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Russian Spaniel Dogs

Russian Spaniel Dynamics Based on 4 Dogster profiles   Energy   sleepy energetic     Intelligence   silly genius     Friendliness   aggressive affectionate     Playfulness   not playful very playful     Disposition   anxious calm

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Some Ideal Human Companions

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What They’re Like to Live With

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The Russian Spaniel is a loving and devoted friend. Outgoing and friendly, it gets along easily with people and other pets. This dog is great with children, never letting the play get too rough or taxing. The Russian Spaniel is also perfectly content to hang around the house during lazy afternoons.

Charming and welcoming to guests, the Russian Spaniel can turn on the charm at all the right moments, but it has a nose for suspicious behavior. You’re not likely to find a more handsome or personable watchdog. Overall, the Russian Spaniel is a trainable, alert, athletic and pleasant pal.

Things You Should Know

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The Russian Spaniel can live as long as 15 years with relatively few genetic health concerns. It is prone to overeating and obesity, so watch its food intake. Also remember to check and clean its ears regularly. The Russian Spaniel requires little grooming. Brush its coat occasionally, and treat it to a bath every once in awhile.

Popular apartment dogs in Russia, the Russian Spaniel is the ideal pet for the weekend hunter or hiker. It’s small enough to adapt to tight living quarters, but it’s robust enough to be active in the field. Whatever its living situation, the Russian Spaniel needs plenty of walks and outdoor play to keep in shape.

Russian Spaniel History

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The youngest of the Russian gun dogs, the Russian Spaniel was developed in the early 1950s from a mix of European Spaniels. Bred to be small, strong and adaptable to the Russian climate, the Russian Spaniel can serve as a flushing spaniel (“flushing” the birds into the air) as well as a retriever. To this day, the Russian people are very devoted to their beloved Spaniel, and vice versa.

The Look of the Russian Spaniel

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The Russian Spaniel has a small, sturdy frame covered in a short, tight coat that has some feathering on the ears and legs. It usually comes in black, brown, tan, or white with brown, black or red spots. Its medium-sized head has a rectangular muzzle and long, hanging ears. The Russian Spaniel has large, oval eyes that have a kind but alert expression.

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