Sporting

Russian Spaniel

Below-medium Russian flushing spaniel developed for bird hunting; compact, long-coated, and built for endurance and close work in cover and water.

Russian Spaniel
Good With KidsHighly TrainableVery Playful
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Size
Small
Life
12-14 years
Group
Sporting
Origin
USSR, Russia

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Reviewed 2026-04-14

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