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Gundog Breeds

Naturally active and alert, gundogs make likeable, well-rounded companions.

Known for their superior instincts in water and woods, many of these breeds enjoy hunting and other field activities. Gundogs were another group bred to help put food on the table with varying functions in the field.

Many of them, especially the water-retrieving breeds, have well-insulated water-repellant coats, which are quite resilient to the elements.

There are four basic types of Sporting dogs; spaniels, pointers, setters, and retrievers.

The spaniels, with the shortest legs of the gundog breeds, were used to go into the undergrowth and thick cover to flush out game.

The setters and pointers are longer-legged and faster, so could cover a lot of ground and then mark the whereabouts of the game by going on 'set' or 'point'.

All gundogs were bred to hunt, and are intelligent and energetic, so do need plenty of exercise and stimulation

Gun Dog Breeds

  • American Water Spaniel
  • Boykin Spaniel
  • Brittany
  • Clumber Spaniel
  • Cocker Spaniel
  • English Cocker Spaniel
  • English Springer Spaniel
  • Field Spaniel
  • Irish Water Spaniel
  • Pointers
  • Retriever
  • Setter
  • Spinone Italiano
  • Sussex Spaniel
  • Tibetan Spaniel
  • Vizsla
  • Weimaraner
  • Welsh Springer Spaniel

Best Ways To Exercise Your Boykin Spaniel?

Exercising your Boykin Spaniel does not need to be a chore – here’s a range of ways you and your Boykin Spaniel can get some exercise in without overly exerting yourself!

18th October 2021

Best Ways To Exercise Your American Water Spaniel?

A guide of tips to keep your American Water Spaniel fit and healthy – with a range of exercise ideas for your American Water Spaniel.

18th October 2021

Best Ways To Exercise Your Sussex Spaniel?

Short walks and runs are always good for your Sussex Spaniel. Here’s some other helpful exercise ideas for you to follow.

18th October 2021

Is Your Irish Water Spaniel Bored? Here Are The Signs To Look For

Sometimes it may look like your Irish Water Spaniel is bored or doesn’t know what to do. We’ve put together some signs for you to look out for

18th October 2021

Is Your Field Spaniel Bored? Here Are The Signs To Look For

Sometimes it may look like your Field Spaniel is bored or doesn’t know what to do. We’ve put together some signs for you to look out for

18th October 2021

Is Your English Springer Spaniel Bored? Here Are The Signs To Look For

If you think your English Springer Spaniel is likely bored – here’s some tips for you to understand if this is the case and what you may want to do.

18th October 2021

Is Your English Cocker Spaniel Bored? Here Are The Signs To Look For

Sometimes it may look like your English Cocker Spaniel is bored or doesn’t know what to do. We’ve put together some signs for you to look out for

18th October 2021

Is Your Cocker Spaniel Bored? Here Are The Signs To Look For

Your Cocker Spaniel needs your attention just as you crave theirs. It’s important you respond to them and notice if they are feeling lonely – here’s some helpful tips for you.

18th October 2021

Is Your Clumber Spaniel Bored? Here Are The Signs To Look For

Sometimes it may look like your Clumber Spaniel is bored or doesn’t know what to do. We’ve put together some signs for you to look out for

18th October 2021

Is Your Boykin Spaniel Bored? Here Are The Signs To Look For

We’ve noted the signs you need to look out for that might suggest that your Boykin Spaniel is potentially bored or lonely. Read them and see what options you may have.

18th October 2021

Is Your Welsh Springer Spaniel Bored? Here Are The Signs To Look For

Sometimes it may look like your Welsh Springer Spaniel is bored or doesn’t know what to do. We’ve put together some signs for you to look out for

18th October 2021

Is Your American Water Spaniel Bored? Here Are The Signs To Look For

Your American Water Spaniel needs your attention just as you crave theirs. It’s important you respond to them and notice if they are feeling lonely – here’s some helpful tips for you.

18th October 2021

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