The American Water Spaniel is a hardy, muscular, and active dog. Its head is in proportion to the body but is quite long. It has a square looking muzzle. This one has a broad nose with large nostrils that are black or may be brown. The teeth are level bite or scissor bite. The eyes are yellow-brown in color and can change to dark brown. His eyes are very large and seem to show a great personality. Their ears are set at eye level and are covered in long, pendulous curls. Its legs are of medium length. Their coat colors can range from liver brown to chocolate. You may get a bit of white on the toes and chest. Its coat is double and can be curly or wavy. They have a beautiful, well-feathered tail that is thick at the base and ends in a point. They live about 15 years. They are 15 to 18 inches tall.
History: The American Water Spaniel dog was developed in the United States in the 18th century. He has been a well rounded hunting and farm dog. It is from the Minnesota and Wisconsin areas, primarily in the Great Lakes area. The breed comes from the Irish Water Spaniel and the Curly-Coated Retriever. The American spaniel was the first to be able to recover from the water in America. They make a great bird dog as they have an amazing nose and can forage in most terrains including lakes, swamps, forests and rivers. They are great for removing the game. As their name implies, they are great swimmers. While it is true that this breed is in decline, exact numbers are not known due to the wide use of this dog, and they are not always on record. They are the state dog of Wisconsin.
Temperament: The American Water Spaniel dog loves to work; it is easy to train and it is quick to learn. He is a great companion and a good watchdog. This dog is friendly and good with children, as long as he has a well-established leadership role. This dog needs a firm but calm and calm training since he is sensitive. Partly due to their shyness, it is wise to socialize this breed early in life with other dogs to prevent aggression later in life. This dog loves attention. Some are known to snore. If they don’t get the mental and physical exercise they need, they can become barking, a lot. Also, they can become hyperactive.
Health Issues – The American Water Spaniel dog has few health issues compared to other dog breeds and skin issues in some lines of the American Water Spaniel.
Grooming: Little work is required for the American Water Spaniel breed. You will need to groom this dog twice a week. Use a brush and or comb. Although this is a water dog, don’t be fooled into thinking you can bathe this breed as often as you like, this is not the case, as over-bathing can strip the natural oils from the dog’s coat and Dry Skin. Due to the natural oils, the dog has a distant odor, this is natural and should not be removed with baths.
Living Conditions: The American Water Spaniel dog likes to roam and therefore needs at least a medium-sized yard. They need a lot of exercise, so they will need long daily walks. They can live in an apartment, but you have to walk them well.