and playful nature.
This spaniel is an older breed, appearing in paintings as early as the 1600s.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/English_Springer_Spaniel   (1267 words)

  
 Springer Spaniel at Doxette - The Right Dog Antiques and Collectibles   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
English Springer Spaniel Dog On The Hunt This English Springer Spaniel dog looks like he is ready, willing and more then able to spend the day in the field doing what he was bred to do, hunt, hunt and hunt.
Springer Spaniel Dog Soccer Ball Black White The Springer Spaniel dog in this picture is having a wonderful time with his soccer ball.
Springer Spaniel Dog Retrieving Bird This is a wonderful shot of an English Springer Spaniel dog jumping over a wire fence while retrieving the bird.
www.tias.com /6298/InventoryPage/1208951/1.html   (1305 words)

  
 Welsh Springer Spaniel
Another reason for the Welsh springer's frequently mistaken identification as a Brit is because the WSS is rarely seen in the field.
A red and white spaniel did appear in 16th century paintings and it is believed that because of color, conformation and carriage, these were paintings of what became the modern Welsh springer.
The Welsh springer is similar in size and ability to the English springer but they are usually a more methodical working dog and do not move with the same kind of speed.
www.gundogmag.com /gundog_breeds/welsh_081006   (696 words)

  
 English Springer Spaniel : Dog Breeds - Dog.com
The English Springer is a member of the British family of spaniels.
The larger ones became known as "springer" or "starter" spaniels and eventually became a separate breed.
One of the tallest spaniels, it is distinguished from the Cocker Spaniels by its longer legs and heavier head.
www.dog.com /breed/English-Springer-Spaniel.asp   (251 words)

  
 SPANIELS: WELSH SPANIEL
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is one of the very old kinds of spaniel and probably has the same origins as the English Springer Spaniel.
The Welsh Springer was registered, along with the English Springer as a breed in its own right by the Kennel Club of England in 1902.
In its Welsh homeland these qualities, as well as a pronounced love for water, has made the Welsh Springer an indispensable hunting companion; the Welsh Springer is also well suited for families with children for whom he may become an inseparable friend and companion.
www.jagdspaniel.de /welsh1.htm   (215 words)

  
 English Springer Spaniel - Canada's Guide to Dogs - Breeds
For centuries, the English Springer Spaniel breed was among favourites with sportsmen in Britain.
English Springer Spaniels are active in conformation, hunting, obedience, agility, flyball, tracking and as therapy dogs.
If you are considering the adoption of a English Springer Spaniel puppy, or any breed, it is very important to be selective in choosing a responsible and reputable breeder.
www.canadasguidetodogs.com /spanielspringer.htm   (837 words)

  
 Welsh Springer Spaniel - Canada's Guide to Dogs
The Welsh Springer Spaniel was originally called the Welsh Cocker and was renamed in 1902.
The Welsh Springer and English Springer Spaniel are entirely different breeds and not "varieties" of a Springer Spaniel.
The Welsh Springer is a compact, strong and symmetrical dog with a silky coat that is straight, thick and of medium length with moderate feathering on the legs, chest and underside of the body.
www.canadasguidetodogs.com /spanielwelsh.htm   (709 words)

  
 Englsih Springer Spaniels
The English Springer Spaniel is a well-balanced, well-built, small to medium-sized dog.
English Springer Spaniels possess many natural abilities to hunt upland game for long periods of time.
The English Springer Spaniel can have a color combination of fl and white or liver and white with tan markings.
www.dovehunt.com /bird_dogs/english_springer_spaniels.htm   (392 words)

  
 SPANIELS: ENGLISH SPRINGER SPANIEL   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
The English Springer Spaniel is an especially attractive spaniel, combining beauty, strength and quality to an exceptional degree.
The English Springer is also well suited for finding and retrieving game in water, both in deep water and among reeds.
The English Springer Spaniel is an ancient breed of hunting dog with of pure origins, although, like the Welsh Springer Spaniel, it was not recognised and described as a variety in its own right by the Kennel Club until 1902.
www.jagdspaniel.de /engspr1.htm   (158 words)

  
 English Springer Spaniel Pictures, Photos, Information and Free eCards   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
In 1900 the Norfolk Spaniel was renamed the English Springer Spaniel.
The English Springer Spaniel and the Cocker Spaniel were simply two sizes of the same dog, but in 1902 they were classified as two distinct breeds.
The English Springer Spaniel is the foundation of all of the English hunting spaniels.
www.dogbreedz.com /breeds/springer_spaniel.cfm   (327 words)

  
 English Springer Spaniels: What's Good About 'Em? What's Bad About 'Em?
English Springer Spaniels can be boisterous, but respond well to positive methods of obedience training.
English Springer Spaniels MUST have regular opportunities to vent their energy and do interesting things.
If you acquire an English Springer Spaniel puppy, you can't know for sure what he or she will grow up to be like.
www.yourpurebredpuppy.com /reviews/englishspringerspaniels.html   (775 words)

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