🐕 DogsAmerican Water Spaniel
Canis lupus familiaris
✨ Fun Fact
American Water Spaniels are the state dog of Wisconsin and were bred to hunt in the icy waters of the Great Lakes.
Medium-sized spaniel with curly brown coat. Intelligent, energetic, and excellent waterfowl retriever.
🏷️ Breed
American Water Spaniel
💭 Temperament
Intelligent, energetic, loyal, alert, playful
📏 Size
Medium (11-20 kg)
⏳ Lifespan
10-14 years
🎨 Colors
Solid liver, brown, chocolate
🌍 Origin
USA, Midwest region, 19th century
🏠 Habitat
Domestic — needs regular exercise; loves water
🍽️ Diet
Quality commercial dog food; appropriate portions
✓ FCI Group
Group 8
✓ FCI Section
Flushing Dogs
✓ FCI Number
104