Appearance Boykin Spaniel

the boykin spaniel larger english cocker spaniel heavier through body width. height @ withers males ranges 15.5 - 17 ins (39.4 - 43.18 cm) , weight 30 - 40 lbs (13.6 - 18.2 kg). females smaller, 14 - 16.5 ins (35 - 41.91 cm) , 25 - 35 lbs (11.4 - 15.9 kg). buyers should aware of size , weight in puppy s pedigree before choosing breeder if size factor in choice of dog. traditionally, tail docked @ age of 3 days, leaving 1/3 length. eyes engaging , bright. color ranges brilliant gold dark amber. puppies have milky bluish-gold amber eyes until few months old. coat color comes in liver or chocolate (shades of brown.)

coat length , density vary due variety of breeds make recent background of breed. coat flat moderately curly medium length, fine hair light feathering acceptable on legs, feet, ears, chest, , belly. length 1-2 inches throughout body. few bloodlines throw shorter, straight coats labrador retriever. feathering on ears, chest, through tuck-up , along legs can little moderate in density , length. feathering may take on sun-bleached golden tawny color on ears , should not penalized. groomed dogs should have minimal of stripping or clipping, slight shaping around head , topline. individuals have topknot llewellin setter. field types shaved down , should not penalized long of appropriate length protect skin. improper shaving result in coats growing in excessive discoloration, fading or graying. white markings other mark on chest, or white mark on chest more 60% of width of chest, disqualify puppies being registered boykin spaniel society, although american kennel club , united kennel club not allow denial of registration conformation reasons. white on toes or chest purely cosmetic trait , not affect ability or health of dog.