Temperament
Calm, Affectionate, Gentle, Stubborn.
Health problems to know about
- Hip dysplasia
- Pyruvate dehydrogenase phosphatase deficiency (DNA test available)
- Heart defects, especially pulmonary valve stenosis
- Intervertebral disc disease
- Ear infections
Ask breeders for the parents' health test results, and check what your national breed club recommends screening for.
Daily care
A long daily walk with time to sniff, plus a lean diet to spare that long back. Brush the feathering several times a week and keep the heavy ears clean and dry.
A good fit for
Families wanting a steady, affectionate spaniel who is happy to amble rather than sprint, and who will wait on a breeder list for one.
Probably not ideal for
Small flats, owners after quick obedience, and homes with cats or small pets the dog has not been raised with.
Popularity: AKC 2025 registration rankings (US); Royal Kennel Club 2025 registrations (UK, ranked by us). Breed traits are tendencies, not guarantees. Individual dogs vary, and mixed breeds and rescues can be wonderful fits too.
