American Water Spaniel

The American Water Spaniel, (often shortened to AWS), is a rare breed of gun dog of the spaniel type that was developed in the state of Wisconsin in the United States during the 19th century by using other breeds like the Irish and English Water Spaniels. They are medium size dogs.

American Water Spaniel

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Other names	American Brown Spaniel, American Brown Water Spaniel
Nicknames	AWS
Country of origin	United States
Traits Weight Male 25–40 lb (11–18 kg) Female 25–40 lb (11–18 kg) Height Male 15–18 inches (38–46 cm) Female 15–18 inches (38–46 cm) Coat Double coated, curly exterior layer Color Shades of brown Litter size 4-6 pups Life span 10–12
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Notes
State dog of Wisconsin

Colour

These dogs come in lots of different shades of brown.

Temper

American Water Spaniels are usually very friendly with people and other dogs, but they need lots of exercise to keep them happy, especially swimming like their name hints at.

State dog

They are the official state dog of Wisconsin.

American Water Spaniel Media

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  American Water Spaniels, pictured in 1913

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  An American Water Spaniel's coat is water resistant

• An AWS with a marcel pattern coat

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