American Water Spaniel
United States • medium size
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Sporting
Nederlandse Kooikerhondje
Duck decoy dog with flashing tail; cheerful, sensitive, and agile.
Easy For First-time OwnersGood With KidsHighly Trainable
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Size
Small
Life
12-15 years
Group
Sporting
Origin
Netherlands
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