French Spaniel
Breed Information |
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| Popularity |
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| Name | French Spaniel |
| Other names | Epagneul Français, French Setter, Canadian Setter |
| Origin |  France |
| Breed Group |
Guardian Dog (UKC) |
| Size | Medium |
| Type | Purebred |
| Life span | 10-12 years |
| Temperament |
Adaptable Calm Energetic Intelligent Loving Tough |
| Height |
Male: 22-24 inches (55-61 cm) Female: 21-23 inches (54-59 cm) |
| Weight | 44-55 pounds (20-25 kg) |
| Colors | Liver & White |
| Litter Size | 3-7 puppies |
| Puppy Prices |
Average $1500 - $2000 USD
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Breed Characteristics |
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| Adaptability |
3 stars |
| Apartment Friendly |
1 stars The French Spaniel is not recommended for apartment life. They are very active indoors and will do best with acreage. This breed is resistant to cold and damp conditions. |
| Barking Tendencies |
2 stars Occassional |
| Cat Friendly |
3 stars |
| Child Friendly |
4 stars Good with Kids: This is a suitable breed for kids and is known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around them. |
| Dog Friendly |
4 stars |
| Exercise Needs |
4 stars The French Spaniel needs exercise. They love exercise and have great stamina. They will not do well indoors as they are very active. They need an active owner. |
| Grooming |
2 stars The French Spaniel needs regular brushing but only bathe when necessary. French Spaniels are light shedders and are generally a low maintenance dog. |
| Health Issues |
2 stars Hypoallergenic: No |
| Intelligence |
3 stars Ranking: (N/A) Full Ranking List |
| Playfulness |
3 stars |
| Shedding Level |
5 stars Constant Shedding: Routine brushing will help. Be prepared to vacuum often! |
| Stranger Friendly |
3 stars |
| Trainability |
1 stars Difficult Training: The French Spaniel respond quickly to the tone of your voice and are easily intimidated. Their training needs to be consistent, firm but gentle. |
| Watchdog Ability |
3 stars |
French Spaniel Names |
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| Rank | Boy Names | Girl Names |
| 01 | Buddy | Molly |
| 02 | Sam | Bella |
| 03 | Toby | Coco |
| 04 | Jasper | Luna |
| 05 | Rocky | Nala |
| 06 | Shadow | Annie |
| 07 | Oliver | Zoey |
| 08 | Rocco | Stella |
| 09 | Bo | Lexi |
| 10 | Bailey | Missie |
| 100 Cute Puppy Names › | ||
Overview |
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The French Spaniel is one of the two tallest spaniel breeds, being taller than the English Springer Spaniel. Males can range in height from 22–24 inches (56–61 cm), and females are about an inch shorter. Dogs can range in weight from 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg). A normal dog has a muscular appearance with a deep chest and strong legs. The French Spaniel has eyes of a dark amber colour, and a thick tail that tapers towards the tip. The hair is medium, dense, with long feathers on the ears, backs of the legs and tail. It has some waviness on the chest and otherwise lies flat on the body. The normal colour of a French Spaniel's coat is white with brown markings rather in shade from a light cinnamon to dark liver. The French Spaniel has a friendly and outgoing personality and is well balanced and patient. It is not a naturally aggressive dog, is eager to please and thus can be trained easily. A dog of this breed will form a strong bond with its master, being typically a working dog. It has a high level of stamina and requires vigorous exercise. |
History |
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The French Spaniel is a descendant of the bird dogs used in the Middle Ages. The diverse varieties of hunting spaniels are descended from this breed. Through careful selection, the French Spaniel developed into an elegant and athletic pointing breed. The Epagneul Francais was recognized by the United Kennel Club January 1, 1996. |
References
- [1] ^ YouTube: French Spaniel - TOP 10 Interesting Facts
- [2] ^ American Kennel Club: French Spaniel Dog Breed Information
