If you turn to Russian hunters with a request to name the five most popular dogs, then the Russian spaniel will certainly occupy the leading place in this list. This still very young breed was bred in the Soviet Union. The International Canine Society (FCI) has not yet been recognized.
At the end of the nineteenth century, various types of spaniels began to be imported into Russia . These were mostly cockers. They tried to hunt with them, but these squat dogs were not very suitable for Russian regions. At the beginning of the twentieth century, breeders began to select more tall and temperamental dogs, and from abroad began to write out springers to breed a new breed.
The first standard of the Russian Spaniel breed was introduced in 1951, and a slightly modified standard was adopted in nineteen sixty-six. The breed Russian Spaniel is used when hunting field, swamp, steppe and waterfowl in Russia. To find a bird, raise it, and after a hunter shoots on his order to bring a shot game - a task that the Russian spaniel must perform. The description of the breed, which can be found in all dog books, confirms that the dog copes with its “official” duties perfectly.
Russian Spaniel has a calm and balanced character. This is an active, friendly, playful and very affectionate animal. Infinitely loves his masters, the whole family in which he lives. Completely devoid of aggression, they are good for pets living in the house.
A dog of small stature, with long, soft and slightly wavy hair. On the head it is short and straight - such is the Russian spaniel. A description of the breed, which can be found in dog and veterinary reference books, notes a strong and muscular physique. The height at the withers is 40 centimeters for males and 38 centimeters for females.
There are three types of color: one-color, three-color, two-color. The tail at the base is thick, stops at half its original length.
In addition to hunting, it is a wonderful pet. For children, the best and most fun four-legged friend is the Russian Spaniel. The breed description published in the standard confirms the friendliness and cheerful disposition of this dog. That is why you should be prepared for the small pranks of your pet. He can tear a newspaper or pat his slippers.
Proper nutrition is what the Russian Spaniel needs for a dog. Description of the breed warns about the predisposition of this animal to overeating and gaining excess weight.
Spaniel coexists perfectly in a city apartment, but in this case, long walks in the fresh air, physical activity are necessary.
And although this is certainly a hunting dog, any owner of such an animal will tell you that the best domestic pet is the Russian Spaniel. Puppies, photos of which you see in this article, will not leave indifferent either adults or children.
Spaniel is a kind, affectionate and very faithful animal that will become the best friend for all members of your family.