HISTORY

ORIGIN    UNITED STATES

GROUP   SPORTING GROUP


The American Water Spaniel was bred in the Midwest and are used to hunt birds from boats. It is generally thought that the Irish water spaniel and the culry-coated retriever are the ancestors of this breed.

APPEARANCE(S)

American Water Spaniel are small to medium built dogs with large droopy ears and eyes that are usually yellow, brown or gold. Their tails are long and curved.

COLOR(S)

The American Water Spaniel is usually dark brown to liver in color.

COAT

Short to medium and dense with lots of curls.

PERSONALITY

ACTIVITY LEVEL

High

POSITIVES

American Water Spaniels love to swim and are playful and good with children.

THINGS TO CONSIDER

This breed needs training, grooming and can be food aggressive.

IDEAL LIVING SITUATION

This breed would do well in country or in city, needs a family that is high energy but can have a firm grip on discipline.

HELPFUL INFORMATION/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

This breed needs daily exercise and would love to swim everyday.

BREED RELATED HEALTH CONCERNS

The following conditions are known to be seen in this breed, please look at our A to Z listing to find out detailed information.

  • Obesity

NATIONAL CLUBS AND/OR ORGANIZATIONS

American Water Spaniel Club
18515 Lake George Blvd
Anoka, MN 55303-8439

FUN FACT(S)

The American Water Spaniel is the state dog of Wisconsin.
Written by: PetsMD Veterinary Editorial Staff