English Springer Spaniel
English Springer Spaniel Becomes America's Top Dog
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Felicity's Diamond Jim, also known as James, the 6-year-old certified therapy
dog won best in show at the 131st Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in New York
on Tuesday, Feb. 13. Diamond Jim was chosen out of the overall 2,628 entries in
165 breeds and varieties.
At the arena where the New York Knicks play,
James celebrated with a few loose rebounds. Handler Kellie Fitzgerald said he
did not eat before the show; once it was over, he snacked on goodies that fell
on the floor.
Dressed in a glittering copper top that perfectly matched her
brown-and-white pet, Fitzgerald cuddled her champion. She said it was a
coincidence that her outfit coordinated with her dogs coat.
James
beat out a pair of white poodles and a petit basset griffon vendeen, plus an
Akita and a Bouviers des Flandres that pitted a husband and wife against each
other. Larry Fenner handled the Bouviers and Laurie Jordan-Fenner guided the
Akita.
This was his 51st best in show victory, and his last. Hes
retiring from the show world to live the life of a therapy and obedience dog.
English Springer Spaniel -
Dog Breed Profile The English Springer Spaniel is eager, willing,
intelligent and active. English Springer Spaniels are able to adapt to either
country or city life and make ideal family pets. They are loyal and
affectionate towards their family and make good watchdogs.
English Springer
Spaniel Puppy And Dog Information The English Springer Spaniel is a good
choice for an apartment if you are willing to jog with her or exercise her
several times a day. She will do better with access to a properly fenced in
area that affords her room to run.
The English Springer
Spaniel Of all of the land Spaniels, the Springer was longer on leg and
a taller dog. It has always a popular hunting dog in England and widely used in
the field as a dog to roust up the birds and also to retrieve.
Sporting Dog Breeds:
The Top Ten Dogs In This Group The Sporting Group includes pointers,
setters, retrievers and many spaniels. This group of fairly active dogs is
composed of a wide variety of breeds, which were developed to aid hunters by
finding, flushing out and retrieving game.
Field vs. Show
- Whats the Difference? For better than a half-century, the sporting dog
breeds have gone in two separate directions when it comes to qualities sought
after by professional breeders. With most sporting breeds, the "dual champion",
a dog that has attained the champion title in both the show and the field, is
harder and harder to come by.
Get Your English
Springer Spaniel From An Animal Shelter Or A Reputable Dog Breeder Dog
breeding has become a money-making business. You should never get your English
Springer Spaniel from those who are in it for money only. There are several
places you can get your dog from...
Pet Photography
Secrets You can dramatically improve the quality of your English
Springer Spaniel pictures following any number of the tips in this article. Of
course, you should try to incorporate all the elements whenever possible.
Choosing a Name For Your
English Springer Spaniel You want one that will suit the dog's
personality while avoiding names that can be harmful. The key is making it fun.
The dog name you choose will be utilized around 25 thousand times during the
animal's lifetime so it should be nice that your dog agrees to the name you are
going to give him.
Versatile Dog Gift
Baskets It isn't odd to see the little doggie stockings with treats in
them around Christmas time, but lately dog lovers have found that giving these
great gifts for pets is a fantastic way to let their little baby know they love
them. Check out this great English Springer Spaniel gift.
Mixed Dog
Breeds A mixed breed dog is a fine dog for most homes and families.
Mixed dog breeds may also be hardier health wise and will not be as susceptible
to the illnesses that can strike purebred dogs. Your mixed breed dog can add
joy and love to your life so do not overlook a dogs value just because it
is a mixed breed. |