American Water Spaniel

dog breed

The American Water Spaniel, (often shortened to AWS), is a rare breed of gun dog of the spaniel type that was developed in the state of Wisconsin in the United States during the 19th century by using other breeds like the Irish and English Water Spaniels.[1] They are medium size dogs.

American Water Spaniel
American Water Spaniel
Other namesAmerican Brown Spaniel, American Brown Water Spaniel
Common nicknamesAWS
OriginUnited States
Traits
Height Dogs 15–18 inches (38–46 cm)
Bitches 15–18 inches (38–46 cm)
Weight Dogs 25–40 lb (11–18 kg)
Bitches 25–40 lb (11–18 kg)
Coat Double coated, curly exterior layer
Color Shades of brown
Litter size 4-6 pups
Life span 10–12
Kennel club standards
American Kennel Club standard
FCI standard
NotesState dog of Wisconsin
Dog (domestic dog)

Colour change

These dogs come in lots of different shades of brown.[2]

Temper change

American Water Spaniels are usually very friendly with people and other dogs,[3] but they need lots of exercise to keep them happy, especially swimming like their name hints at.[1]

State dog change

They are the official state dog of Wisconsin.[4]

References change

  1. 1.0 1.1 "American Water Spaniel". AKC. Retrieved 8 March 2021.
  2. "American Water Spaniel". United Kennel Club. Retrieved 8 March 2021.
  3. "American Water Spaniel". dogtime.com. Retrieved 8 March 2021.
  4. "Historical Essay - American Water Spaniel". Wisconsin Historical Society. 8 August 2017. Retrieved 8 March 2021.