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| Breed: Sussex Spaniel | Group (AKC): Sporting
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| Country of Origin | Great Britain |
| Type of coat | Abundant and flat, without a tendency to curl; ample weather-resistant undercoat. |
| Grooming | Regular grooming with a brush or comb is required to maintain his beautiful, shiny coat. Keep ears clean, trim pads of feet. |
| Average height | 15 - 16 inches |
| Average weight | 40 - 50 lbs. |
| Activity level | Medium |
| Watchdog | High |
| Protection | Medium |
| Intelligence | Medium, Obedience - Low, Problem Solving - Low |
| Trainability | He has a mind of his own, but he is a quick learner. Be consistent in your training. Early obedience training and socialization are important. |
| Compatibility with children | Yes, especially if raised with them. |
| Character | Determined, friendly |
| Ideal home environment | Can live outdoors as long as warm shelter is provided. Best suited for a home with a fenced yard. |
| Ideal owner | An owner of a Sussex Spaniels must have time to groom and exercise him. |
| Links and resources | - Sussex Spaniel Club of America
Correspondence Secretary, Sylvia Schlueter, 383 Blane Ct., Dawson, IL 62520 - Greater Chesapeake Sussex Spaniel Club
Secretary, Erin Miller, 4 Boulder View Lane, Front Royal VA 22630, (540)-635-9814, stncrft@shentel.net
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