Clumber Spaniel
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Clumber Spaniel
| Clumber Spaniel |
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| Alternative names |
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| Country of origin |
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United Kingdom |
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| Classification and breed standards |
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FCI: |
Group 8 Section 2 #109 |
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AKC: |
Sporting |
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ANKC: |
Group 3 (Gundogs) |
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CKC: |
Group 1 - Sporting Dogs |
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KC (UK): |
Gundog |
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NZKC: |
Gundog |
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UKC: |
Gun Dog Breeds |
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| Not recognized by any major kennel club |
| This breed of dog is
extinct |
| Notes |
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The Clumber Spaniel is a
gundog
breed developed in
Britain.
Appearance
A long and heavy-bodied, low-stationed
spaniel, it stands only
17 to 20 inches (43-51 cm) in height but weighs from 55 to 85 pounds (35-38.5
kg). The Clumber has heavier bone than other spaniels, a massive head with a
hound-like face and expression, a deep muzzle, large square nose, and broad
low-set ears. His coat is dense, weather-resistant, straight, and flat. Clumbers
are predominantly white in colour with lemon or orange markings.
Temperament
The Clumber is a serious gundog still, not as fast as some, but excellent in
heavy cover and a good retriever when trained. He is also an excellent tracker.
His temperament is described as gentle, loyal and affectionate, but dignified
and aloof with strangers. Disadvantages of owning a Clumber are said to be
constant shedding, snoring, drooling, especially after a drink of water, and an
incredible inventiveness for raiding kitchen counters, cabinets, and even the
refrigerator. Puppies are especially curious and inventive. The combination of a
very people-focused disposition and a strong urge to carry something has led to
many missing shoes and other articles of clothing.
Health
Canine hip
dysplasia has been a serious issue in this breed in the past. Diligent
breeding programmes have reduced the incidence considerably in recent years.
Other health issues are
entropion and
ectropion (turning inward or outward of the lower eyelid) and
hypothyroidism.
History
The breed's history is uncertain before the middle of the
19th century.
One theory is that it originated in
France, stating that the
Duc de
Noailles at the time of the
French
Revolution gave his kennel of prized spaniels to the
Duke of Newcastle at
Clumber Park in
Nottingham. Another
theory holds that it was developed in Britain from older breeds of hunting
spaniels, perhaps by crossing them with
Bassets or
St. Hubert's hounds.
What is certain is that the breed took its name from Clumber Park and that the
Duke of Newcastle's gamekeeper, William Mansell, is credited with their
development and improvement.
Prince Albert, the
Prince consort
of
Queen Victoria, was a fancier and promoter of the breed, as was his son
King Edward VII, who bred them at the
Sandringham
estate in Norfolk. The breed was shown in
England from 1859 onward.
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