Affectionate
Cheerful
Intelligent
Social
Alert
Energetic
Playful

Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured

spaniel

Rottweiler, Afghan Hound

American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club

1800s

Unknown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Red
White
Pied

Black
Gray
Brown

English Springer Spaniels have medium-length coats.

Rottafs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

An English Springer Spaniel can have a litter of 10-14 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.

A Rottaf can have a litter of 8-12 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.

English Springer Spaniels are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Rottafs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

English Springer Spaniels typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Rottaf breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Entropion
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Phosphofructokinase Deficiency
Hip Dysplasia

Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Aortic Stenosis

Cataracts
Diabetes
Corneal Opacities
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Cataracts
Allergies
Hypothyroidism

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood Test
Dna For Phosphofructokinase Deficiency
Heart

X-Rays
Eye examination
Full Body Physical Examination
Thyroid Panel

English Springer Spaniels thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Rottafs are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

English Springer Spaniels need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Rottafs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

English Springer Spaniels are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Rottafs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

English Springer Spaniels bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Rottaf dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

English Springer Spaniels 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.

Rottafs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Springer Spaniel, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Rottaf, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most English Springer Spaniels usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Rottafs usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

English Springer Spaniels require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Rottaf requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-50 pound (20 - 23 kg) English Springer Spaniel feed 2.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 85-95 pound (39 - 43 kg) Rottaf feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an English Springer Spaniel is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Rottaf is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of an English Springer Spaniel is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

The average per month expenses of a Rottaf 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.

English Springer Spaniel is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Rottafs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

English Springer Spaniels make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Rottaf is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

English Springer Spaniels are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Rottafs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

English Springer Spaniels are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Rottafs are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

English Springer Spaniels are highly friendly around strangers.

Rottafs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

English Springer Spaniels are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Rottafs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.