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Description: The Boykin Spaniel is medium in size, sturdy, and a typical spaniel. The Boykin Spaniel is first and foremost a hunting dog with proven retrieving and flushing abilities characterized by boundless intelligence. The Boykin Spaniel shows great desire to please. The Boykin Spaniel is a strong swimmer, taking to the water easily, and is valuable for water retrieving as well as field retrieving.

Height: Male Boykin Spaniel: 15 1/2 - 18 ", Female Boykin Spaniel: 14 - 16 1/2 "
Weight: Male Boykin Spaniel: 30 - 40 lbs., Female Boykin Spaniel: 25 - 35 lbs.

Colors: Solid, rich, liver (reddish brown or dark chocolate). Allowing small white spot on chest.
Coat: Wavy, curly, waterproof

Temperament: The Boykin Spaniel is friendly with an admirable disposition. The Boykin Spaniel has no hostility towards other dogs or people in normal situations. Excessive timidity or hyperactivity is not seen with the Boykin's character.
With Children: Great with children.
With Pets: Yes

Watch-dog:
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Care and Exercise: The Boykin Spaniel needs bi-monthly brushing. Sheds in spring. Daily walking and swimming as the weather permits.
Training: Finesse and well-timed coaching will work better than some of the more severe methods used on large retrievers.
Learning Rate: Very intelligent.

Activity:
Living Environment: Inside or fenced in backyard.

Health Issues: Hip dysplasia and eyes.

Life Span: 12 - 15 years
Litter Size: 5 - 7

Country of Origin: USA
History: Developed by L. Whitaker Boykin of Spartanburg, South Carolina, a small brown spaniel was bred to various spaniels who had similar aptitudes resulting in the formation of the Boykin Spaniel family. A Springer, American Water Spaniel, Pointer and Chesapeake Bay Retriever contribute to the history of the Boykin Spaniel breed.

Class: Gun Dog
Registries: UKC

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