Article From SubmitYOURArticle.com: 10 Reasons why Springer Spaniels are the Best Family Dogs

OK. Maybe I am biased, having owned English and
Welsh springers which leads me to this springer
spaniel advice article. If you are looking for a
dog, whether a rescue dog or a puppy, then here
are ten reasons why either of these two breeds is
the best for you, whether you have a young
family, are looking a loyal companion or just
want a fun dog to get you out into the fresh air
and countryside.

Reason #1 - History Equals Refinement

Springer spaniels are part of the Gundog group
and their history can be traced back a thousand
years. This means that they are highly developed,
but with all that time the bad inbreeding traits
have been largely eliminated.

Reason #2 - History Equals Choice

Given their history and a thousand years
refinement, there are several spaniel lines to
choose from, within which we have the Springers.
The American Kennel Club of England recognises
two distinct pedigrees of Springer Spaniel: The
English Springer and the Welsh Springer. They are
clearly close cousins, yet clearly distinct. The
English Springer is much more numerous than the
Welsh Springer.

Reason #3 - They are Popular and this Means Choice

Because these dogs are so popular, then there are
many breeders. Therefore you will have plenty of
breeders to choose from, and plenty of choice of
puppy. You are very likely to find a breeder
quite close to you, without having to travel for
hours as you might have to for a rare breed.

Reason #4 - Popularity Equals Health

These dogs are so popular because they are
generally healthy. This is thought to be because
they date back so far and have been such a
successful breed that the breeding stock is
widespread, reducing the effects of inbreeding.
When a genetic problem does appear (inevitable
from time to time) then there is plenty of stock
to enable the condition to be eliminated from the
problem line.

Reason #5 - Economic to Keep

They are medium sized and can be fed for around
$7-$9 a week (£5-£7), and because they
do not need professional trimming and grooming
you save on cost here too. Their general good
health means that on average the veterinary costs
are low too.

Reason #6 - Effective Guard Dogs

They are not tiny and will not be ignored by
intruders - an adult English Springer weighs 50
lbs - imagine being hit by that at a run. They
will warn of strangers but without being too
aggressive. And, because they are so loyal, they
will defend their family staunchly.

Reason #7 - Travel

Medium size means that they fit comfortably into
the average family auto, without needing a huge
SUV or truck, and they are small enough to travel
easily on the railroad.

Reason #8 - Coat

Unlike say, a border collie, they do not shed
hair heavily - they are considered to be medium
shedders. So, your home does not get too much dog
hair lying around; also of course, because their
hair is only medium length then it is relatively
easy to keep them well groomed.

Reason # 8 - Terrific Personality

These dogs (and I have owned both English and
Welsh Springers) are great fun, full of vitality,
but also loving and affectionate. They love to
play games and to retrieve, particularly when
water is involved.

Reason # 9 - Color

The English Springer has two distinct colour
lines - liver and white, and black and white;
both may have tan markings in addition. In
addition, the blue roan is a recognised coloring
in the USA. The Welsh Springer has only one
coloring - red and white. Does it seem frivolous
to talk about color choice? Well, it is important
to some owners.

Reason # 10 - Exercise for them Means Exercise
for You

Yes, that is a good reason, because it ensures
that you and your family will get plenty of
exercise too, and a lot of fun into the bargain.

I have stopped at ten reasons, but I could give
you more, such as them being intelligent, eager
to learn and easy to train. All in all, this adds
up to a very strong recommendation of these dogs.

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Written by a long time springer spaniel
enthusiast and owner. If you are considering
other breeds, then check to see how they compare
with this springer spaniel advice given here. You
can discover a whole lot more about English
Springer Spaniels at ==>
http://www.springerspanieladvice.com/about-english
-springer-spaniels/ and a lot more too at ==>
http://www.springerspanieladvice.com

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