Clumber Spaniel
- Great with kids
- Needs space
- Sheds a lot
The Clumber Spaniel is a large, affectionate and gentle gun dog. It is an ancient breed, first developed in the English county of Clumber in the 1700s. Clumbers are known for their thick white coat, which is usually double-coated, and is relatively low-maintenance. They make excellent family pets, but they also excel in the field as hunting dogs. Clumbers can be very sensitive and they do not respond well to harsh treatment. They are loyal and devoted to their family and are usually good with children.
- Weight
- 55–86 lb (25–39 kg)
- Height at the shoulder
- 17–20 in (43–51 cm)
- Life span
- 10–12 years
- Exercise
- About 60 minutes a day
- Coat
- Medium, Double
- Origin
- England (Clumber Park, Nottinghamshire), United Kingdom (18th century)
Traits
Family and friends
- Children: Great with children
- Other dogs: Good with other dogs
- Strangers: Polite with strangers
Home and activity
- Energy: Moderately active
- Apartment living: Needs space
- Barking: Barks a little
- Training: Fairly easy to train
Care
- Grooming: Regular brushing
- Shedding: Sheds a lot
- Drooling: Drools sometimes
Temperament
Affectionate
Dignified
Gentle
Loyal
Mellow
Sweet-tempered
Coat colours
White with lemon markings and white with orange markings
Males and females
| Measure | Males | Females |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 71–86 lb (32–39 kg) | 55–71 lb (25–32 kg) |
| Height | 18–20 in (46–51 cm) | 17–19 in (43–48 cm) |
Recognized by
American Kennel Club (AKC), Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), The Kennel Club (UK) (KC) and United Kennel Club (UKC)
Caring for a Clumber Spaniel
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Sources
- Official Standard for the Clumber Spaniel (AKC) (opens in a new tab)
- CLUMBER SPANIEL Official UKC Breed Standard (opens in a new tab)
- AKC Standard & Judges Education – Clumber Spaniel Club of America (opens in a new tab)
- Clumber 101 – Clumber Spaniel Club of America (opens in a new tab)
- Clumber Spaniel Breed: Characteristics, Care & Photos (opens in a new tab)
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