Typical Size
Medium
Weight Range
26 - 34 lbs
Life Expectancy
12-14 years
Appearance: Compact sporting dog (15-17 inches). Softly contoured head, dark melting eyes (alert, dignified expression), lush close-lying ears. Medium-length silky coat in various colors/patterns. Balanced in construction and movement.
Traits & Characteristics: Often described as 'merry'. Upbeat in field, mellow at home. Widely admired for delightful personality, irresistible looks. Tireless, eager-to-please hunter's helper (flushing/retrieving gamebirds). Charming, agreeable household companion.
Origins: England.
A scientific yet warm breakdown of human-canine compatibility and natural instincts.
Social
Gentle
Open
Playmate
Vigor
Interactivity
Eager
Smart
Vocal
Guardian
Care
Hair
Individual dogs may vary from breed characteristics. These ratings represent general breed tendencies based on typical traits.
