Springer Spaniel Sheepdog

United States

English Springer Spaniel, Old English Sheepdog

2000's

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Blue
White

The coat of a Springer Spaniel Sheepdog is longer than that of the typical dog.

Straight

4-10 puppies per pregnancy

A Springer Spaniel Sheepdog can have a litter of 4-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Springer Spaniel Sheepdogs are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Springer Spaniel Sheepdog breed is commonly healthy with low vet costs, regular check-ups may not be as necessary but it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Hip Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency

Entropion
Ectropion
Deafness
Cataracts
Diabetes
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Immune Mediated Haemolytic Anaemia (IMHA)
Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia)
CVI (Wobbler’s Syndrome)

Fold Dermatitis
Epilepsy
Hemophilia
Heart Murmurs
Sebaceous Adenitis (SA)
Congenital Heart Defect

Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Yearly Physical Examination
Full Chemistry Panel Tests and Blood Count
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations
Echocardiography (ultrasound)

Springer Spaniel Sheepdog have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

Springer Spaniel Sheepdogs dogs are tend to sleep less than other breeds, but they still require adequate sleep to maintain good health.

High

Springer Spaniel Sheepdogs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

11 miles / week

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Springer Spaniel Sheepdog, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

120 minutes

In general most Springer Spaniel Sheepdogs usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

This breed is known for having high grooming needs.

Weekly

Springer Spaniel Sheepdog should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

2.5 cups

For an average 50-90 pound (23 - 41 kg) Springer Spaniel Sheepdog feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

$2.10 - $2.70 / day

The average cost of a Springer Spaniel Sheepdog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

$55 - $73 / month

The average per month expenses of a Springer Spaniel Sheepdog is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This dog breed is particularly attuned to its environment and the emotions of those around it. It can be easily overwhelmed by loud noises, new environments, and unfamiliar people or animals. This dog is best suited for individuals or families who are patient, gentle, and understanding of its sensitive nature. It may also benefit from a calm and stable home environment, with a consistent routine and plenty of positive reinforcement training.

The Springer Spaniel Sheepdog is an apartment-friendly dog breed. They can do perfectly well in apartments providing they are sufficiently exercised and taken out and about as part of their owner's daily lifestyle.

A Springer Spaniel Sheepdogs typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Springer Spaniel Sheepdogs are one of the best dogs for cats. They're accept cats readily as part of the family. However, this dog breed should be trained to not chase after the kitty early on

Springer Spaniel Sheepdogs are very friendly towards other dogs. This breed typically have a happy and affectionate temperament around dogs.

Springer Spaniel Sheepdogs are friendly dogs and won't commonly bark at strangers. However, if you wish to change this, training them is easy. With their intelligence, teaching this breed to do anything is pretty simple.

Springer Spaniel Sheepdogs are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Springer Spaniel Sheepdog for a mellower experience.

Springer Spaniel Sheepdog dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.