Boykin Spaniel
The Boykin Spaniel is a compact hunter that hails from South Carolina. This is a relatively new breed that excels at retrieving on land and in water. These guys are very intelligent and compassionate, and they make wonderful pets.
Illustration courtesy of the Swedish Kennel Club
Quick Facts
Height
Male: 15.5-18in
Female: 14-16.5in
Weight
Male: 30-40lb
Female: 25-35lb
About this Breed
The Boykin Spaniel is a new addition to the spaniel family. These dogs originated in South Carolina at the beginning of the 20th century. A peculiar looking spaniel was given to L. Whitaker Boykin in South Carolina for hunting. He continued to breed American Water Spaniels, Spring Spaniels, Pointers, and Chesapeake Bay Retrievers to this one dog’s bloodline until the Boykin Spaniel was born. These guys are admired for their skill at retrieving game both on land and in the water. These are exceptional animals that have an amazing nose and love of water. Boykin Spaniels are docile, intelligent, and compassionate. They are average shedders and just require maintenance to prevent matting. They can be prone to ear infections due to the floppy nature of their ears and their devotion to swimming. With strong leadership, you can not find a better companion than a Boykin Spaniel.
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Koda
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Rosie
Favorite Names
For Male
- Cooper
- Jack
- Ace
- Charlie
- Duncan
- Murphy
- Duke
- Rusty
- Hershey
- Baxter
For Female
- Luna
- Sadie
- Bailey
- Belle
- Molly
- Gracie
- Lucy
- Millie
- Penny
- Georgia
Common Locations
- South Carolina, United States
- Georgia, United States
- New York, United States
- North Carolina, United States
- Pennsylvania, United States
- Virginia, United States
- Florida, United States
- Alabama, United States
- New Jersey, United States
- Texas, United States
