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Boykin Spaniel

Medium-sized, energetic, and versatile flushing and retrieving spaniel with rich liver or chocolate brown coat and enthusiastic work ethic, especially in water. Known for their amiable disposition and compact build ideal for hunting from small boats.

Life span
10–15 years
Origin
South Carolina, United States
Boykin Spaniel dog breed

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Important information

Species / Genre
Dog
Life span
10–15 years
Temperament
Friendly, energetic, eager to please, intelligent, adaptable
Origin
South Carolina, United States
Breed group
Sporting
Weight
14–18 kg
Height
39–46 cm

About

Boykin Spaniel

Description

Medium-sized, energetic, and versatile flushing and retrieving spaniel with rich liver or chocolate brown coat and enthusiastic work ethic, especially in water. Known for their amiable disposition and compact build ideal for hunting from small boats.

History

Developed in early 1900s in South Carolina by L. Whitaker Boykin. Foundation sire was a small stray spaniel-type dog named 'Dumpy' who showed great hunting aptitude. Bred by crossing Chesapeake Bay Retrievers, Springer Spaniels, Cocker Spaniels, and American Water Spaniels for hunting in South Carolina swamps, particularly the Wateree River Swamp. Recognized as the state dog of South Carolina.

Temperament

Personality traits

Friendly energetic eager to please intelligent adaptable

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