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Clumber Spaniel Breeders

Description: The Clumber Spaniel is first and foremost a gun dog, they may look heavy and stubby, but are very good hunters. Sometimes known as the "Gentleman's Gun Dog", they are the largest of all spaniels. Friendly, affectionate, intelligent but sometimes reserved they make an ideal companion for an active elderly person or a family with children. The Clumber Spaniel does have a tendency to be lazy if left alone, but will always be ready to join a walk or go hunting.

Height: 19 - 20 inches
Weight: 65 - 80 lbs.

Colors: Plain white body with lemon markings preferred; orange permissible; slight head markings and freckled muzzle.
Coat: Abundant, close and silky. Body coat is dense, straight and flat. Feathering on eyes, legs, belly and tail.

Temperament: The Clumber Spaniel is dedicated, responsive
With Children: Yes
With Pets: Yes
Special Skills: Field sports dog and family pet.

Watch-dog: Low
Guard-dog: Low

Care and Training: The Clumber Spaniel Coat needs frequent brushing and bi-monthly trimming. Requires a good amount of walking to prevent them from becoming obese. Learns slowly so patience and repetition is required.
Learning Rate: Medium

Activity: Low - Clumber Spaniel loves curling up on the couch, eating and sleeping.
Living Environment: Country home or a home with a large backyard.

Health Issues: Hip dysplasia, back problems, retinal dysplasia and entropion.

Life Span: 10 - 15 years
Litter Size: 2 - 8

Country of Origin: Great Britain
History: Named for the Clumber Estate of the Duke of Newcastle they are believed to have originated with the Duc de Noailles who moved his kennel to England for sanctuary during the French Revolution. The Clumber Spaniel is said to have come from the Basset Hound or early Alpine Spaniel blood.

First Registered by the AKC: 1878
AKC Group: Sporting Group
Class: Gundog
Registries: AKC, ANKC, CKC, FCI (Group 8), KC,(GB), UKC

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