Boykin Spaniels are famed for their hunting abilities, but their intelligence and pleasant confidence make them just as ideal family friends as they are hunters. However, the family should be active because this dog requires a lot of activity.

Even though they are purebred canines, they may end up in shelters or rescue organisations. Keep in mind to adopt! If you want to bring a dog home, don't go shopping.

These intelligent dogs enjoy their human family members, including children. With proper socialisation, they may even get along with other dogs in the house. Their high energy level, however, may make them unsuitable for apartment residents. To be happy, these intelligent and active canines require a lot of physical and mental activity. This is the breed for you if you can keep up with an energetic puppy!

Boykin Spaniel Highlights
Breed Size	Medium
Nature	Playful, Friendly
Energy Level	Active
Intelligence	High
Barking Level	When Necessary
Coat Length	Short, Medium, carly
Breed Group	Gundog
Droll Amount	Low
Good with	Familes, Children, Dog
Feed Level	Medium, High
Colour Type	Brown / chocolate / liver
Other Facts	Easy to train,requires lots of grooming,loves water,cold weather tolerant,hot weather tolerant,good for first-time pet owners.

Dog History

Hunters on the Wateree River in South Carolina utilised small boats to access wildlife along the river corridors in the early 1900s. The boats were already crammed with troops, guns, and supplies, so an usual large retriever wouldn't fit. During this period, the Boykin spaniel was developed as the ideal dog for hunting wild turkey and waterfowl. Because of his small stature, he was ideal for travel in one-man boats.

According to legend, the first Boykin spaniel was a stray spaniel-type dog befriended by a man in Spartanburg, South Carolina. The owner sent his dog, dubbed "Dumpy," to his hunting companion Whit Boykin after the dog began to demonstrate aptitude for hunting. "Dumpy" excelled as a turkey dog and waterfowl retriever under his tutelage. The Boykin spaniel became so well-known as a great hunting companion that he was named the official state dog of South Carolina. "Dumpy" eventually became the breed's foundation stock. The Chesapeake Bay retriever, cocker spaniel, and American water spaniel are all forebears of the breed.

Health and Care

We understand that you want to take good care of your dog since you love her so much. That's why we've compiled a list of the health issues we'll be discussing with you during the life of your Boykin. We can create a preventative health strategy to look for and maybe prevent certain expected dangers if we know about health issues particular to Boykin Spaniels.

Many illnesses and health concerns in pets are inherited, which means they are linked to their breed. The diseases we've mentioned above have a considerable rate of prevalence and/or influence in this breed, according to canine genetic experts and veterinary practitioners. This does not mean your dog will develop these issues; it only implies she is at a higher risk than other dogs. We'll go over the most prevalent problems with Boykin Spaniels so you know what to expect in the future. Of course, we can't cover every scenario here, so if you see any strange indications or symptoms, please contact us.

This guide includes both basic health information for all dogs and the most critical hereditary predispositions for Boykin Spaniels. This information will assist you and us in preparing for your pet's specific medical requirements. We've also included an explanation of what you can do at home to keep your tiny brown dog looking and feeling her best at the conclusion of the booklet. You'll know what to look out for, and we'll all feel better knowing we're doing our best to look after your buddy.

Dental Disease, Infections, Obesity,Parasites, Spay or Neuter,Heart Disease, Ear Infections and so on.

Care

Much of what you can do to keep your dog happy and healthy, just like it is for people, is common sense. Keep an eye on her nutrition, make sure she gets plenty of exercise, wash her teeth and coat on a regular basis, and call us or a pet emergency hospital if anything appears out of the ordinary (see "What to Watch For" below). Make careful to follow the checkup and vaccine plan that we propose for her. We'll give her the appropriate "check-ups" and do tests for illnesses and disorders that are common in Boykins at this time. Signing up for pet health insurance is another crucial step in caring for your pet. Throughout her life, she will undoubtedly require medical testing and operations, as well as pet health.

