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Clumber Spaniel
Sporting breed from England
Breed overview
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The Clumber Spaniel is a large, short-coated sporting breed from England, typically white with lemon or orange markings. Known for its gentle, loyal, calm, intelligent, and playful temperament, it has an estimated energy level of 3 out of 5. Trainability is rated 4, and grooming needs are also 4, with shedding at 4. The breed is generally well-suited to children (4) and other dogs (4), and moderately suited to apartment living (3). Adult weight is estimated at 32–39 kg for both sexes, height 43–51 cm, and lifespan 10–12 years. These figures are modelled estimates, not definitive. Individual dogs may vary.
Quick facts
Clumber Spaniel at a glance
Sizelarge
Breed groupSporting
OriginEngland
Lifespan10–12 years
Male weight32–39 kilogram
Female weight32–39 kilogram
Male height43–51 centimetre
Female height43–51 centimetre
Origin and history
Where the breed comes from
The Clumber Spaniel originates from England and is classified in the Sporting group. Its recognition status varies by registry. According to historical accounts, the breed was developed in the 18th century and is associated with the French Duc de Noailles and the Duke of Newcastle's Clumber Park estate in Nottinghamshire. It is thought to have been developed from crosses involving the Alpine Spaniel and Basset Hound, though the exact details are uncertain. The breed was prized by British royalty and nobility as a gentleman's hunting spaniel for flushing game. No specific dates, health claims, or working purpose beyond flushing are confirmed by the supplied facts.
Physical characteristics
Structured dataSize, build and coat
Female
32–39 kilogramAdult weight43–51 centimetreAdult heightCoat typesShortCoat colorsWhite with lemon or orange markingsRecognitionvaries by registryData methodai assisted draft
Temperament
Typical breed tendencies
Gentleloyalcalmintelligentplayful
Breed tendencies are general guidance. Individual behavior depends on genetics, socialization, training, health and environment.
Exercise, training and maintenance
1–5 methodologyDaily care profile
Moderate compared with other breeds
Typically responsive to training
Higher coat-maintenance demand
Higher shedding tendency
Family suitability
Home and household fit
Supervise every dog–child interaction.
Introductions and socialization still matter.
Exercise, enrichment and noise tolerance affect fit.
Climate suitability
Modelled tendency · low confidence
Modelled tendency · low confidence
Modelled tendency · low confidence
A general morphology-based tendency. Individual dogs still require shade, shelter, water, acclimation and weather-appropriate activity. Method: climate-morphology-v1.
Health overview
Veterinary sources requiredHealth considerations
No Clumber Spaniel-specific screening programme or peer-reviewed disorder-prevalence study is currently attached to this profile. This is not evidence that the breed has no health risks. Owners should use routine preventive veterinary care and discuss screening appropriate to the individual dog's history, examination and family line.
Veterinary disclaimer: This profile is educational and does not replace examination, diagnosis or treatment by a veterinarian.
Feeding overview
Nutrition and feeding
Research in progress
Reviewed feeding guidance will appear after an approved source is imported and editorially reviewed.
Decision support
Potential advantages and challenges
Potential advantages
- Typically responsive to consistent training.Supported by trainabilityScore: 4
- Can be a strong family match when socialized and supervised.Supported by childSuitability: 4
- Commonly described as loyal.Supported by temperaments.loyal: true
Potential challenges
- Higher shedding can require frequent coat and home maintenance.Supported by sheddingScore: 4
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Clumber Spaniel puppy growth
Modeled estimates
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Adult male weight32–39 kilogramAdult female weight32–39 kilogramGrowth modeladult-range-size-model-v1
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions
What is the size and lifespan of a Clumber Spaniel?
Adult Clumber Spaniels are estimated to weigh 32–39 kg and stand 43–51 cm tall at the shoulder. Their estimated lifespan is 10–12 years. These are modelled estimates, not exact measurements.
What is the Clumber Spaniel's temperament like?
The breed is described as gentle, loyal, calm, intelligent, and playful. However, individual dogs may vary, and not every Clumber Spaniel will display all these traits consistently.
How much exercise does a Clumber Spaniel need?
With an energy score of 3 out of 5, the Clumber Spaniel has moderate exercise needs. Regular daily walks and playtime are recommended, but they are not a high-energy breed.
What are the grooming requirements for a Clumber Spaniel?
Grooming is rated 4 out of 5, indicating above-average needs. They have a short coat that sheds heavily (shedding score 4). Regular brushing and occasional baths are necessary to manage shedding.
Is the Clumber Spaniel good with children and other dogs?
The breed scores 4 out of 5 for child suitability and dog compatibility, suggesting they generally get along well with children and other dogs. However, individual temperaments can differ.
Can a Clumber Spaniel live in an apartment?
Apartment suitability is rated 3 out of 5, meaning they can adapt to apartment living if given enough exercise, but they are better suited to homes with a yard due to their size and moderate energy.
Where does the Clumber Spaniel originate from?
The Clumber Spaniel originates from England. It was developed in the 18th century and is associated with Clumber Park in Nottinghamshire. Its exact ancestry is uncertain but may include Alpine Spaniel and Basset Hound crosses.
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