History The Russian Spaniel is a type of Spaniel first standardized in 1951 in the Soviet Union after World War II by crossing English Cocker Spaniels, English Springer Spaniels and other Spaniel breeds. Developed and used as a hunting breed, the Russian Spaniel does not suffer from any major health problems beyond those normally associated with Spaniels. Popular in its native Russia, the breed was only introduced abroad in the 1990s and is still not recognized by any major dog clubs. General Appearance The Russian Spaniel is unmatched in devotion and skill; It is a good-natured pet and a reliable watchdog. Physically it is similar to a Cocker Spaniel, but has shorter fur and a longer body. Excellent with children, its good and pleasant nature makes it a good playmate. BREED TRAITS & CHARACTERISTICS Russia Small 14-16 years Friendly, affectionate, reliable, devoted, docile, lovable 38-45 cm / 15.5-17.7 inches 9-16 kg / 20-35 pounds Black, white, copper, brown, tricolor 2-4 puppies Russian Spaniels are calm and docile when a family member is home during the day; they suffer from loneliness but not from travelling. It is better to have a small garden where it can go out occasionally, but it is not essential. The popularity of this breed in Russia is due to their small size, which allows them to be kept in city apartments and easily transported. Occasional. This is a breed suitable for children: it is very playful and affectionate with them. They are not too friendly with cats. They are not friendly with other dogs. Indifferent towards strangers. They are not excellent watchdogs: if they perceive something unusual, they will report it, but they have poor observation skills. The Russian Spaniel has a lot of stamina and needs regular exercise. These dogs should be taken for long daily walks. The Russian Spaniel is a medium level when it comes to training. Results will come gradually. To keep their fur in good condition, grooming is necessary every now and then. Regular brushing will reduce excessive shedding. They understand and remember new commands after an average of 25-40 repetitions. Sometimes they bark because they want to play, but they are not particularly inclined to play. Hypoallergenic: No. Prone to overeating; they need to be on a strict diet. PRODUCTS MAINTENANCE SEASON CHANGE TREATMENT