The English Springer Spaniel, also referred to as the Norfolk Spaniel, is a British breed that is known for being the oldest spaniel breed in the world. They were originally developed as a hunting dog. Their name derives from the springy steps that they take when on the hunt. Today this breed is still used as a hunting dog, however, they also make a great family pet if trained and socialized properly.
The English Springer Spaniel requires regular grooming to keep its coat shiny and clean. The best type of brush to use on their soft coat is a stiff bristle brush. Bathing should only be done when they need it. This breed also needs a lot of exercise. Long walks and plenty of play time in the yard or in a fenced in park each day will keep them healthy, happy, and out of trouble.
9 Responses to “How to Train an English Springer Spaniel”
How do you train a 5-6 month old Springer? Ours just like attacked my little sister. I know not to mess with a dog when they have a bone and before ours attacked my sister she was chewing on a bone but stopped. I did tell my sister not to mess with her when she has a bone. Our Springer is moody because of how my brother and sister play with her. Speaking of that, how should you play with them. Because my brother and sister like wrestle with her. She also climbs on our tables and counters when we put food on them and we keep yelling at her and telling her no. Please help! I don’t want to get rid of another dog! It was too hard to get rid of our last one. ;(
First of all, I don’t know why you got rid of your last dog but to say you are going to get rid of this dog is disgraceful. You get a dog, refuse to train it, allow your brothers and sisters to mess with the dog, and then get rid of it? Yelling ‘no’ at a dog isn’t training it.
If you’ve got a 5 month old dog that is attacking people you’ve got a serious problem. If you give the dog away you are simply passing the problem that you created on to someone else. This is why our shelters are so full is because people refuse to give their dogs training, structure, and what they need. If you end up getting rid of this dog you’d better never get another dog again as you aren’t prepared to own a dog.
I also can’t answer the question ‘how do you train a 5-6 month old Springer’ on here. That is such a long answer. I recommend you get my aggression training program- https://www.dogbehavioronline.com/curing-dog-aggression-p and go through it and apply it. You took on the responsibility of this dog, you created a problem in not training it, now it’s time to step up and fix your mistakes.
the person who statred this post is clearly a young person and probably doesnt need someone giving them the abuse you just did.
our puppys about 7 months now, pupply class was useless ( TOO MANY DOGS IN A LITTLE SPACE )
google it yourself and look for hand command sheets online, dogs trainin firstly by learning the hand commands then learn the word to it ater.
springers should be trained twice a day for 10 - 15 mins a time, as they get bored easily.
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I wouldn’t refer to what I said to them as abuse. I feel that being tough is important in a situation like this. In my line of work I’ve seen thousands of dogs who have been discarded and ‘given away’ because owners are too quick to get rid of them, refuse to work with them, etc. WHen someone is open about their irresponsibility I’m open about condemning it, whether they’re 12 or 42.
I do agree with you that the commentator here is likely a teen, but a teen is going to have parents. My hope was that my message and tone got back to the parents.
I do value your opinion, though, and see how you thought I was being harsh. I’ll definitely keep that in mind as I continue to comment.
you just let them take a bite of the hamburger then after they ate it you take action as the alpha.
Hi all! I just adopted my families 7 year old English Springer Spaniel, Alphonse. He is a perfectly well behaved dog. He exhibits none of the so called ‘poor behavior’ associated with his breed. He has not been trained in any special way and knows the standard commands and sometimes I can get him to do more. He’s a very sweet and loving dog. My mother used to be the sole care provider of Alphonse and two other dogs, and all 3 seemed to get equal attention from her. However she only really trained one dog to play (high energy Australian Sheppard). Mind you, Alphonse has been through a lot. My mother once told me that he got hurt pretty bad.. hit by a car maybe and of course managed to survive. He also had hip surgery about a year and a half ago. But any way to the point..
Alphonse doesn’t know how to play. He never plays with toys. Sometimes I try to get him to rough house with me, but he only gets excited and does not try to play back. He has always been like this, even before his injuries. How can I teach him to play? I’ve even tried using treats as positive reinforcement. When I do try to get him to play, he starts to act more like a cat then a dog by brushing up against my legs and the couches in my living room. Exactly like a cat would if you gave it affection, or if it wanted food.
I know this must sound like bizarre behavior for a dog of his breed, and for the most part I completely love him. I just really wish I could do something to motivate him to be playful. He can be really, really lazy.
Before I conclude, there is a little more back story that I think you should know.
My parents divorced recently and my mother moved to Las Vegas. Since my Step-Dad has had to take on more responsibility between work and my younger sister, he has had absolutely no time to pay any kind of attention to either one of the dogs. Nothing more than the standard feeding and bathroom times that is. So it’s safe to say for the most part for the past year they have been emotionally neglected. Since my Step-Dad was often tired and would not do to be bothered by the dogs, he told them to “go sit” or “go lay down”. Every time I came over to the house all 3 dogs acted like me coming over was the best thing in the world. Because when I come over I give them treats and pet them and give them hugs and kisses, the kind of love they deserve.
I have been asking my Step-Dad to let me have Alphonse for months because I know the kind of attention (or lack of) he get’s on a daily basis. Especially since he stated that he was going to ‘De-Dog the house’. He gave away the playful dog last month. With everything that has happened this past year Alphonse just seems depressed. I’ve had him for a couple of days now. I can automatically tell that he is much happier here living with my fiance and I. I guess my next question would be.. How do I make it easier for him to adjust to all the changes he’s had to deal with? Because literally it’s been one thing right after the other, and you can really tell that there’s some kind of emptiness in him.
I know you’re probably gonna tell me to get one of your programs or something, but at this point I’m not looking to train him or anything. I mostly want advice about what you think I should and can do to make him a happier dog.
I think you’re assuming that because he’s not playing how you want he’s not a happy dog. Every dog has their own unique personality and many dogs are not terribly playful. That’s not something you’re likely to change, it’s just who they are.
THATS EXCELLENT
And…he just moved in with you. Give him some time. My puppy plays with Gecko’s. Like’s to break sticks down and plays tennis ball. Steels my socks before I go to work. And like’s belly rubs. I have had him since birth. He will show you how to play. Give him some time. Or take him to a puppy park and let him watch what the other puppies do. Happy Tails!