French Spaniel

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Size: Large
Other Names: Epagneul Francais
Country of Origin: France
Accreditation:
American Kennel Club (AKC): FSS
Canadian Kennel Club (CKC): Sporting
United Kennel Club (UKC): Gun Dog

The French Spaniel is a large, slightly rectangular pointing spaniel with a long head, dropped ears, and a flat white-and-brown coat. The legs and tail are feathered, and the movement is easy and ground-covering.

A medium French gundog with a flat coat that needs modest brushing, a soft house manner, and a need for field or long walks.

The French Spaniel, or Epagneul Francais, is an old French pointing spaniel used on birds in field and wood. It works at a moderate pace with a keen nose. The UKC classes it as a Gun Dog.

Height: Male: 21½–24 inches; Female: 20–22½ inches
Weight: 45–60 pounds
Color: White with brown markings; ticking or roaning may appear
Coat: Flat or slightly wavy, with feathering on the legs, ears, and tail
Lifespan: 12–14 years
Litter size: 4–8 puppies

Temperament

These spaniels are typically gentle, people-oriented, and eager to hunt. They are usually good house dogs if they get enough field work. A bored French Spaniel will find a scent trail.

Training

Use quiet, consistent training. Start pointing and retrieving manners early.

Care and grooming

Brush the feathering weekly and dry the ears after work in wet cover.

Shedding

Moderate.

Health

The breed is generally sturdy. Ear infections and hip dysplasia can occur, as in other spaniels.

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