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Pretty dark female Boykin Spaniel adult

The Boykin Spaniel is a medium-sized breed of dog, a Spaniel bred for hunting wild turkeys in the Wateree River Swamp of South Carolina, in the United States. It is the state dog of South Carolina. The Boykin Spaniel is slightly larger than the English Cocker Spaniel but much heavier through the body width. Height at the withers for males ranges from 15.5 – 18 ins (39.4 – 45.7 cm) and weight 30 – 40 lbs (13.6 – 18.2 kg).

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Little puppy - Boykin Spaniel

Females are smaller, 12.5 – 16 ins (35.6 – 40.6 cm) and 25 – 35 lbs (11.4 – 15.9 kg). Although against the true form and function of the breed, some field trial breeders are increasing their line’s size to be competitive against other retriever breeds. Buyers should be aware of the size and weight in the puppy’s pedigree before choosing a breeder if size is a factor in their choice of dog.

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Beautiful dakr Boykin Spaniel male

Traditionally, its tail is docked at the age of three days, leaving 1/3 length. Eyes are engaging and bright. The color ranges from brilliant gold to a dark amber. Puppies will have milky bluish-gold to amber eyes until a few months old. The coat color comes in liver or chocolate (shades of brown.)

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