• Integrate her routine care into your daily routine to help your small brown dog live a longer, healthier, and happier life. The value of a healthy diet and exercise programme cannot be overstated.
• As you would a kid, keep an eye on your pet. Close doors, tidy up after yourself, and section off rooms as needed. This will keep her out of mischief and away from things she shouldn't eat.
• At least once a week, brush her coat.
• Boykin Spaniels have typically healthy teeth, which you may maintain by cleaning them at least twice a week.
• Even as a puppy, clean her ears once a week. After any water activity, her ears must be thoroughly dried. We'll show you how to do it, so don't worry!
• She's an intelligent dog with a lot of energy, so keep her mind and body busy or she'll become bored. That's when the nasty behaviour begins.
• Maintain a regular diet for your dog and avoid feeding her human food.
• Feed her a high-quality, age-appropriate food.
• Regularly exercise your dog, but don't overdo it at first.

Dog Breed Care Tips and Important Instructions

Because the Boykin's coat has a thick undercoat, seasonal shedding will be an issue regardless of what you do. Brush your spaniel's coat two or three times a week to maintain it clean and clear of dirt and matting. Giving your coat a brief pre-brush before any activity can protect it from adhering to burrs and sticks whether you're a hunter or hiker. If your Boykin has been swimming around in saltwater or algae-infested ponds, you'll want to give her a freshwater rinse right away.

Boykins can get away with being trimmed every couple of months or so, depending on how long you want your dog's hair to grow. Every 90 days, take a bath too look shiny your dog.

Feeding

It's essential to examine the anatomy and digestive system of the Boykin Spaniel while choosing on the finest meal for him. Dogs' digestive systems haven't changed much since they were undomesticated wolves, and they're best adapted to eating fresh, high-protein prey. This is what we term "species-appropriate nutrition," and it's what a natural, raw diet aims to achieve.

The stomach of a dog isn't built to digest and ferment carbs (the main ingredient in kibble). Even grain-free food, such as beans, peas, and lentils, sometimes contain high quantities of starchy carbohydrates. Feeding this to a dog puts their system under strain, generating physiologically demanding insulin, glucagon, and cortisol surges throughout the day, as well as inflammation and stress on important organs, which can lead to death in certain situations.

There's no question that the canine species is tough, and that even if they consume a diet lacking in natural components, they will adapt and survive for a long time. Nonetheless, there is a significant difference between surviving and flourishing.

Whether you pick Prodog Raw's no-fuss, no-nonsense raw dog food or make your own DIY raw food recipes at home, the switch to a natural species-specific diet will fuel your dog's well-being, regardless of breed.

Fun Facts

• Boykin spaniels are one of only two American-born breeds (the other being the Plott hound) to bear the name of the family that created them.
• The Boykin spaniel is a South Carolinian dog, not only an American invention. So much so that it is South Carolina's official dog, and September 1st is Boykin Spaniel Day.

Home Training Tips and General Information

• Providing positive reinforcement and praise when teaching your Boykin Spaniel puppy is highly beneficial and necessary.
• You should never scream at your young puppy or punish them for not listening – positive reinforcement is the most effective way to train your Boykin Spaniel.
• Instead of patting your Boykin Spaniel on the top of their head or back, give them a pat beneath their chin or chest since it is more compassionate for them.
• Long bouts of training for your Boykin Spaniel are not recommended. It's more efficient to train them in short, frequent sessions throughout the day. A Boykin Spaniel should be trained 3-5 times each day for 5-minute sessions. This ensures that you receive what you want.
• Reward your young puppy with a dog treat after they have successfully completed what you have asked.
• Many Boykin Spaniel owners make the major error of allowing their young puppy to do things that they would not want them to do later in life (e.g. laying on furniture). Allowing them to develop this habit will make it extremely difficult to modify your dog's behaviour in the future.
• A Boykin Spaniel's puppy training should begin at the age of eight weeks, and they reach full learning capacity between the ages of eight and twelve weeks.
• When applauding, use a happy tone, and when saying "No," use a stern tone (but be sure you're not shouting).

FAQS

Boykin Spaniel Unique Name

Male Name	Female Name
Buster	Carmela
Butch	Gia
Buzz	Hannah
Chase	Jasmine
Hawkeye	Jill
Norm	Lucky
Odie	Matilda
Otis	Mya
Prince	Noel
Ralph	Peaches
Rosco	Polly
Rusty	Princess
Spike	Shadow
Yogi	Sheba
Zeus	Sydney
Ziggy	Blanche
Cosmo	Charisma
Teddy-bear	Kerry
Thunder	Ladybug
Turbo	Charlie