Dogs In The Sporting Group

The Clumber Spaniel has a long and low body; they may not be as speedy as other sporting dogs; however they make up for it with their endurance.  Did you know that the Clumber Spaniel was one of the nine original breeds registered by the American Kennel Club?  The Clumber Spaniel is a mute hunter which allows him to get very close to his prey.  The American Kennel Club recognized the Clumber Spaniel in 1884.

Clumber Spaniel

(Brandykegs Saint Bernards)

Dogs In The Sporting Group

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is the state dog of Maryland.  This Retriever has yellowish or amber eyes with a unique coat; the outer coat is harsh, short, and wavy; while the undercoat is dense, fine, and wooly.  This breed is well known for their prowess in rough icy waters.  The Chesapeake Bay Retriever was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

(Brandykegs Saint Bernards)

Dogs In The Sporting Group

The Brittany is a leggy dog; it is well suited for sport and companionship.  Their coat colors range from orange and white, liver and white with clear or roan patterns.  The Brittany was named after the French province where it originated around 150 A.D.  The Brittany was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934.

Brittany

(Brandykegs Saint Bernards)

Dogs In The Sporting Group

The Boykin Spaniel is the state dog of South Carolina.  The Boykin Spaniel is a smaller breed; which allows the hunter to pick the dog and duck out of the water and place in their boat.  The Boykin Spaniel enjoys the company of children and other dogs.  The American Kennel Club recognized the Boykin Spaniel in 2009.

Boykin Spaniel

(Brandykegs Saint Bernards)

Dogs In The Sporting Group

The American Water Spaniel is a very rare breed; and is also the state dog of Wisconsin.  This breed has a unique coat that is closely curled or has uniform waves also referred to as marcel.  The American Water Spaniel was developed in the Great Lakes area in the 1800's.  This breed has the distinction of being the first breed developed in the United States to hunt and retrieve from a boat.  The American Water Spaniel was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1940.

American Water Spaniel

(Brandykegs Saint Bernards)

The Sporting Group

Dogs that are part of the Sporting Group are active and alert; they also make great companions.  Pointers, retrievers, setters, and spaniels are all part of the Sporting Group.  Over the next several days we will take a look at each breed that is part of the Sporting Group.

(Brandykegs Saint Bernards)

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