English Toy Spaniel
Temperament
Intelligent, Playful, Gentle
[2]A toy dog developed from English spaniels
UKC describes the breed as developed by crossing local English spaniels with smaller toy dogs from the Orient, producing a round-headed dog with a short foreface. UKC recognized it in 1992.
[1]A short muzzle and rounded head
The compact, nearly square body has a sturdy frame and a deep, broad chest. UKC highlights the rounded head, large lustrous dark eyes and well-cushioned, short-nosed face.
[1]Four named color patterns
The UKC standard lists red-and-white Blenheim, black-tan-and-white Prince Charles, black-and-tan King Charles, and solid Ruby. The long, silky coat carries feathering on the ears, legs and tail.
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