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AMERICAN
WATER SPANIEL
WATER SPANIEL
A sturdy, muscular dog, the American water spaniel is a versatile scent hunter, flushing,
or springing, game birds rather than pointing them. It is a strong swimmer and retrieves
both on land and water. It is also used for hunting rabbits and other small animals.
or springing, game birds rather than pointing them. It is a strong swimmer and retrieves
both on land and water. It is also used for hunting rabbits and other small animals.
HISTORY
The American Water Spaniel was
developed as a hunting dog in the mid to
late 1800’s. Like many breeds the true
history of the AWS is shrouded in mystery
and legend. Today most people accept
the idea that the breed's development
occurred along the Wolf and Fox River
valleys of Wisconsin. It is likely that there
were three principal breeds utilized to
produce the AWS - the English Water
Spaniel, Curly Coated Retriever, and Irish
Water Spaniel.
In the market hunting days of our nation's
history, hunters needed a dog that could
function on land as well as in the marsh
and that could easily fit into a canoe or
skiff without taking up much room. The
AWS fit the bill and most breed historians
will tell you that Midwest market hunters
made wide use of this dog. The AWS was
not formally recognized as a purebred
dog until the United Kennel Club did so in
1920, followed by the Field Dog Stud
Book in 1938, and finally by the American
Kennel Club in 1940.
The popularity of the American Water
Spaniel peaked in the 1920's and 1930's
and then their history is left out. Not too
much is mentioned about this adorable
companionship dog.
In 1990, there were only 270 registered
American Water Spaniels, but it is
believed that many were not registered,
as hunters do not really care if they
register their hunting companion as a
purebred. Many people are not interested
in the show quality of their American
Water Spaniel when he is mainly used for
hunting.
The American Water Spaniel was
recognized as a purebred dog by the
United Kennel Club in 1920, the Field Dog
Stud Book in 1938, and the American
Kennel Club in 1940.
Many of the American Water Spaniels are
still not being registered today, however, if
you are searching for a great family
companion or hunting dog, then this is a
great breed to investigate.
The American Water Spaniel was
developed as a hunting dog in the mid to
late 1800’s. Like many breeds the true
history of the AWS is shrouded in mystery
and legend. Today most people accept
the idea that the breed's development
occurred along the Wolf and Fox River
valleys of Wisconsin. It is likely that there
were three principal breeds utilized to
produce the AWS - the English Water
Spaniel, Curly Coated Retriever, and Irish
Water Spaniel.
In the market hunting days of our nation's
history, hunters needed a dog that could
function on land as well as in the marsh
and that could easily fit into a canoe or
skiff without taking up much room. The
AWS fit the bill and most breed historians
will tell you that Midwest market hunters
made wide use of this dog. The AWS was
not formally recognized as a purebred
dog until the United Kennel Club did so in
1920, followed by the Field Dog Stud
Book in 1938, and finally by the American
Kennel Club in 1940.
The popularity of the American Water
Spaniel peaked in the 1920's and 1930's
and then their history is left out. Not too
much is mentioned about this adorable
companionship dog.
In 1990, there were only 270 registered
American Water Spaniels, but it is
believed that many were not registered,
as hunters do not really care if they
register their hunting companion as a
purebred. Many people are not interested
in the show quality of their American
Water Spaniel when he is mainly used for
hunting.
The American Water Spaniel was
recognized as a purebred dog by the
United Kennel Club in 1920, the Field Dog
Stud Book in 1938, and the American
Kennel Club in 1940.
Many of the American Water Spaniels are
still not being registered today, however, if
you are searching for a great family
companion or hunting dog, then this is a
great breed to investigate.
The waves and curls can vary from dog
to dog or from one area to another on
the same dog.
The American Water Spaniel has two
coats, the undercoat provides
protection against water and weather
and is not real soft or real coarse.
Both male and female American Water
Spaniels are between 15 and 18 inches
in height, while the females should
weigh around 25 to 40 pounds and the
males around 30 to 45 pounds.
The head should be proportion with the
overall dog and is of moderate length.
The expression is normally alert, smart,
self-confident, and striking. The eyes
are set quite a bit apart and being a bit
rounded, however, not bulging. The
eyelids of the American Water Spaniel
unlike other spaniel breeds do not
droop and is tight. The color of the
eyes can be light yellowish brown,
brown, hazel, or any dark tone to match
with their coat. Some may even have
yellow eyes, which resemble the color
of a lemon. The ears are set just above
the line of the eye but not high on their
head. They are long, lobular, and
broad with the leather going all the way
to the nose.
The American Water Spaniel muzzle is
of moderate size, which is square. The
lips are tight and clean without any
excess skin. Their nose is black or dark
brown and is wide with well-developed
nostrils for good scenting power for
hunting. The bite can be level or
scissor.
to dog or from one area to another on
the same dog.
The American Water Spaniel has two
coats, the undercoat provides
protection against water and weather
and is not real soft or real coarse.
