Gundogs AKC 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
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
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
M/T
20-24
12-13
Netherlands
- white with orange/red patches; sleek, slightly wavy
- long hair on neck forms ruff; small, hare feet; feathering on back of front legs
- white blaze on face; alert, almon deep brown eyes; shorter hair on face
- drop ears covered in long silky hair
- well-feathered tail
- cheerful, energetic, not suited to city life, playful, dedicated to owners but aloof with strangers
- waving tail and never barking to lure and drive curious waterfowl into tunnel traps or “kooin”, still does it today for bird researchers
E2
G2
T1
S2
AKC
known for its unusual job
Nederlandske Kooikerhondje
T
44-46
11-13
France
- grey-black speckling, black patches, bluish shade; slightly wavy
- tight, round feet with plenty of hair between toes
- well-defined stop; pendulous flews; lighter colored blaze
- long, drop ears covered with wavy hair
- tail about hock length
- playful, gentle, loves attention and exercise, quiet, easy-going, good with children
- pointing and retrieving snip, too friendly for guarding
E2
G2
T1
S3
FCI
blue version
Blue Picardy Spaniel
T
55-66
12-13
UK
- blue belton, orange or lemon belton, liver belton may have tan markings
- elegant appearance
- light tan marks on face; square muzzle with slightly pendulous flews
- low-set pendant ears
- well-feathered tail
- cheerful, tireless, country-house dog, needs lots of exercise but has calm and reliable temperament
- track, set, and retrieve birds
E3
G2
T1
S3
AKC
carver’s dog
English Setter
XT
60-71
12-13
Ireland
- red; long, glossy; longer hair on underside of body
- verry deep, narrow chest; feathering on back on legs and shorter hair on front of lower legs
- deep, square muzzle; level, kind, almond shaped eyes
- silky drop ears
- well-feathered tail
- exuberant, devil-may-care, enthusiastic, needs active and patient owner, adores children and other animals, slow to mature, gets into trouble
- hunting, more commonly companion
E3
G2
T2
S3
AKC
the red dog of Ireland
Irish Setter
XT
55-75
12-13
Ireland
- red/white; clear, crisp colored areas, red mottling on face
- strong body with deep chest
- broad, domed head
- pendant ears level with eyes and set far back
- playful, slow to mature, intelligent, impulsive, cheerful, energetic, thrives on attention and firm guidance
- hunting, now companion
E3
G2
T1
S3
AKC
long overshadowed by similar cousin
Irish Red and White Setter
T/XT
57-66
12-13
UK
- coal black with typical chestnut-red markings on feet, lower legs, and face; shiny; fringe on belly may extend to throat
- lean, long neck; full feathering on long, muscular thighs
- deep head with slightly rounded skull
- pendant
- outgoing but obedient, likes wide open spaces, level headed, loyal, needs vigorous exercise
- originally track and point at game birds
E3
G2
T1
S3
AKC
the black and tan of supremely elegant breed
Gordon Setter
M/T
37-51
12-13
Canada
- red, typical white chest and feet markings; water-repellant, dense undercoat
- level back
- tapering muzzle; slightly wedge shaped head; close fitting lips; almond shaped alert eyes
- triangular drop ears held slightly erect
- well-feathered tail, broad at base
- family dog, playful, quiet, obedient, tireless
- unusual form of duck/goose hunting
E2
G2
T1
S3
AKC
looks kinda like a golden retriever
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
T
44-71
10-14
Germany
- liver with white ticking and patches, liver, brown, black; wirehaired or shorthaired; coarse to touch
- tucked up belly; spoon shaped compact feet
- well-defined stop; brown nose; medium sized brown eyes
- broad drop ears rounded at tips
- tapering tail with white tip, carried low
- intelligent, genial, gentle if kept busy, loyal, obedient, level headed, reliable, energetic, may be hyperactive and destructive if not exercised
- tracks points and retrieves over any terrain
E3
G1
T1
S3
AKC
you know this fucker of a breed
German Shorthaired/Wirehaired Pointer
T/XT
55-90
12-13
Germany
- silver gray; silky; long or shorthaired
- moderately tucked up belly; body long as height at withers; firm, compact feet; long-haired has leg feathering
- striking pale blue-gray eyes; gray nose
- ears large, high-set, slight fold, dropish
- tail reaches hocks
- beautiful, intelligent, careful, stealthy, reserved with strangers but bouncy with family, may be too boisterous for small children, huge stamina
- all-purpose hunting
E3
G1
T1
S2
AKC
the gray crazy one
Weimeraner
T
44-66
13-14
Hungary
- distinctive golden-russet coat; sleek; lacks insulating undercoat
