Originating from the Sussex province in England, the Sussex Spaniel is one of the oldest and rarest breeds among Spaniels. Developed in the 18th century, it nearly went extinct after World War II, but conservation efforts have helped preserve this unique breed.
✨ Breed Characteristics
- Origin: England
- Hypoallergenic? No
📊 Quick Facts
- Weight: 20-25 kg (male), 15-22 kg (female)
- Height: 38-41 cm (male and female)
- Life expectancy: 11-13 years
- Exercise needs: 2 to 3 hours per day
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Suitable for apartment living with adequate stimulation)
🧠 Personality (out of 5 stars)
- Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Smart dog but sometimes independent)
- Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Very affectionate and attached to its family)
- Protective: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (Rather calm and not very protective)
- Playful: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Fairly playful but not hyperactive)
- Vocalizations: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Barks often, which can make it a good watchdog)
- Obedient: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Relatively obedient)
- Hunter: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (Less hunting-oriented compared to other Spaniels)
- Calm: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Fairly calm, but can be a bit stubborn)
- Athletic: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Rather calm, but enjoys walks)
- Independent: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (Very attached to its family and dependent on its owners)
🐾 Compatibility with
- Children: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Gets along well with children, but may be a bit reserved)
- Other animals: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Generally, it can live with other animals)
- Strangers: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (Rather reserved and distant with strangers)
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Can adapt to city life with enough exercise and attention)
🧼 Maintenance & care
- Ease of maintenance: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Needs regular grooming for its dense coat)
- Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (Moderate cost)
- Frequency of care:
- Brushing: Several times a week to avoid tangles and maintain coat cleanliness.
- Other care: Regular ear checks to prevent infections, standard nail and dental care.
💰 Budget
- Purchase price: 500-1000 €
- Average annual cost (veterinary, accessories, food): 1000-1500 €
🏡 Important note
The Sussex Spaniel is a rather calm and affectionate dog, ideal for families that can provide it with regular attention and walks. Although it has a limited hunting instinct, it prefers to live in quieter, rural environments but can also adapt to urban life if its exercise needs are met.
👉 Ideal for quiet households and nature lovers! 🌳🐾
