I lost my Springer Buster today. I called him, "The child I never had." He was my baby and I am going to miss him so much. But now, this once hyper-energetic but adorable boy has gone to his well-earned rest. I thank God for the loan of this gift that I have now just handed back to Him. Sleep well my faithful companion! Daddy will always love you!

Best dog hands down, was Tess, a springer spaniel mix. Was over 20 years ago. No other dog compares. She was so intelligent. She was God in a dog.

"If this is the dog for you, you will NEVER get another breed. I promise you that." Truer words have never been spoken. I got my first Springer (I was a first-time dog owner too) back in 2006 from a neighbour (for whom the challenge of the dog's energy was just too much to handle), and you're right, as soon as you start getting them to DO things, training and working and learning, they latch on to that and it feeds something that they seem to need. So instead of putting their energy into annoying and bad behaviors, they are putting it into other, more interesting and appropriate things. He had the drive and energy of a puppy well into his 8th year (although the naps got longer), and even in his last months, in 2017, before he got sick (I had him euthanized this January), he was extremely eager and ready to go and could still run laps around me with ease (he was 12 when he got sick). He was my first dog, and confronting his illness, dealing with it, slowly coming to realize that there was nothing I could do about it was the hardest thing I've ever had to do. I drove him 500 miles to a city with a proper veterinary school with excellent facilities to see if they could help him (they diagnosed him with esophageal and pharyngeal cancer of his epithelial cells, which was preventing him from swallowing properly). I considered having a tube inserted into his stomach so he could get food another way...but slowly I realized that this would almost certainly be against his interests. He wasn't suffering much physically yet from the cancer (though the mental suffering was probably horrid - nothing appealed to him in life more than eating, which he was barely able to do anymore). Why prolongue his life so that the disease that was starting to starve him would also cause more direct pain, leading to death anyways, except for selfish reasons of being unable to imagine the alternative? Still, to decide to take direct action to end the life of a true member of your family...it FEELS wrong. It was absolutely the right choice (and I probably should have made it a couple weeks earlier than I did), but that last drive to the vet, those last minutes...it felt like I was betraying my best friend. My advice to anyone who hasn't gone through this yet is to never take your dog for granted, enjoy every minute with them, and try to prepare for what their death will look and feel like. That's a hard thing to imagine, but as someone who could have been better prepared, having to make the hard decisions, having to put your dog's interests over your own...I wish I had thought about it at least a bit before I was put into a situation that was spiralling out of control and my actions (or lack thereof) had major consequences. If there's one bad thing about Springers it's that they have shorter lifespans than other breeds, and certainly than most mutts. 10-11 years is about the average. My dog was lucky to get an extra year, and I had thought for sure he had more than that in him...plenty of time to think about and prepare for his inevitable death. I always thought he'd be the 15-year-old exception to the rule. That was a mistake, and I think we both had a worse time of it because of my lack of forethought. Still, after a couple of months had passed, I was emotionally in a better place. The joy he brought to my life for over 11 years far outweighed the crippling heartache of a few weeks. For some people, that calculus works out the other way - the pain and despondency they feel when their dog is dying is so traumatic that they become a one-time pet owner. I still miss him every day, but I was ready for another challenge, another Springer with a different personality that I would be privileged to get to know. It's been about 5 weeks since I got my new dog, and I know I made the right choice. He's perfect. Even when he has accidents in the house. Even when he's trying to eat rocks in the garden, and chewing on every thing imaginable (teething!). These dogs are FUN. And having been through everything before means I know roughly how to train him, and how patient I'll need to be, and how much time I need to spend letting him expend all of his energy, etc. Thanks for your video, and for spreading the gospel of the English Springer Spaniel to the masses. Where I live, there really aren't any Springers except for mine and it was really hard to find a reputable, registered breeder (the one I eventually chose was a seven-hour drive away, in another COUNTRY). If more people knew just how affectionate, loyal, intelligent and steady these dogs are, I think they'd be far more popular. Enjoy your time with Dolly - she's gorgeous.

We just adopted our first family dog and it’s a black and white English Springer Spaniel. She is so amazing ❤

I had four black and white Springers over the course of 33 years. They are the most wonderful dogs in the world!

I've had three Border Collies over the past 30 years and swore I'd always have one. However, I'm getting older and not sure I can keep up any longer. Am now thinking about a Springer and appreciate your video and Dolly. Thank you.

