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| Breed: Sussex Spaniel |
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| Height: The Sussex Spaniel is about 15-16 inches tall. |
| Weight: The Sussex Spaniel weighs between 40-50 lbs. |
| Colors: The Sussex Spaniel can be |
| General Appearance: The Sussex Spaniel has a rectangular outline. It is muscular and movement is free. It has a nice tail action. Accompanied by its short legs and its habit of giving tongue when on scent, these characteristics make the Sussex Spaniel an ideal gun dog for flushing game in dense undergrowth. |
| Temperment: The Sussex Spaniel is a loving devoted companion especially for families with children. The Sussex Spaniel places his family and friends first and is somewhat cautious with strangers. But, once you are accepted as the Sussex Spaniel's friend you will have a friend for life. |
| Care: The Sussex Spaniel requires a fair amount of grooming every week. |
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| Training: The Sussex Spaniel definitely has a mind of it's own, but they are quick learners. Training should be consistent. |
| Activity: The Sussex Spaniel loves the freedom of the country. If it is given enough exercise it will also be happy in the city. |
| Life Span: The Sussex Spaniel lives an average life of 11-12 years. |
| Litter Size: The Sussex Spaniel has an average litter of 5-6 puppies. |
| Country of Origin: The Sussex Spaniel originated in England. |
| Brief History: The Sussex Spaniel has been recognized as a distinct breed since at least the 18th century. It originated in the county of Sussex in England, where it was used as a field dog. The breed gained the reputation of being an excellent hunting dog. The breed exists today virtually unchanged in character and general appearance from the 19th century sporting dogs. |
| Registries: AKC, ANKC, CKC, FCI, KC(GB), UKC |
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