At what age do springer spaniels come into season?

Well, Mark, yours has come into season at 11 months! That’s about average for an ESS, the normal window is about 9 to 15 months but sometimes it can be a bit later, depending on when the bitch’s dam first came in, a later first season seems to run in some female lines.

How long is a springer spaniel in heat?

The typical heat cycle will last between 2 and 4 weeks. The bitch will be fertile during this entire time but there is a small period, 9-10 days into the cycle, where they are especially fertile. Bitches may not be receptive towards male dogs during the first few days of their cycle but this varies from dog to dog.

How long is a spaniel in season for?

Overview. A heat/season is the fertile period of a dog’s cycle when they can get pregnant. Dogs usually have their first heat at around 6 months old, and then every 6-7 months afterwards. Each heat tends to last approximately 16-18 days.

What are the symptoms of a dog in heat?

What Signs Indicate That My Dog Is in Heat?

Swollen vulva.
Bloody or straw-colored discharge from the vulva.
Receptive to male dogs.
Excessive licking of the genital area.
Agitated, nervous, or aggressive behavior.
Urinating more frequently.
Change in tail position.

How old is an English springer spaniel when it is full grown?

As a medium-sized breed, the English Springer Spaniel growth rate for puppies typically spans 17-19 months from birth to full maturity. And since this breed’s lifespan averages 12 years, a senior Springer Spaniel is one nine years of age or older.

How often should I Feed my English Springer Spaniel?

Feeding Chart Dog Age Dog Weight Food Type Amount Frequency 2 Months 8 lbs Dry (Puppy formula) 0.3 cups 3x/day 3 Months 15 lbs Dry 0.4 cups 3x/day 6 Months 30 lbs Dry 0.6 cups 3x/day 9 Months 40 lbs Dry* (Puppy/Adult) 1 cup 2x/day

Do you know how to train a springer spaniel?

Well, you are probably a committed field trailer. Or perhaps you have at least five years gundog training experience under your belt. If not, you are a member of one of the smallest minorities in the country. The fact is that for a lot of inexperienced dog owners, Springers are ‘trouble’.

Can a springer spaniel live in an apartment?

It’s good for owners to know, though, that Springers, like other spaniel breeds, are prone to excessive urination when excited, and will need lots of obedience training to minimize that tendency. And for the English Springer Spaniel, apartment living simply isn’t a good idea, as these dogs are just too active and athletic for such confined spaces.

Can a springer spaniel be a bad dog?

Obedience instructors see too many English Springers who are fearful, suspicious, occasionally even aggressive. Sometimes this is from poor socialization – but sometimes a bad temperament is inherited . So be very careful when you’re looking for an English Springer Spaniel.

How to end a springer spaniel training session?

End your sessions on a good activity. Whenever you close your training sessions, make sure you end it on a good note. Give your English Springer Spaniel an easy command you know they can do at the end. This way, your Springer will perform the command and you can end the session with a treat or affection.