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French Spaniel

French Spaniels are passionate hunters that find and point with great aplomb and even have a talent for retrieving.
French spaniel adult black and white

About the French Spaniel

Balanced, frank, calm and docile, French Spaniels are enthusiastic when it comes to hunting, sociable with other dogs and ideal companions in all circumstances.

Dogs of this medium-sized breed are elegant and muscular, with well-proportioned bodies that exude the appropriate energy and hardiness. Strong-boned without being heavy.

Source: key facts and characteristics sourced from Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)

Breed specifics

Country: France
Size category: Medium
Avg life expectancy: 10-12 years
Confident / Gentle / Intelligent / Loyal / Resilient / Sociable

Key facts

Requires moderate grooming
Needs little training
Makes a great sporting dog
Dachshund puppy in black and white eating from a red bowl

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