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Jackson the Boykin Spaniel. Courtesy of Pawleys Island Boykins.
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Pronunciation |
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Description |
The Boykin Spaniel has a Spaniel type head.
The tail is docked. The waterproof coat is rather wavy or curly, but a smooth
coat is acceptable (hunters care more about the dogs hunting abilities than its
coat type). Color- Liver or Brown. The Boykin is larger than the Cocker Spaniel,
with a smaller higher set ears that are covered with long wavy hair. He has
considerably less hair and a straighter muzzle. |
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Temperament |
Docile, pleasant and obedient. An
intelligent and loyal companion. Their trademark yellow/amber eyes that they
stare expectantly into your eyes are often commented upon as if the dog is
asking “What do you want me to do next?” The Boykin Spaniel is a fantastic swimmer.
They enjoy water and swimming; however they are prone to Spaniel ear infections
and should be dried well after getting wet. Most
owners report that each of these dogs has a unique personally and an
enthusiastic field ability seldom matched by other dogs. His fine nose and
enthusiasm in the field make him a versatile hunter. They have been bred as a
hunting spaniel and have exceptionally good noses. Their sense of smell can lead
them on an excursion if allowed to roam off lead. This dog needs an owner who displays natural leadership consistently communicating with the dog what is expected of him and what is not. |
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Height, Weight |
Weight: 25-40 pounds (11-18 kg.)
Height: 15-18 inches (38-46 cm.) |
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Health Problems |
The most common health issues are hip
dysplasia, eye problems such as cataracts, and a few localized lines have heart and skin problems. Prone to ear infections. |
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Living Conditions |
The Boykin Spaniel will do okay in an
apartment if they are adequately exercised. A small yard is sufficient. |
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Exercise |
The Boykin Spaniel is a working dog and
needs a lot of daily exercise, including a long, brisk
daily walk, where the dog is heeling beside or behind you, never in front as, in a dogs mind, pack leader goes first. They have a high drive, very willing,
intensely energetic dog that needs adequate exercise and a “job” to do daily to
burn off energy and exercise their very nimble mind. They will find ways to
entertain themselves if not provided by their owner and can be very destructive
when bored or when their primal instinct to walk has not been fulfilled. |
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Life Expectancy |
Life expectancy is 14-16 years |
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Litter Size |
5 - 7 puppies |
Grooming |
Requires brushing ever few days to avoid
coat matting. |
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Origin |
Just after the turn of the 20th century,
Alexander White of Spartanburg, South Carolina saw a small brown spaniel type
dog wondering around after church service. The dog appeared to be a stray and he
decided to take the dog home with him. He discovered that the dog had great
hunting abilities. This stray had a wonderful bird sense. Alexander gave
the dog to his hunting partner L. Whitaker Boykin. The dog was a male and he was
given the name "Dumpy". The Boykin Spaniel breed has evolved from this
one dog, with crosses to American Water
Spaniels, Springer Spaniels, Pointers
and Chesapeake Bay Retrievers. It is used as a
hardy retriever of upland birds as well as water fowl. The Boykin Spaniel is
popular in the Southern United States among bird hunters. Its state of origin is
South Carolina USA and South Carolina has designated the Boykin Spaniel its
official state dog. In July 2005 the Boykin Spaniel Club of Breeders Assoc. of
America was named by AKC as the official parent club. The Boykin Spaniel was an AKC FSS (Foundation Stock Service) breed for many years. The BSCBAA
submitted their paperwork to AKC to progress into the miscellaneous group and was approved on February 9th 2007 with the effective date of January 1st 2008. Breeders hope to move the breed from the AKC miscellaneous class to the sporting group sometime in the future. |
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Gun Dog |
Recognition |
BSCBAA, FCI, UKC, NKC, CKC, APRI, BSS, ACR, DRA, AKC |
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BSCBAA - Boykin Spaniel Club of
Breeders Assoc. of America
FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
UKC = United Kennel
Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
APRI = American Pet Registry Inc.
BSS = Boykin Spaniel Society
ACR = American Canine Registry
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
AKC = American
Kennel Club |
Boykin Spaniels, Jackson and Daisy. Courtesy of Pawleys Island Boykins.
Daisy the Boykin Spaniel. Courtesy of Pawleys Island Boykins.
Boykin Spaniel puppies with their mother. Courtesy of Pawleys Island Boykins.
Boykin Spaniel puppies. Courtesy of Pawleys Island Boykins.
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UWPO UWPCH GRCH Hollow Creek's Gus CGC - aka Gus. United Kennel Clubs' #1 Boykin Spaniel of their Premier 2004.
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Abi as a puppy
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This is 4 year old Holly.
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Sadie
Boykin
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