I saw an advert for an English Springer Spaniel puppy at almost the exact time you posted this video. I'd fallen in love with her from her photo, but I wanted to do research into the breed as it was my first experience of having a dog on my own. Your video was honestly the confirmation I needed that I was making the right decision. I found your detail, personal experience and footage in this video so helpful. It is now three months on and my English Springer Spaniel, Bonnie, is the light of my life. She has the most wonderful temperament and personality, just like your Dolly but in puppy form still. I am a total dog lover and didn't realise it was possible to fall so ridiculously in love with one type of breed until I got Bonnie, so you were absolutely right with your closing statement: having her, this breed has stolen my heart. Thank you for this video and the help it gave me to bring Bonnie into my life

I recently adopted a 10 year old springer spaniel and I have absolutely fallen in love with her and the breed, she’s so affectionate and happy and listens very well

Beautiful, loyal, the best behaved (if trained properly) dog ever. Mine responded to voice, hand and whistle commands. You’re never alone with a clever Springer.

I've had springers for 48 years. One of the most versatile breeds to be had. Recently, I lost my male Springer named Napoleon. He was in my life literally from the moment he came into this world. His mother, Serendipity, was a fabulous dog. She left me 3 years ago. 2 weeks ago I lost Napoleon and I have been devastated. It was 11 days before his 14th birthday. Greatest bird dog I have ever owned, best Friend and Companion. Miss him so much. We had a great run!

She's such a lovely dog. I was smiling the whole way through this video. My Family have owned a Springer for over 13 years, and I agree with so many things, especially about loving company. He was always so energetic and although he's slower now he still loves his walks.

Agreed. My first was a liver and white named Ben. Miss him to this day. Best breed ever! Thx.

These dogs are amazing. The ammount of loyalty for you and you family is amazing. They hate not beong with you. They are truly amazing pets.

My husband and I have had springer spaniel's for the past 35 /40 years ' and we currently have 2 they are a fantastic dogs ❤️

"You'll never get another breed" so true!! I've had my little springer Cassie for a few weeks now (she's four months old) and I'm so in love with her 💕 She's so clever and learns new things quickly and so affectionate and cuddly. Although the puppy phase is challenging and I'm constantly worried about if I'm doing it right, it is so so worth it! I can't imagine my life without her ❤ (And if anyone has any advice on lead pulling and potty training it would be greatly appreciated 😂)

I’ve had two springers and couldn’t agree more with this video, what a fantastic temperament they have. Just got a 12 week old sprocker (think there’s more springer than cocker in him) Just loving the enthusiasm they have to learning. Happy walks and happy days 😀

My family and I have had one for 15 years. That was as old as she would get. And she was such an amazing dog, really smart and so social. After her passing, we got another one (my parents couldn't go without one) and this one is even smarter and more eager to learn. We love her so much. Amazing dogs, wouldn't go for another breed honestly. Really rewarding and so social. Just great.

I have watched this vid 2 or 3 times now and enjoy the commentary and playful nature of the dog more so each time. Just such a great discussion of dog ownership and what the dog is about and how much joy it has brought to this couple.

"You will never get another breed" How very, very true... x John (Wales UK)

This video was SO spot on! This is the kind of advice you don’t hear often enough! My Spaniel just turned 1 year and I think we’re starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel of puppyhood. I think I’ll have to pick up a whistle to help with training, he’s really good inside but hard to get his attention when he’s on the scent trail of something. Thank you so much for this super detailed video! xx

Our family has an English Springer Spaniel who is 2 years old and he is just so energetic. Springer Spaniels are so friendly to other dogs its cute!

Lost ours two months ago after almost 13 yrs,best dog we ever had by a country mile.Ours was the hunting Springer,we didnt train her to hunt,although she did hunt naturally,she was also a fantastic family pet.Great watch dog,great with kids,just an all round wonderfull pet.Came with us almost everywhere,very obedient,a fantastic companion.Gone but never forgotten.We will get another Springer.

I have a just under a year old springer spaniel who is crazy but absolutely the most friendly dog ever

They are the most loyal and beautiful dogs ever. You’re never alone with a springer.

had 2 as a kid and they are so loyal,smart and protective. love the water and so much fun.they are so smart!!!

