Clumber Spaniel Breeders in 7 States

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Clumber Spaniel Breed Information

Belonging to the AKC’s Sporting Group and originally bred to hunt and retrieve game birds, today Clumber Spaniels are dignified, intelligent, adaptable, and affectionate house pets.

If you are interested in bringing home a Clumber Spaniel puppy, please read the following important breed information before deciding if this dog will be the right fit for your lifestyle.

In terms of size, Clumber Spaniels are large dogs, standing 17-20 inches tall and weighing anywhere from 55 to 85 pounds. The average lifespan of a Clumber Spaniel is 10-12 years.

Clumber Spaniels are quite affectionate with family members and playful too. They are moderately patient and tolerant of children’s behaviors, especially young kids. Clumber Spaniels can get along with other dogs in the family provided they are properly socialized as puppies.

A Clumber Spaniel will be very open with strangers and barks only rarely. Therefore, these dogs don’t make the best watchdogs. If having a guard dog is your main priority, there are other more vigilant breeds you can consider.

This is an adaptable breed that can adjust to changes in routine. They do very well in apartment living despite their size and are an excellent choice for first-time dog owners. However, Clumber Spaniels are sensitive and do not tolerate being alone. They adapt very well to cold weather, but not so well to hot weather.

Clumber Spaniels are not very strong willed and can be trained with a gentle, consistent, reward-based training approach. They are tenacious, however, and can be challenging to train, especially for people with no prior experience handling dogs.

These dogs have moderate energy levels and mental stimulation needs. They enjoy swimming, games of fetch, and long walks. Clumber Spaniels are not too vocal and will only bark to alert. This breed has a strong prey drive and wanderlust potential, so the dog must be kept on leash at all times and in a fenced yard when outdoors.

The Clumber Spaniel’s medium length wavy or silky coat requires minimal care but can shed quite a bit. The folds of skin or wrinkles need to be kept clean, however, and the low-set ears also require regular cleaning. These dogs are pretty heavy droolers as well.

All in all, Clumber Spaniels are mellow, fuss-free, entertaining family pets. They are the largest of the flushing spaniel breeds. Prospective owners should be prepared to handle shedding and drooling, however.

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Clumber Spaniel Breeders in 7 States