Gundogs Flashcards
-S
-15-31
-12-15
-USA
-Any color; long, wavy; upper cut short, lower left long
-Sturdy compact body
Conspicuously rounded head; large round eyes; pronounced stop
-pendant, long hair
-straight tail
- happy, sweet, playful, may be shy, pet or working
- Ex 3
- Gr 3
- Tr 2
- So 2
- AKC
small, bug eyed, severe stop
Cocker Spaniel
-M
-29-33
-12-15
-UK
- Any color, solids should have no white markings; long, wavy; upper cut short bottom left long; fluffy chest
- square muzzle with moderate flews
- pendant, long hair
- feathering on tail
- gentle, affectionate, intelligent
- flushing out woodcock and grouse
- show dogs heavier and sturdier than working
- E 2
- G 3
- T 2
- S 3
-AKC
larger than cousin, the most popular spaniel
English Cocker Spaniel
M/T
40-55
12-14
Germany
- brown-roan, red, brown, red-roan; dense, wavy
- spoon-shaped feet
- short, fine hair on head; kind, medium brown eyes
- drop, lightly feathered
- huge stamina, not for inexperienced owner, loves the water
- retriever
E3
G2
T2
S2
FCI
German Spaniel
M
40-55
10-12
UK
- liver, black, roan, may have white/tan markings; moderately long; fluffy chest; feathering on back on legs
- body long compared to leg length
- moderate stop; liver colored nose
- drop ears, long hair
- light feathering on underside of tail
- high-energy, docile, needs to be kept busy
- retrieving from water and heavy cover
E3
G2
T2
S3
AKC
Field Spaniel
S/M
24-40
14-16
US
- dark chocolate, liver, may have white on chest and toes; curly
- compact round feet
- shorter hair on face; distinctive brown, oval eyes
- traditionally docked tail
- drop, curly hair
- cheerful, energetic, loyal, intelligent, willing to work, easy-going, gets along well with other dogs and children
E3
G2
T1
S3
AKC
official state dog of South Carolina
Boykin Spaniel
M
40-51
12-15
UK
- golden-liver; long rich; feathering on chest and between toes; shorter on face
- body length greatly exceeds leg length; round feet
- hazel eyes under wrinkled brow
- pendant ears, long silky hair
- kindly, easy-going, enthusiastic
- will bark which is usually frowned upon in other gundogs
- distinctive rolling gait
E3
G2
T2
S3
AKC
* kinda smushy face*
Sussex Spaniel
M
55-75
10-12
France
- white coat with orange markings; long; feathering at throat
- heavy-boned, firm, low to ground; short legs; round feet; wide, deep chest
- broad, deep muzzle with well-defined stop; dark amber eyes; broad head
- drop ears, large
- well-feathered tail
- good-tempered, calm, steady, gentle, well-behaved
E2
G2
T1
S3
AKC
favored by French aristocracy; most solidly built of its breed
Clumber Spaniel
M/T
40-51
12-14
UK
- liver/white, black/white, may have tan markings, freckles on legs; thick, straight, weather-resistant; heavily feathered chest; moderate feathering on body
- pronounced stop; kind, almond shaped, dark hazel eyes
- pendant ears, eye level
- tail carried below level of back, well-feathered
- enthusiastic, affectionate, loves outdoors, mud and water, sociable, very sensitive, bright, willing to learn, likes family and other animals
- originally used to startle birds into the air
E3
G2
T1
S3
AKC
the classic gundog
English Springer Spaniel
M
35-51
12-15
UK
- red/white; straight, soft, rich; feathering above hock, on chest, and ears
- round, cat feet; long, muscular neck
- finer head than cousin; brown nose
- drop, low-set ears, vine-leaf-shaped ears
- family dog, jolly, inclined to wander
E3
G2
T2
S3
AKC
brynna
Welsh Springer Spaniel
T
44-66
10-12
Ireland
- puce-liver; naturally oily, dense ringlets; virtually waterproof; smooth hair on throat on v-shaped patch
- broad, level back; large round hairy feet
- smoother hair on face; nose matches coat color
- drop, curly
- smooth tail except at base
- active, gentle, faithful, slow to mature, headstrong
E3
G2
T1
S3
AKC
known for plunging into ice cold water giving name “bogdog”; the clown of its breed family
Irish Water Spaniel
M
26-46
10-12
USA
- liver, chocolate, may have a few white hairs on chest and toes; tight, oily curls; less curly coat called Marcel
- moderate size, lean build; moderate feathering on legs
- broad head; light brown eyes; smooth hair on face
- ears covered in curly hair, drop
- tail has moderate feathering
- eager to please and easy to train
- flush and retrieve water fowl from boats or shore
E2
G1
T1
S3
AKC
curlier boykin
American Water Spaniel
M
31-49
10-14
Spain
- brown, white, black, brown/white, black/white, may have light chest markings; woolly, forms chords if left unclipped
- back slopes gently towards tail; legs slightly shorter than body length; round, hairy feet
- nose matches color of coat
- ears curly
