Clumber Spaniel

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History/Origin
The dog breed Clumber Spaniel was recognised in France in 1768 by the Noailles Duke. However, he brought the dogs he owned to England because of the revolution. The Clumber Spaniel is protected here and was first presented at the dog show in 19th century. The Clumber has been special to some British monarchs for it was used to hunt partridge and pheasant. Although it moves quite slowly compared to other breeds of Spaniels, the Clumber is known as a silent helper with a good sense of smell and stamina. It is also trainable to retrieve. It is often said that the St. Bernard and Basset Hounds could have helped in developing the Clumber breed.

Description
The Clumber Spaniel is a huge type of dog, which usually stands 16 to 20 inches and weighs 55 to 85 pounds. It has large, deep chest, and has a big square head. It has fully-developed lips and wide muzzle used for retrieving while its flews dangle over its lower jaw. Its dark amber eyes are faintly deep, and its nose is colored brown or flesh.

The Clumber Spaniel is known for its large ears that look like vine leaves. They are polished with hair just like its neck and throat. And while everything is hairy and long, its tail is perkily short. The Clumber Spaniel's hair is thick, straight, and silky. Usually it is color white with orange or lemon patches. It has muscular and full-bodied shoulder but its limbs, though strong-bonded are pretty short.

Temperament
The Clumber Spaniel is famous for its gentle, sweet, smart, and loving attitude. According to some, it is the most modest and easygoing among the hunting dog breeds. They are also playful and affectionate to their masters. They are seen as well-disciplined and quite inactive when they mature. The Clumber can also play with some pets or animals, even with cats, when brought up with them. It is also accountable with children, never timid nor aggressive, but it is not tamed easily with people it cannot recognize. Blessed with good-memory, a Clumber Spaniel is trainable and it loves pleasing its masters.