Clumber Spaniels

Appearance:

Body: Muscular, heavily boned, deep chest, and long, straight back.

Coat: Dense, straight, flat, soft, and weather resistant.

Color: Predominantly white with yellow or orange markings.

Ears: Natural, triangular-shaped, and broad, with a rounded lower edge.

Eyes: Dark amber or clear, sunken, and softly expressive.

Feet: Large and tight with thick pads. Rear feet are somewhat smaller than front feet.

Head: Massive and square. Broad at the top with a pronounced stop, a large, square flesh-like colored nose, and broad muzzle.

Legs: Forelegs are straight, short, and powerful. Hind legs are muscular with well let down hocks and well bent stifles.

Neck: Long, thick, and well-muscled.

Size:
Weight: 55 - 85 pounds (35 - 38.5kg)
Height: 17 - 20 inches (43 - 51cm)

Tail: Low set, feathered, and usually docked.

Behavior

Recommended for novice dog handlers
Not recommended as a guard dog
Not suited for running or jogging with their owner

The Clumber Spaniel is a affectionate, gentle, and loyal dog who snores and loves to be mischievous. You will find food missing from the table and countertops and shoes missing from the closet if you don't keep an eye on this little thief.

The AKC Standard says "His stature is dignified, his expression pensive, but at the same time, he shows great enthusiasm for work and play."

He has a clown-like personality and a sweet, happy-go-lucky attitude making him a desirable companion. He is friendly with people, family or stranger, and with other animals.

Clumbers are happiest in a country setting and require daily exercise and training along with regular entertainment. They thrive on attention from their owner. If they become bored, they may also become destructive.

Breed Type

AKC Group: Sporting Group

Used for tracking and game retrieving, as well as companionship. They have also been used in gardens to kill insects, and to retrieve fallen leaves.

Care and Grooming

Exercise: Lots of daily exercise and play are needed for this energetic breed. A good game of fetch will keep him happy and fit.

Grooming: Clumber Spaniels drool and shed constantly. Brush thoroughly two to three times weekly. His ears should be kept clean and dry. If you hunt or like to hike with your Clumber, be sure to check him over thoroughly for parasites when you return home.

Health

Life Expectancy: 12 - 13 Years

Possible Problems:
Entropion (turning inward of eyelids)
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism

Country of Origin

United Kingdom