English springer spaniel English springer spaniel, breed of
medium-sized sporting dog developed in England from the broader
and very old category of "springing spaniels" that produced many
of the present-day land spaniels. It stands about 18 in. (46 cm)
high at the shoulder and weighs about 45 lb (20 kg). Its medium-
length coat is flat or wavy with a fringe of longer hair, or
feathers, on the ears, chest, legs, and belly. Its coat is
usually either liver and white, tan and white, or black and
white. Trained as a field dog, the springer flushes game and
will retrieve on both land and water. It also has enjoyed great
popularity as a house pet. See dog. The Columbia Electronic
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