INTRODUCING PIP THE ENGLISH SPRINGER SPANIEL 

Can you recommend a reputable breeder in the States, that doesn't dock the tails?

Aww! How cute! I've got one, called Alfie and I already commented as a different account called Emilia Ahmadejeva

J.D. Treadway Thanks! More videos hopefully to follow in the next few weeks 👍🏼🐶

securem3 Thanks! I think so 😊

Hi Karen! Ah, a six month old - I miss Pip being that young! Although I don't miss the chewing! :) I'll try and get another video of Pip uploaded in the next few weeks. She turns 2 in May, so maybe another birthday Springer Spaniel video :). Pip has had a couple of days working on grouse moors up North, and loved every minute, so I work her when I can!

I have a feeling most Springer Spaniels act like puppies until they're not physically able to anymore :)

Ah, a very similar age then! I hope Duke is well behaved :)

Simon Heyes oh definitely not, but we still love him 🤭

Awww, sorry to hear that. It's such a horrible time to lose a doggie. But I would agree, the quicker you get another one, the better :). Hope you get just as much fun and joy from the new Springer Spaniel.

Thanks Joseph! :)

merlin perry Thanks for the comment Merlin! There was a lot of obedience training at an early age with Pip - mostly sit, stay and paw so she understands the basics. Filming during training is actually quite different as my arms are normally flinging around all over the place, but will see what I can do! With Springers it’s mostly about consistency of what you tell them...and praising them when they get it right 😊

Sally Sommerford They are indeed! Mischievous at times, loveable most of the time 😊👍🏼

Two Broskis Thanks guys!! 👊🏼

Camille L Mac Lean Thanks Camille! 😊🐶

Hi Mark, that's fantastic! Springer Spaniels are incredibly loving. Good idea with the blanket - we did that with Pip with my scent. Pip stays downstairs in our house. She's allowed up for cuddles on the sofa, but never upstairs. Just bear in mind that whilst Gunner might enjoy the comfort of your bed as a pup, he'll be doing the same when he's fully grown :) Enjoy him when he arrives!

Awesome! Pip is now about to turn 2 :)

Thanks for all the comments, and glad you're a Springer Spaniel fan like me! Although I must admit, Pip isn't allowed upstairs, and certainly not in bed at home! Ocassionally she'll join us in bed if we're away somewhere :)

Haha, good to know! 😊

Thanks! 😊👍🏼

Thanks Kelly...she's a cracking little Springer :)

Haha, I don't think you're the only one to give up! Springer Spaniels are notorious for pulling on the lead. Pip only started behaving when she was 18-months, but I had a constantly sore shoulder up to that point :). Amazing she made it to 16 and a half !

Haha, Pip farts occasionally too...smelly Springers! :)

I do indeed :). And yes, Pip is a field bred Spaniel. Thanks for watching!

Hi Neil, that was probably quite the surprise! Springers (generally) are quite easy to train, BUT it takes a lot of time and dedication. I can only go on experience, but the chewing and biting phase goes on for quite a few weeks as they teethe, and they bite and chew things (human hands and feet included) to help soothe the pain and allow them to get used to the right amount of jaw pressure on different materials. Be consistent in saying 'no', then ignoring her each time she does it, and then distract her with a toy, and she'll get the idea, eventually. There's no getting away from the fact that Springer Spaniels do need a lot of time dedicated to them. In the end the training pays off, but they can become a handful later in life if the correct foundations aren't laid at an early age. So no straightforward answer I'm afraid, but maybe weight up any friends or family that could help give her training time, as well as maybe a dog walker / trainer when the time comes, if those are viable options?

Simon Heyes you are so kind, and I will pass this onto her new owner! Thank you very much.

Oh no, so sorry to hear about Atticus :( But great you're getting another little Springer Spaniel to replace him. I think another video is required to answer your question, as it's not straightforward to answer! Spaniels are notoriously bad on the lead (Pip is now a 6/10 at best!), and it does take a while to train them, but generally it is about consistency and quite a bit of groundwork when they are a pup. Will try and get a video up soon to answer your question in full!

Thanks! Harvey must be a lovely looking Springer Spaniel :)

Simon Heyes. Harvey is nearly five. He is my saviour so gorgeous and very loyal great company always ready to give kisses and receive kisses. I used to have a golden retriever but he had a stroke. I wanted another dog so I chose a beautiful English springer.

Good choice! I grew up with labs - both equally as loving and loyal :)

Katie Allen Amazing! 😊 Get the smallest ones you can find - their necks are tiny at that age. Bit of advice, which you might know already - don’t have their collar on all the time and especially indoors as it can get snagged on various objects. Good luck with the pups! 😊🐶🐶

Thank you Simon! I have seen a lovely baby pink rolled leather one in Pets at home, just wanted to make sure it will fit. They look so dinky! Pip looks great, hope ours turn out well behaved!

