8 Spaniel Dog Breeds for Canine Lovers

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1. American Cocker Spaniel

Popular, small, lively, and affectionate. Smart, playful, good with kids and dogs. High-maintenance coat.

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2. American Water Spaniel

Rare breed from Great Lakes, US. Developed from Irish & English water spaniels. Excellent family pets, high energy, strong bond with owners.

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3. Boykin Spaniel

SC's official dog, great for water retrieval. Athletic, friendly, loves exercise. Sociable, mellow, and snuggly with training.

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4. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

noble heritage, popular spaniel in the US. Affectionate, sociable, low-energy, perfect for apartments. AKC Toy Group.

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5. Clumber Spaniel

calm, mellow at home, slower than other spaniels, wary of strangers, jowly, drools a lot. Rare breed, may need waiting list.

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6. English Cocker Spaniel

compact, enthusiastic, and agile. Originally hunting companions, now popular as active, loving Velcro dogs. Need company and exercise.

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7. English springers

active, driven spaniels. Excellent scenting abilities. Work as detection dogs. Affectionate, trainable, reward-based training works.

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8. Papillon

small, smart spaniel descendants with butterfly ears. Active, trainable, but stubborn. Watch out for their big voices and separation anxiety.