- tail barely reaches hocks
- adaptable, no-nonsense, biddable, level-headed, impatient with children
- herding, hunting, towing boats
E2
G2
T1
S2
AKC
aka Perro de Agua
Spanish Water Dog
M/T
35-55
10-14
Portugal
- 2 types: long/wavy and short/curly; black, white, brown, black/white, brown/white, may have white markings
- hindquarters clipped for show and work; round feet
- round eyes set far apart; forehead has central furrow
- tail curved with plumed tip
- long pendant ears
- active, intelligent, lively mind, desire to please, adaptable, can be destructive if not kept busy
- fisherman’s nets as often as hunter’s game
E2
G3
T1
S3
AKC
Portuguese Water Dog
M+
46-71
10-13
Germany
- any solid color; profuse, dense, curly; simple, all over clip is easiest to maintain
- small, oval feet with arched toes
- head carried high; dark, almond shaped eyes; strong, well-chiseled face and jaw
- long, wide, pendant ears
- intelligent, good companion, robust, clever, good-tempered
- originally water dog/retriever
E2
G3
T1
S3
AKC
we all know who dis is
Poodle (Standard)
M/T
35-65
12-14
France
- variety; long, woolly, curly; perfect protection
- round, broad feet
- face profusely covered with hair
- low-set drop ears covered in long hair
- tail has slight hook at tip
- relaxed, affectionate, tolerant, friendly to children and dogs
- water dog
E2
G3
T2
S3
FCI
one of Europes oldest water dogs; not popular anymore bc coat is so high-maintenance
Barbet
T
33-44
12-13
Netherlands
- solid black or dark brown, white chest markings; curly
- round, arched feet
- rounded top to head
- long tail curled into ring
- low-set ears hang flat against head
- capable, reserved, independent, ,slightly suspicious, unsuited to city living, reliable and rugged for rural
- control otters, flushing and retrieving, also guard and farm
E2
G3
T2
S2
FCI
aka Dutch Spaniel/Wetterhoun
Frisian Water Dog
S/M/T
46-71
10-13
France
- any color; fine, dense, corded coat
- level back
- muzzle has straight bridge; oblique, almond shaped eyes; long, elegant, narrow head
- ears covered in cords
- smart, friendly, level-headed
- guard or companion
E2
G2
T1
S1
not recognized
that one breed but with corded coat
Corded Poodle
M
31-40
12-14
France
- orange/white, liver/white, black/white, tricolor, may have roan; dense, fairly fine, slightly wavy
- compact, round feet; feathering on forelegs
- muzzle tapered but not pointed; oval, dark eyes
- high-set tail carried just below back level
- triangular, drop ears
- adaptable, reliable, good-natured family companion
- flushes/retrieves game, locating birds, sporting, companion
E3
G2
T1
S3
AKC
aka as a spaniel or Epagneul Breton
Brittany
M
24-35
12-14
Italy
- white with brown markings, orange, brown, roan; orange and roan may have brown mask; wooly, curly, tight ringlets
- deep chest; rounded, compact feet
- liver-colored nose
- medium triangular drop ears with rounded tips
- affectionate, boisterous, good-natured, likes to be kept busy
- retriever, truffle, companionship
E3
G2
T2
S3
AKC
complicated name
Lagotto Romagnolo
T
40-53
12-14
France
- brown/gray/brown mottling, brown; curly, disheveled
- round feet with curly hair between toes; deep, broad chest reaches elbows
- long, slightly pointed muzzle; rounded skull with topknot of curly hair; small, dark, amber eyes
- drop ears covered with long, silky hair
- tail slightly curved with lighter-colored tip
- engaging, energetic outdoors and relaxed in home
- retriever, specialist at hunting in water and swampland
E3
G2
T2
S3
FCI
just a raggeddy lookin spaniel
Pont-Audemer Spaniel
T
40-60
13-14
Germany
- brown/white, white legs with brown mottling; silky; long
- white blaze on head
- feathered, broad drop ears
- medium length, well-feathered tail
- lively, intelligent, cheerful, affectionate
- flushing out game birds, mainly used for hunting
E2
G2
T1
S3
FCI
not actually related to its larger namesake
Small Munsterlander Pointer
T/XT
65-68
12-13
Germany
- black/white with black flecking; long, dense; provides insulation
- black mantle; legs are well-feathered
- solid black head; white hairs at tip of snout
- wavy pendant ears
- slow to mature, calm, highly trainable, versatile, loves close human company, good with kids
- hunting, happiest in home
E2
G2
T1
S3
FCI
related to GSP
Large Munsterlander
T
42-55
12-14
Netherlands
- black/white, orange/white; white markings/ticking; long, straight, smooth
- long, level back; feathered back of front legs
- pronounced stop
- drop
- feathered, curving tail
- adaptable, robust, easy, active, even-tempered, excellent with children
- companion, farm, retrieves
E2
G2
T1
S3
FCI
aka Stabyhoun
Frisian Pointing Dog