Top Ten Favorite Spaniel Breeds

A Spaniel is a group of gun dog breeds. Spaniels are generally smaller dogs with longer coats and drop ears whose job is to assist with bird hunting. This list is for the favorite Spaniel breeds.
The Top Ten
1 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a small spaniel classed as a toy dog by The Kennel Club and the American Kennel Club.

These dogs are so cute and they can come in different colors

2 American Cocker Spaniel The American Cocker Spaniel is a breed of sporting dog. It is a spaniel type dog that is closely related to the English Cocker Spaniel; the two breeds diverged during the 20th century due to differing breed standards in America and the UK.

Two dogs of mine are cocker spaniels, sure they're mad basically, but they will love you no matter what.

3 English Springer Spaniel The English Springer Spaniel is a breed of gun dog in the Spaniel family traditionally used for flushing and retrieving game.

They are so sweet and kind! I love them so much!

4 English Cocker Spaniel A gun dog breed developed in England, the English Cocker Spaniel is known for its agility and keen nose. It has a medium-length coat and is commonly used for retrieving game in various terrains. The breed is friendly and highly trainable.
5 Tibetan Spaniel The Tibetan Spaniel is a breed of assertive, small, intelligent dogs originating over 2,500 years ago in the Himalayan mountains of Tibet.
6 Welsh Springer Spaniel The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a breed of dog and a member of the spaniel family. Thought to be comparable to the old Land Spaniel, they are similar to the English Springer Spaniel and historically have been referred to as both the Welsh Spaniel and the Welsh Cocker Spaniel.
7 Irish Water Spaniel
8 Clumber Spaniel The Clumber Spaniel is a breed of dog of the spaniel type, developed in the United Kingdom. It is the largest of the spaniels, and comes in predominantly white with either lemon or orange markings, but can sometimes be either brown or lemon predominantly.
9 Field Spaniel Originating in England, the Field Spaniel is a medium-sized dog breed bred for hunting and retrieving. It has a longer body and a rich, glossy coat, making it distinct from other spaniel breeds. The breed is characterized by its docile and sensitive nature.

I have owned 3 of these wonderful dogs, sadly I have only 1 left as the other 2 have passed away. They are laid-back and quiet but love being exercised and walking in the countryside. They are also brilliant with children and other dogs. I would recommend this breed to anyone.

10 Blue Picardy Spaniel Originating from France, the Blue Picardy Spaniel is a versatile gun dog known for its speckled blue-grey coat. It excels in water retrieving and is noted for its gentle and obedient temperament, making it an ideal companion for hunting as well as family life.
The Contenders
11 Sussex Spaniel The Sussex Spaniel is a breed of dog developed in Sussex in southern England. It is a low, compact spaniel and is similar in appearance to the Clumber Spaniel.
12 English Toy Spaniel
13 Boykin Spaniel Developed in the United States, specifically South Carolina, the Boykin Spaniel is a medium-sized hunting dog known for its keen retrieving skills, both on land and water. It has a brown, curly coat and is often considered to be friendly and enthusiastic.

The Newest Spaniel Presented at the National Eukenueba Dog Show

14 American Water Spaniel Developed in the United States, this versatile hunting dog is skilled in retrieving from water, thanks to its water-resistant curly coat. It is a medium-sized breed known for its intelligence and versatility, often used in hunting both small game and waterfowl.
15 French Spaniel Also native to France, this gun dog breed is one of the oldest spaniel breeds, originally bred for hunting game birds. It has a medium-length, wavy coat and is known for its intelligence and adaptability to various hunting tasks.
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