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Sussex Spaniel
Medium Breed
The Sussex Spaniel is a calm and docile breed in the home, showing devotion and love to its family, but in the field it changes into an energetic and enthusiastic hunter.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Great Britain
Weight
23kg/ 50lbs (standards may vary)
Height
38-41cm/ 15-16in (standards may vary)
Coat
Flat and straight, with a weather resistant undercoat, ears covered in soft wavy hair, with well feathered fore and hind legs.
Markings
Rich golden liver with no markings
Lifespan
Above average, 12-15 years
The Sussex Spaniel is a breed whose talents include hunting, tracking, retrieving and watch dog. They love to be around people and you will experience the best this fantastic looking dog has to offer if enough time is spent with them.
Temperament
The Sussex Spaniel is a quiet and calm dog around the house, who lives for the chance to hunt; they are devoted to their owners. They have a tendency to be snappish if they are annoyed and can be dog aggressive; it is best to socialise this breed with other animals from an early age.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
The Sussex Spaniel is a loving breed which enjoys the company of people. Its beautiful coat is the distinguishing feature of the breed and it is as much a joy to stroke, which the breed will love, as it is to look at.
- Makes a good companion
- A very good hunting dog
- Can perform well as a watchdog
- Adapts well to most climates
- Does not require trimming or stripping, needs very little grooming
- Good for novice owners
- Requires sufficient exercise
- Better with a small yard
- Can be a noisy breed of dog
- Can be prone to ear infections, heart murmur and weight gain