Sussex Spaniel
Sussex Spaniel
Nickname:
Sussex
AKC Group:
Sporting Group
Height:
13 to 15 Inches
Weight:
35 to 45 Pounds
Appearance:
Medium-sized, long, low, heavy-boned dog covered in a wavy, feathery coat. The head is broad and flat-topped with a wide muzzle. The ears are long, feathered and hang close to the head. The tail is of medium length, feathered and carried erect.
Color:
Golden liver.
Grooming:
Minimal grooming required.
Temperament:
Mellow, friendly, loving, easygoing dogs with a strong instinct to flush, hunt and retrieve. They are patient and good with children and other pets. They make great all around family companions.
Lifespan:
16 years
History:
Originated in Sussex England to be a sporting dog. Used to flush, hunt and retrieve.
Health Concerns:
Heart problems, hypothyroidism, eye problems and ear infections.
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