Energy
Shedding
Trainability
Barking
Good with kids
Flat-friendly
Temperament
Friendly, Devoted, Willing, Energetic.
Health problems to know about
- Hip dysplasia
- Elbow dysplasia
- Eye conditions (ophthalmologist screening advised)
Ask breeders for the parents' health test results, and check what your national breed club recommends screening for.
Daily care
Daily running, swimming or field work. Brush or comb weekly and tidy the feet and ears now and then. Gentle, consistent training works far better than harsh handling.
A good fit for
Hunters, hikers and active families who want a dog that sheds less than most gundogs.
Probably not ideal for
Kennel or garden-only life, small flats, and owners with little time for exercise.
Sources
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.
