American Water Spaniel
A rare, brown, curly American water dog—a rugged Midwest all-rounder.
Overview. The American Water Spaniel is a rare, brown, curly-coated water dog developed in the American Midwest as a versatile hunter and retriever.
History & Origin
Created in Wisconsin/Iowa from Irish and Curly-coated retrievers for small-boat waterfowl hunting.
Appearance & Coat
Medium and curly, with a liver curly coat and a strong, balanced body.
Temperament
Hardy, intelligent, and devoted, it is a diligent worker and loyal pet.
Care & Exercise
Needs exercise and coat care; an active owner's dog.
FCI Recognition
Recognized by the FCI in Group 8 (Retrievers – Flushing Dogs – Water Dogs).
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