She's well behaved most of the time. Although she's going through a 'oooh look, let's roll in fox poo!' stage, which isn't the best! We originally bought a collar that was too big...the good thing is Pip grew into it, so there's always use collars, even if you get the wrong size :)

😂 lol, oh dear Pip! Our Staffy dog used to eat the cat poo! yuck! And chewed through a wooden stair gate to get to the litter tray!

Jude Dudley Hi Jude! All answers depend on the Spaniel, as they will vary in terms of temperament and exercise required 😊. I wouldn’t leave a young Springer for longer than 4 hours, but if the dog is older - and had a good walk - then 5 might be ok. Any longer and they will get bored and a little nervous. Walking - again this varies, but I walk Pip for 45 mins every morning and evening. Many articles will say at least 2 hours, but it really does depend on the individual dog. Do they shed? Yep, afraid so! But not as much as some other breeds. Regular brushing should help, and it gets less as they get older. Hope that helps! 👍🏼

@@mrheyes Your right! Our first was ok with being alone while we worked . But the next 2 ? We left for a few hours and came home to my new recliner chewed on. Their getting better. But I don't think they like being alone much either. We usually go to my brothers to have a Walking dead Party and watch the show..LOL So we're gone about 3-4 hours. the one time I had the bad luck. but if you let them run out in the yard a while and tire themselves it seems to help. I also got these calming treats from Chewy.com ..so so far so good. LOL I still worry every time though.

Ah, gotcha :). Yeah not sure why they would try to elimate them - I love the little spots!

Amazing! I'll hopefully be breeding Pip next year, so might have to keep one.... 🤭:)

Thanks Stephen, yeah Springers are brilliant dogs. What do you mean by ticking?

Ticking are the flecks/spits in their coat. Many gundog breeders want to breed dogs with more white as they are seen to be more flashy when working or trialling. Personally I much prefer the heavier marked springers. I have a handsome springer called Jake and beautifully marked with ticks or spots.

Fairly easy in lockdown I guess,, but depends heavily on your lifestyle, family situation and job in 'normal' life :)

Hi Grant, Pip is from a working Springer Spaniel line, and this season she went out a couple of times, yes 👍🏼

GreenFont Haha - Pip has quite a few spots on her nose, so that legend is probably accurate! 🐶😊

I think it’s true. My springer has lots and our Sprocker, even more. He was a heathen dog until he was four.

what if the springer is a huge spot of brown? as in total chocolate colour? is it gonna be the naughtiest in the world?

Hey! Pip's tail is docked :). About a third was taken off. Also it wasn't my decision to dock the tail...this happens when they are a few days old, so is the decision and responsibility of the breeder (new video on breeding coming soon!).

So many Spaniels look alike right?! Sometimes I can only tell Pip apart because of the little brown dot on her head :)

levik677 Dude Haha :) You obviously have a cute Springer Spaniel too!

I was thinking the same thing! My 1 year old Springer named Ralph does the EXACT same as Pip. Crazy.

Haha, standard Spaniels :)

Hey! No Pip hasn't been clipped in the video. In fact she's never been clipped. Barely brushed to be honest! 😊. She has a lovely short, natural coat. She does malt a bit, but not loads. Some of her brother and sister Springer Spaniels have a similar coat, some have more of a wirey, longer coat. All depends on the breed and the Spaniel I guess 😊

@@mrheyes HI Simon, what breed of Spaniel is Pip? I want to buy one just the same.👍

@@opoknock She's an English Springer Spaniel. It depends on the line of breeding that their coat is, so best check the parents before you buy one (If you can!) :)

Show spaniels have much longer coats working lines have shorter coats.

Grant Cook Field Springers are shorter coats.

She's definitely an English Springer Spaniel, but will check out the French Springer Spaniel pics to have a look!

Hi Alexandra, I would only suggest keeping them in an apartment that is a decent size, and only if they get no less than 2 hours of exercise per day, and are let out three or four times a day for a wee!

Jane Beech Hi Jane, depends how long you’re at work for. Springers do need a lot of attention (generally), as well as a couple of good walks each day. Depends how old the Springer is, but ideally they wouldn’t be left alone for more than 4 hours. I have a friend who left a sprocker Spaniel at home all day, and because it wasn’t mentally stimulated, it chewed everything in sight... 😬

@@mrheyes I left our spring alone while i worked . i left around 7:30 and was home around 4..and he was ok with it. He may have been a rare case though. they really like to be around people. Maybe too ..he was just used to it as we were working when we got him. I've retired since so the 2 I have now? I don't think would go for it.LOL I'm always home and their used to it. I think you'll be ok.

Good question! All depends on the breeders I guess, and maybe different types of Springer? Some breed long ears, some short, and a lot simply depends on the litter and the individual Springers. In Pips litter, half had a longer, more wirey coat, and the other half (Pip included) had a soft short coat. So it really depends - lots of variables! :)

Working springers have much smaller ears than the show type.