Both male and female American Water
Spaniels are between 15 and 18 inches
in height, while the females should
weigh around 25 to 40 pounds and the
males around 30 to 45 pounds.
The head should be proportion with the
overall dog and is of moderate length.
The expression is normally alert, smart,
self-confident, and striking. The eyes
are set quite a bit apart and being a bit
rounded, however, not bulging. The
eyelids of the American Water Spaniel
unlike other spaniel breeds do not
droop and is tight. The color of the
eyes can be light yellowish brown,
brown, hazel, or any dark tone to match
with their coat. Some may even have
yellow eyes, which resemble the color
of a lemon. The ears are set just above
the line of the eye but not high on their
head. They are long, lobular, and
broad with the leather going all the way
to the nose.
The American Water Spaniel muzzle is
of moderate size, which is square. The
lips are tight and clean without any
excess skin. Their nose is black or dark
brown and is wide with well-developed
nostrils for good scenting power for
hunting. The bite can be level or
scissor.
They do tend to be a bit standoffish
which can turn into a shy or suspicious
pet if they do not receive another
exposure to people and a variety of
unusual sounds. The American Water
Spaniel craves companionship and
should not be left alone for hours at a
time. This can turn your loving dog into
a barking, chewing, and mischievous
one.
which can turn into a shy or suspicious
pet if they do not receive another
exposure to people and a variety of
unusual sounds. The American Water
Spaniel craves companionship and
should not be left alone for hours at a
time. This can turn your loving dog into
a barking, chewing, and mischievous
one.
CARE
The American Water Spaniel does well
living indoors even in an apartment
setting, however, he does require lots
of attention and lots of physical
exercise. He will need a medium sized
yard in which to romp and play,
remember he is a hunter at heart.
He will need to have his coat brushed
twice per week because he does have
an oily coat. However, bathing should
only be done as needed since the oil
protects the skin. With too many baths,
his skin can become dry. The
American Water Spaniel is a light
shedder.
All Spaniels can have problems with
their ears, if they are not cleaned
properly. You should wash the interior
of their ears weekly and keep them
free from hair.
Remember, the American Water
Spaniel needs companionship, when
left alone too much they can develop
separation anxiety and can become
destructive.
The American Water Spaniel does well
living indoors even in an apartment
setting, however, he does require lots
of attention and lots of physical
exercise. He will need a medium sized
yard in which to romp and play,
remember he is a hunter at heart.
He will need to have his coat brushed
twice per week because he does have
an oily coat. However, bathing should
only be done as needed since the oil
protects the skin. With too many baths,
his skin can become dry. The
American Water Spaniel is a light
shedder.
All Spaniels can have problems with
their ears, if they are not cleaned
properly. You should wash the interior
of their ears weekly and keep them
free from hair.
Remember, the American Water
Spaniel needs companionship, when
left alone too much they can develop
separation anxiety and can become
destructive.
DESCRIPTION
The American Water Spaniel is brown,
liver, or dark chocolate, the coat ranges
from curly to uniform waves.
The American Water Spaniel is brown,
liver, or dark chocolate, the coat ranges
from curly to uniform waves.
TEMPERAMENT
The American Water Spaniel is an
enthusiastic, friendly, and intelligent
breed of dog that is eager to please.
Whether out on a hunt or
lightheartedly playing with the family he
will enjoy every minute of activity.
This breed of dog is great with children
and is not the type of dog to bit unless
when startled or insensitively
disciplined. He is faithful and loyal to
his family. He is playful, energetic, and
desires to please his master.
The American Water Spaniel is an
enthusiastic, friendly, and intelligent
breed of dog that is eager to please.
Whether out on a hunt or
lightheartedly playing with the family he
will enjoy every minute of activity.
This breed of dog is great with children
and is not the type of dog to bit unless
when startled or insensitively
disciplined. He is faithful and loyal to
his family. He is playful, energetic, and
desires to please his master.
EXERCISE & FEEDING
House with a fenced yard; daily
exercise and attention. American
Water Spaniels will adapt to any
environment as long as they are with
their family. Does best in a rural or
suburban home with an active,
dog-experienced family with time for
training and exercise. A job with make
your American Water Spaniel happier.
House with a fenced yard; daily
exercise and attention. American
Water Spaniels will adapt to any
environment as long as they are with
their family. Does best in a rural or
suburban home with an active,
dog-experienced family with time for
training and exercise. A job with make
your American Water Spaniel happier.
HEALTH PROBLEMS
Alopecia, blindness, deafness,
epilepsy, heart problems, hip
dysplasia, luxating patellas, poor
temperament, spinal or neck problems,
thyroid problems, and skin problems.
Alopecia, blindness, deafness,
epilepsy, heart problems, hip
dysplasia, luxating patellas, poor
temperament, spinal or neck problems,
thyroid problems, and skin problems.
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