I’ve only had one Springer and I share every comment you made about Dolly. Absolutely adored my Ben. Always amazed by his keenness and zest for life. Will be looking for another soon. Also, really enjoy your videos. I’ve watched this one multiple times because it’s so representative of Springers.

Got a liver and white 3 yr old, good as gold, mental yet obedient out on a walk, chilled as hell at home. Totally my favourite breed of dog ever.

I had a weimerainer springer spaniel mix for 13 years... he was very rewarding to have. Alot of character.

My Springer is my best mate.Love him to bits and they are so loyal as well.Thanks for the video.

I adopted my Springer in March. She just turned a year old when we got her. I thought I had made a mistake because she has so much energy, and I am 72 years old. She is the sweetest girl, smart and as people say, eager to please. I have never seen a dog run so fast. I have enough room for her to run, and chase birds, butterflies, chipmunk and anything else she can find. She understands this is her home now, and it will be forever.

I am watching your video with Dolly, made.me so happy, I jave a springer spaniel his name is LUCA and he is 15 yrs and slowing down😢..but nonetheless still a trooper and I love him, he was my 60th birthday present and I now 75❤

Had a Springer when I was a kid. Great dogs and yes, they can make you laugh a lot!!

My dog is half English springer like this one (half lab) and he is such a sweetheart. Soooo much energy. And such a big baby. But a great family dog

My 14 year old springer mix was everything you said. So true about being more interested in smells than other dogs.

Since last August I have one, she is 19 month now and it is the greatest dog in the world !

simply the best dog you can have,treat them well and they will always try to do what you want and love you unconditionaly.

I've had 5 springers over the years. Best dog ever. My current one is almost 10. Still looks 5. Look out for their problems. Mine has hypo thyroid and a skin condition. Ears are a constant maintenance condition. Extremely smart dogs. Very loyal. My dog has a vocabulary of over 100 words.

I miss my pooch terribly. It's strange watching your video because it brings both joy, and sorrow in equal measure.

Thank you for making this video!!! I love your voice. It is to soothing and you gave very informative yet shared your honest personal experience and I really found it enjoyable and helpful for people like me who are interested on this breed. Hope to see and hear more video from you. Thanks!!! 🙏

Absolutely. My English Springer Spaniel Blake is the best companion ever. 💖

I love Springers. Lost mine 2 months ago. Enjoy re-watching this video until I can find my next buddy. Didn’t realize how hard it would be to find another. Still looking. Thanks.

I have a Sproodle (Springer Spaniel/ Poodle) and my little Miffy has all of these traits!!!! Thank you for the lovely video. I have shared it with my loved ones.

We have had three springers both of working and show types and all have being full of personality, highly intelligent and love to sleep on the sofa with their legs in the air. Even for people who work full time they are perfect a good walk in the morning and all of them have taken them selves to bed till we got home ready to go springing around again. I would never have another type of dog

Super helpful, thank you!

Very accurate depiction of the English Springer Spaniel

Hours and hours of love and fun. Harvey is my saviour

Our Springer Spaniel Molly is going on 14. She is still going strong even though she has lost her hearing. Best dog ever.

Definitely true about springer spaniels being intellectually driven dogs! My springer spaniel - passed away now but was the absolute love of my life - had specific barks and whines for whatever he wanted, and if he felt neglected or was bored, he knew exactly what to raid or destroy to 'get back' at us. We used to feed his intelligence by teaching him a bunch of tricks he didn't need to know, but had a lot of fun with. Like giving high fives, fetching specific items by name, playing hide and go seek with me, and in one memorable instance, I taught him the hokey pokey! And when he went deaf, we taught him hand signs for commands, which he picked up on so quickly! He was learning new things and dragging us out on walks up to his last month of life. (As a 15 year old, no less!) Truly a remarkable dog.

I have two L&W working ESS, absolutely adore them. My male is 15, but before he slowed down he was my SNR dog. My female is my sport dog and she does everything - disc, agility, dock diving, flyball, field trained and is also a fully certified Cadaver/BRD (body recovery dog). Absolutely love the field/show variety, sooooo smart and soooo loving. Your girl is adorable.

