Boykin Spaniel
Also called Little Brown Dog and Swamp Poodle
- Great with kids
- Easy to train
- Needs space
The Boykin Spaniel is a medium-sized breed of dog that was originally bred in the United States for hunting waterfowl. They are intelligent, friendly, and eager to please, and make excellent hunting dogs.
- Weight
- 24–40 lb (11–18 kg)
- Height at the shoulder
- 14–18 in (36–46 cm)
- Life span
- 12–15 years
- Exercise
- About 60 minutes a day
- Coat
- Medium, Curly
- Origin
- South Carolina, United States (early 20th century (1900s))
Traits
Family and friends
- Children: Great with children
- Other dogs: Good with other dogs
- Strangers: Polite with strangers
Home and activity
- Energy: Energetic
- Apartment living: Needs space
- Barking: Barks a little
- Training: Very easy to train
Care
- Grooming: Regular brushing
- Shedding: Sheds moderately
- Drooling: Drools a little
Temperament
Avid
Eager to please
Friendly
Intelligent
Merry
Tenacious
Coat colours
Brown, dark chocolate and rich liver
Males and females
| Measure | Males | Females |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 31–40 lb (14–18 kg) | 24–35 lb (11–16 kg) |
| Height | 15–18 in (39–46 cm) | 14–17 in (36–42 cm) |
Recognized by
American Kennel Club (AKC) and United Kennel Club (UKC)
Caring for a Boykin Spaniel
Find pet services near you that suit this breed.
Breeds of a similar size
All medium breeds
Sources
- Official Standard for the Boykin Spaniel - AKC (opens in a new tab)
- Boykin Spaniel Dog Breed Information - AKC (opens in a new tab)
- Breed Standard - Boykin Spaniel Puppies (opens in a new tab)
- Boykin Spaniel - Wikipedia (opens in a new tab)
- FAQ | BSCBAA - AKC Boykin Spaniels (opens in a new tab)
Breed details from The Dog API (opens in a new tab).