- strong, muscular back; long forearms; tight, arched, round cat feet; smooth arched muscular neck
- nose color matches coat; eyes slightly darker than coat
- floppy drop ears
- slightly curved tail tapers to tip
- loyal, gentle, high-energy but low-maintenance, affectionate, intelligent, responds well to training, loves to retrieve, big stamina
- seek and retrieve
E3
G1
T1
S3
AKC
rosie and violet
Vizsla
T
44-66
12-14
Hungary
- golden sand-colored; dense, wiry
- deep chest reaching down to elbows; straight forelegs
- eyes slightly darker than coat; shaggy beard and eyebrows
- rounded, v-shaped ears
- low-set, slightly curved tail
- obedient, affectionate
- hunting
E3
G2
T1
S3
AKC
wiry version of cousin
Wirehaired Vizsla
T/XT
55-88
12-13
Italy
- roan/chestnut, white, white/orange/amber/brown; smooth
- oval feet; powerful neck; soft dewlap
- well-developed flews; nose matches coat color; slightly arched muzzle
- pendant ears with rounded tip
- tail tapers slightly
- athletic, good with children, level-headed, gentle, can be stubborn
- drive game birds into nets
E3
G1
T1
S3
KC
looks kinda bloodhoundy
Bracco Italiano
T/XT
65-85
12-13
Italy
- white/orange, white, orange roan, white/brown, brown roan; coarse, dense, shaggy
- back curves gently; slightly tucked up belly; large round feet; broad deep chest
- large round kind ochre eyes; long mustache blends into beard; light colored nose
- triangular pedant ears
- thick tail carried low
- easygoing, relaxed, gentle, loyal, tendency to drool, slower than most gundogs
- versatile tracker and retriever
E3
G2
T1
S3
AKC
Spinone Italiano
T/XT
55-77
12-14
Slovakia
- gray (brown shaded sable), white mark on chest, lighter face hair; harsh, flat
- straight, solid back slopes down toward tail; rounded feet with arched toes
- long lean head; almond amber eyes; longer, softer, lighter colored hair on muzzle
- drop with short, soft hair
- loyal, obedient, level-headed, loves to work, thrives on company and activity, don’t leave at home
- hunting
E2
G1
T1
S3
KC
Slovakian Rough-Haired Pointer
T/XT
44-75
12-13
UK
- variety, fine, hard, short
- back slopes gently towards tail; oval feet with arched toes
- bright hazel eyes; very defined stop; well developed soft flews
- drop ears
- medium-length tail carried level with back
- athletic, needs plenty of exercise, swift and eager, gentle, loyal, obedient, reliable with children but may be too boisterous with toddlers
- tracking, pointing, not good retriever
E3
G1
T1
S3
AKC
og breed type; aka english–
Pointer
T
55-82
10-12
Canada
- yellow, black, brown; may have small white spot on chest; weatherproof, short
- level topline; broad chest; round, compact feet; powerful neck
- moderate stop; black nose fades to light brown with age; broad head; medium size hazel eyes
- drop ears set well back
- well-haired otter tail
- kind, intelligent, loves sports and swimming, too amiable for guard dog, excellent with all fam, insatiable appetite
- retrieving, police, scent, service
E3
G1
T1
S3
AKC
classic good dog
Labrador Retriever
T
55-75
12-13
UK
- golden, cream; lighter, dense, water resistant undercoat; long, silky
- round cat feet
- powerful but well-chiseled head; dark brown eyes
- drop
- long tail without a curl
- exuberant, easygoing, family favorite, responsive, eager to please, friendly
- retriever for long distance work, service
E3
G2
T1
S3
AKC
another classic good dog
Golden Retriever
T
55-80
11-13
UK
- black, liver; dense; feathering on chest
- round, close-knit feet
- shallow stop
- triangular drop with rounded tips
- well-feathered tail
- good-natured, common sense, lively, enthusiastic, deep bark
- og gamekeeping, guard, retriever
E3
G2
T1
S3
AKC
dark version of classic good dog
Flat-Coated Retriever
T/XT
55-80
12-13
USA
- brown, straw-bracken, red-gold; may have small white markings; oily, wavy, double coat
- deep chest; leg length equal to depth of body; harelike feet
- moderate stop; nose matches coat color
- drop
- medium, slightly curved tail
- even-tempered, gentle, alert, determined, intelligent, biddable to activity givers
- retriever, water dog
E3
G1
T1
S3
AKC
not the same as classic good boy
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
XT
60-71
12-13
UK
- black, liver; thick, tightly curled
- rounded feet with arched toes
- smooth, short hair on head; oval eyes match coat color
- small, triangular drop ears
- tail almost reaches hock
- robust, energetic, doesnt like to be left alone, affectionate, level-headed, high energy, more suited to rural life
- hunting waterfowl, assistance, companion
E3
G2
T1
S3
AKC
curly good boy
Curly-Coated Retriever
