Sussex Spaniel Puppies and Dogs

Fast Facts & Guide to Sussex Spaniel Puppies and Dogs

Have a glance at our Fact File and Guide to Sussex Spaniel Puppies and Dogs. Discover some fast facts to gain a really fast overview of the Sussex Spaniel.

Sussex Spaniel Guide and Fact File

Height: The average height of a Sussex Spaniel is 13-15 inches

Weight: The average weight of a Sussex Spaniel is 35-45 pounds

Size of Dog: The Sussex Spaniel is a medium sized breed of dog

Breed Type and Dog Group: This Spaniel belongs to the Sporting Group of Dogs

Country of Origin of the Breed: This breed originated from the county of Sussex in England

Exercise Needs: The Sussex Spaniel requires moderate, regular exercise

Coat Type: This breed has a medium length, golden liver, soft, smooth or slightly wavy coat

Shedding hairs: The Sussex Spaniel is an average shedder

Grooming needs: This breed requires regular weekly grooming

Training a Sussex Spaniel (Trainability): The Sussex Spaniel is trainable

Other Names of Sussex Spaniel: Sometimes spelt incorrectly as Sussexspaniel or Spanial

Sussex Spaniel Lifespan - This dog lives for approximately 12 - 15 years

Number of puppies per litter: The average litter size is approximately 4 to 6 puppies per litter

Temperament / Behaviour: Friendly, Pleasant, Charming, Cheerful and Loving

We hope that the fast facts and information provided in our Sussex Spaniel puppy and dog fact file and guide will prove a useful overview of this particular breed. Please click one of the links at the top of the page for detailed articles relating to training, pet care, grooming, personality, exercise needs, male and female Sussex Spaniel dog names, illness and health problems.

Summary of Sussex Spaniel Puppies and Dogs

Sussex Spaniel puppies and dogs are very dignified and charming. This is a delightful breed of dog that doesn't tend to be quite as energetic or outgoing as the other varieties of Spaniels, however, it has a cheerful personality that is bright and keen. This is an enthusiastic breed of dog that is friendly with everybody. This breed should be provided with obedience training like any other breed of dog, however, it tends to bond well with children and other animals especially if they've been raised together. The Sussex Spaniel is trainable and will adapt well to home life. These dogs and puppies have loving and affectionate temperaments, and they really enjoy spending time with their family. This is a gentle dog that has a very charming and pleasant nature. Owners should be prepared to spent time with this breed as it is not a solitary animal. Time will also need to be set aside for providing this puppy or dog with suitable daily exercise and activity.

Choosing Sussex Spaniel Puppies and Dogs as Pets

Sussex Spaniel puppies grow into medium sized adult dogs and the above summary will help you to determine whether they are suitable as a family pet. If you are considering whether to buy a Sussex Spaniel puppy, adoption is also an option for this particular type of dog, or even selecting one from a rescue centre, or reputable dog breeder. There are some major health problems relating to this breed including heart and spinal conditions. Further information can be found via the health issues link. The Sussex Spaniel has a lovely deep red coat which is unique to this breed. The coat is soft and medium in length, and requires weekly grooming and occasional bathing. Owners should provide their puppy or dog with a balanced diet and avoid overfeeding it as this particular breed can gain weight easily which can be detrimental to their health.

Sussex Spaniel Puppies and Dogs