Lovely video. We lost ours in October after 13 years and only now after 4 month are we starting to contemplate getting another. If anyone is in any doubt don't be, they're amazing dogs as long as they are both exercised and stimulated. A real companion

Smiled all the way through this video. I have just reserved an English Springer X German wirehaired pointer. Can't wait for the adventures to begin

I love their intelligence, loyalty, energy and, yes, their mischief, too! Hand-signal training can be priceless... My field springer is 14 and now deaf but still obeys perfectly! ✌❤🐾

I have an English springer spaniel. We got her at shelter when she was 1 years old. She is now 11 years old and still very healthy.

Springer's are amazing dogs! They're so sweet, gentle and affectionate. They're energetic and athletic when outdoors but cuddly couch potatoes indoors. They have great senses of humor also. I had a full breed ESS growing up. Now I have a Springer/English Pointer mix that I adopted from a Regional Springer Spaniel Rescue Group. I highly recommend adopting from a rescue group...you save a beautiful life! So Springers are we wonderful dogs. 💜💜💜

Thanks for this! We’re about to welcome an ESS puppy in a few weeks and this is great advice.

Thank you so much..she's beautiful..I love their floppy ears too

Thanks so much for your video! We just started out on KZfaq a few months ago. We are ESS breeders. We've found there is SO much interest in ESS. Love your video.

Thank you so much for the hope your video has given me. My English Springer male is a complete handful at six months. He is currently in a "thieving" stage of development which after watching your video I realize now that he needs more stimulation for hide and seek.

Great video Jackie. I love it. And Dolly of course

I enjoyed your video. We just lost our precious Springer Ginger on july 6 2020. She was the most wonderful companion, loyal and I adored her. We got her when she was 8 weeks old and she was 12 years old last november. I am heartbroken and miss her terribly. I love their beauty faces and their need to please you. My husband will not hear of getting another dog...I cant stop crying over her.

Such loving dogs so nice so sweet. And very soft fur

I have a thirteen week old 50% springer 25% poodle and 25% lab and I love her. She is learning tricks so quickly and she follows me around the house and cuddles and yet is so energetic. Loves everyone she meets and has an odd obsession with beer😂 I love her so much.

They are perfection 🐾💜🐾

Lovely video!

Everything you said i can see and understand in my Springer. I did my boy Fred with gun dog training although i have no interest in hunting. It made him a wonderful companion. Nice Video.

Spot on.. best dogs in the world!!

A lot of shared experiences here with my working cockers - difficult at the start but wouldn’t have any other breed now - wonderful dogs

You are correct about Springer's being wonderful dogs. I've had two in the past, and I'm shopping around for my third right now. They're the only breed of dog I will ever have for the rest of my life.

I'm getting a Springer pup in about 2 weeks and I've never been more excited in my life. I've researched the bred a ton and I'm so excited to invest my best efforts into caring for my new little guy. This video just shows how wonderful they are! My cousin has owned several in his life and I just adored them and am so happy I'll be owning one! Truly amazing dogs!

Thank you for the video. I am in the process of doing my research into buying an English Springer Spaniel and your candidness and expression of what your life has been like since you had your beautiful dog....... has really helped me immensely. Everything that you have said is exactly what I have been thinking! I have just moved to the countryside and I am in process of buying a new car (to accommodate a dog). Everything is now in place for me to have my own English Springer Spaniel. I’m very, very excited! Thank you so much for your video

I concur, field bred Springers are the most wonderful dogs you could ever hope for. No idea why they aren't more popular.

I had my parents 13-14 year old Springer Spaniel for the last four months of her life as my parents couldn’t care for her anymore. I didn’t want to do this at the time. I didn’t really like the breed much. She was the most gentle sweet creature I have ever cared for. I bawled like a baby when I had to put her down after the short time had her. Such a good animal.

Your voice is so lovely 💙

I recently lost my boy, he was 16yrs old. I miss him terribly, but not yet ready to get another. They are a lovely breed of dog and everything and more Jackie describes.

Had ours nearly 3 years now and every day is different. Comical and very chatty springs to mind with ours as well. Big bonus is they make a wonderful bed warmer too in the winter.

So looking forward to getting our puppy at the end of the month. She'll be our second springer and can't wait.

My working cocker spaniel is the same in many respects. She will say hello to other dogs, but the real business of the walk is following scents. Sasha keeps me honest. She always tells me when it is walkies time. The key to having a happy spaniel is routine. They soon learn what to expect and what you expect from them.

This is a very accurate description of Springers. I hunt mine, they’ll curl-up with you, and are incredibly loyal, and friendly. What I find fascinating though, put them in the fields, and mine are all business when it’s time to hunt,like Jekyll & Hyde. Great Dogs!

