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For more information about the Sussex Spaniel Click hereThe Sussex Spaniel is an older breed of dog, which is native to Sussex, a county in England, UK. This breed is low to the ground and relatively small, while at the same time muscle. It has a similar appearance to the Clumber Spaniel.
Sussex Spaniels were bred as hunting and retrieving dogs and were often companion dogs. They are fairly laid back and slow but can also be energetic.
Description of the dog
The Sussex Spaniel makes a loving and gentle pet, as long as it gets enough exercise daily, it will remain calm. The breed isn't as confident and energetic when compared to other kinds of spaniel. It does, however, work very enthusiastically and is easy enough to train if you have some previous experience of dogs.
Sussex Spaniels are excellent retrievers, and while they are searching, they often bark continuously. The breed is very low to the ground and a bit chunky, which gives it a swinging gait when running. This dog can retrieve small game and works well on all terrain but does exceptionally well in the forest.
The Sussex Spaniel is also a great companion dog as they are gentle and get on well with everyone. They are also loyal and sociable dogs that make lovely family pets as they are good with children. They do usually tend to be slightly less energetic and playful than other breeds of Spaniel as they have slightly lower levels of energy.
Sussex Spaniels are very smart and are quick to learn. While training, it's important to be consistent. The breed also needs a firm and patient owner. These dogs do like to bark, so you may need to try and train them to bark less. Sussex Spaniels often snap if they're annoyed, and may develop other behavior problems.
Sussex Spaniels are medium-sized dogs and grow to between fifteen and sixteen inches to the shoulder. The males are usually slightly heavier, but theres not much difference in height between the sexes. They weight between forty and forty-four pounds and have a life span of between twelve and fifteen years.
A brief history of the Breed
Today Sussex Spaniels are considered to be a relatively rare breed of dogs. The breed was first developed in the 19th century in Sussex, England. It was bred as a hunting companion for small-game hunters and was able to retrieve game effectively.
It's thought that the Sussex Spaniel was developed by crossing various breeds of spaniels with hounds. These small dogs were a great help to field hunters who flushed game out of the undergrowth on foot. The Sussex Spaniels slow pace and good sense of smell, as well as their stamina, made them popular with hunters at the time.
During World War II, the popularity of Sussex Spaniels reduced, and they became rare. After the war, a breeder called Joy Freer saved these dogs by breeding from eight dogs that she had saved during the war. Sussex Spaniels that are around today are the direct descendants of joys dogs. The Sussex Spaniel was recognized as a breed by the American Kennel Club in 1884.
The Appearance of the breed
Sussex Spaniels are quite large dogs that are strong and muscled. They have short legs, which make them close to the ground. The breed has a wide skull, which is broad as well as a long, broad muzzle.
They have large eyes, usually hazel colored, and large, long ears that hang down the sides of their faces. The ears are covered in very soft, feathered hair. Sussex Spaniels have a glossy coat that can be flat or for some dogs, slightly wavy. The breeds have feathering on their neck and legs, as well as on the tail. Sussex Spaniels are usually a golden liver color.
Conclusion
The Sussex Spaniel is a versatile dog which can be used for tracking or hunting. It's an excellent dog for retrieving game and can also be used as a watchdog. This breed is the only spaniel to bay while hunting.
The Sussex Spaniel is a loyal and smart dog which is generally laid back and calm. They make excellent family pets as well as hunting companions.
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