Sussex Spaniel

Photo: adult dog of Sussex Spaniel breed
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The Sussex Spaniel is a native British breed with a wonderfully cheerful, relaxed and gentle temperament. Originally used as a slow-but-steady gundog, the golden- liver-coated breed eventually gained popularity as a good-natured companion dog. Good with children, relaxed within the home and a lover of family life, the Sussex Spaniel is a great choice of dog for an active family household.

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Life expectancy

The Sussex Spaniel has a life expectancy of between 10 and 14 years

Temperament

Size

Medium

Adult size

Female Between 15 and 16 in
Male Between 15 and 16 in

Adult weight

Female Between 44 and 55 lb
Male Between 44 and 55 lb
Coat colour
Brown
Type of coat
Long
Eye colour
Brown

Purchase price

The Sussex Spaniel costs between £400 and £600

Good to know

The stunning golden-liver colour of this breed’s coat is completely unique to the Sussex Spaniel. Yep, it’s truly one of a kind!

More details about the Sussex Spaniel

Sussex Spaniel: Origins and history

The Sussex Spaniel originates from, you guessed it, Sussex in the UK in the early 1800’s and is actually one of the oldest native British breeds around. A famous Sussex Spaniel enthusiast called Mr. Fuller bred the Sussex Spaniel for 50 years, allowing the breed to flourish. However, breed population dropped significantly after WWII, with only 7 Sussex Spaniels left in known existence. Thankfully, breed enthusiasts got their game on and managed to save the breed from extinction - however, numbers are still relatively low to this day.

FCI classification of the Sussex Spaniel

  • Group 8 - Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs

  • Section 2 : Flushing Dogs

Training a Sussex Spaniel

The Sussex Spaniel is highly trainable and capable of becoming an extremely obedient pooch with patient and consistent training to set firm boundaries. This breed, like many Spaniels, is rather sensitive in nature and won’t react well to negative or harsh training methods. Kind, gentle and positive training sessions are the way forward. 

Sussex Spaniel: Purchase price

Looking after a dog of this size typically costs between £60 to £90 a month, including food, medical/insurance, and incidental expenses.

Name ideas for a Sussex Spaniel

  • Finley
  • Ussy
  • Xia
  • Holly
  • June
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