Very informative and thinking about getting one!!

I love my baby. she has been the best dog ive had.

I adopted a springer from the cholderton rescue centre near Salisbury years ago. He was about 18 months old and lived to about 15. A beautiful dog inside and out, at times absolutely bonkers. As mentioned not interested in other dogs, much to the bemusement of our other resuce dog a white shepherd who would try a mother him. Very much missed to this day 💔

I had a field-bred English Springer Spaniel who died last year with a cancer (12 years .. miss him so much). Now, we have a 3 months old puppy who is from the show line. There are quite a few differences between these 2, they could actually be considered different breeds. But as far as I can see, what has been told in this video is valid for both! Great dogs!

We are on a list for our third Springer, we recently lost Barney and until he became ill on Christmas Eve he was still a puppy at twelve and a half years old! It’s very true once you’ve had a Springer no other breed is good enough, they get into your heart with a very strong bond and immense loyalty!

Indeed. I’ve been training and hunting springers since 1977. Best dogs on the planet.

My 1st dog was a staffy and a great friend, my 2nd was a staffy x springer who died suddenly at 3 years. So I decided to get an English Springer Spaniel and yes the first 6 months I thought I was losing my mind. I could not get her clean , she was just an air head , then suddenly at 6 months almost overnight she joined the dots up and realised that outside was the place to wee. Mocha is now 8 months old and an absolute joy to have, I have had so much fun with her , English Springers are everything you say they are, wonderful dogs. Thank you for a great video. xx

I really like your videos

I grew up with a Springer for 13 years of my life (2-15) so they hold a special place in my heart. In the future when I'm capable of getting another dog, I'm probably going to choose between a Springer or a Doberman, or maybe even both

you have a field bred springer. springers are sweet, sensitive, affectionate, high energy, active velcro dogs. downsides - can be too hyper, separation anxiety, dont heel well, bark and go crazy if strangers approach property

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I got mine, a boy at 3 years old from a field trial trainer for use as a gun dog, not only is he brilliant at that he is a total part of the family, and has become my best mate, four walks a day, and he sleeps in between. Moults like crazy but I forgive him for that. As you say ignores other dogs and cats, but Children? My goodness he loves them, he has become a friend to my grandchildren and all the children in my street. We have had various breeds of dogs before him, all loved, but this one “Frodo” is a class above.

I have a springer spaniel and they are very intelligent.

Springers for life !

We had a black and white English Springer Spaniel from November 2008-August 2014 called Sofie. We got her as a puppy and she was very friendly and energetic. Unfortunately she suffered a few health problems like when she was 2 she had elbow displacia which was very young to get that, and she had ligament problem as well but these were all setbacks but fixable and she had the operation to make her better. However, when she was 5 years 11 months old she got limfoma cancer and it couldn’t be cured, she had chemo to try and extend life for 6 months but it wasn’t working and she was in pain, therefore we put her to sleep 3 days before her 6th birthday. It was very sad because she could’ve had a good 4, 5, 6, + years left. It was nearly 4 years ago now, but we have been thinking of getting another dog since then because they are amazing and give so much to your life. I would definitely recommend a springer because they are great with people as you say!

I have a 5 month old springer pup and the puppy hood really is a challenge haha wouldnt change it for the world though, awesome breed.

Love English Springers. So easy to train. Respond to whistle commands or hand gestures easily. I never have to use a lead. Won’t even cross a road unless I command too. I could walk or bike past the road and look back and she will be waiting for my command/whistle to cross.

You are absolutely right I lost jake five years ago at the ripe old age of sixteen I miss every day

Totally agree with this................what an amazing dog. We rescued our dog at 2yrs old (Diego) he is proving to be a great companion and like you, I like the fact that he has his own ideas. What a pussycat. Good idea about the whistle.

WOW thanks OMG I love it 🥰💞🎊💖🐕☺️

Beautiful Dog. I have a Springer Spaniel/ Terrier Mix puppy. She is 12 weeks. She is such a beauty. I So agree. This was my 1st dog also.

Aww, what a beautiful girl 💛✨Springer Spaniels are lovely dogs. I'm glad she's with a nice lady who understands the breed, taking her for walks. I met a Springer Spaniel puppy called Luna earlier, lovely 💕💕