Blue Spaniel Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Blue Spaniel is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Outright
Tempered
Merry
Trusting
Joyful
Sociable
Aggressive

Blue Spaniel dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Blue Spaniel. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

Blue Spaniels are not the best watchdogs. If you want a guard dog, the Blue Spaniel is not the breed for you. They will 'watch' everything - but that's usually as far as they go.

Australian Cattle Dog and Cocker Spaniel

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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Hazel
Brown

Black

Blue
Black
White

The coat of a Blue Spaniel falls in the medium length category.

Wavy

A Blue Spaniel can have a litter of 4-7 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

The adaptability of Blue Spaniel dogs is a well-known trait, they are known for being able to adjust well to different living environments and lifestyle changes.

The Blue Spaniel breed is commonly healthy with low vet costs, regular check-ups may not be as necessary but it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

PRA
Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Deafness
Cataracts

Hearing
X-Rays
CT Scan
Ophthalmic Exam
Orthopedic
Arthroscopy
Urine and Blood Analysis
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)

For those who lead a balanced lifestyle, Blue Spaniels may be a good choice as they have an average energy level.

Blue Spaniel have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Blue Spaniel dog needs significant physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. They are also well-suited for those who lead an active lifestyle and enjoy activities such as running, hiking, or other outdoor pursuits.

Blue Spaniels dogs are tend to sleep less than other breeds, but they still require adequate sleep to maintain good health.

Blue Spaniel dogs tends to bark less frequently than most other dogs. They tend to be quieter and less vocal than other breeds. They may only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner of something or to communicate something. They do not bark excessively, and may not bark as much as other dogs in certain situations, such as when they are left alone.

Cuddle, Play, Pool, Car Travel, Swim, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Play with kids, Frisbee

Blue Spaniels are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Blue Spaniel, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Blue Spaniels usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Blue Spaniel is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Blue Spaniel should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 28-45 pound (13 - 20 kg) Blue Spaniel feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Blue Spaniel is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Blue Spaniel is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Blue Spaniel breed is considered highly intelligent and very easy to train.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

Blue Spaniels are dogs that do well in apartments with sufficient exercise, but they would really appreciate a small yard.

A Blue Spaniels typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Blue Spaniels are an average cat friendly dog. They do well with cats, even more if raised together from puppyhood,

Blue Spaniels are friendly, active and loyal companions. They generally love to be around other dogs, making them a good family pet for some,

Blue Spaniels are friendly dogs and won't commonly bark at strangers. However, if you wish to change this, training them is easy. With their intelligence, teaching this breed to do anything is pretty simple.

Blue Spaniels are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Blue Spaniel for a mellower experience.

Blue Spaniel dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.