Pheasant Hunting: The English Springer Spaniel
History
The English Springer Spaniel was developed in the early 1900s to do one job: detect pheasants in high grass or brush, flush them from their safe cover, then point and retrieve their prize.
Physical Attributes
This dog has a medium sized, compact body with a double coat that protects from almost all weather conditions.
Stamina
Because of the dogs symmetrical and balanced body, the English Springer is built to cover a lot of ground with agility and endure long hours out on the field.
Personality
The English Springer is extremely polite and the ultimate people pleaser. This dog wants to do everything for you on a trip and wants to be best friends with the family at home.
Training Advice From AKC
“Early socialization and puppy training classes are important and help to ensure that the Springer grows into a well-adjusted, well-mannered companion. Springers are lively and highly intelligent, and continued training and gentle guidance are vital. The owner should be sure to be in control at all times, because the Springer is an active and forward explorer of his environment. The Springer wants to be with his family, and undesirable behaviors can result if he is regularly left alone for long periods of time.”