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Compare Sussex Spaniel

Compare up to 3 breeds using reviewed breed facts. These describe what is typical for each breed; individual dogs vary.

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Size and lifespan

Size
Sussex SpanielMedium
Typical adult height
Sussex Spaniel38–41 cm
Typical adult weight
Sussex Spanielabout 23 kg
Typical lifespan
Sussex Spanielfrom 10 years

Exercise and care

Exercise
Sussex SpanielVery high: usually needs several hours of activity or work each day
Energy
Sussex SpanielModerately energetic
Grooming
Sussex SpanielSeveral times a week
Shedding
Sussex SpanielModerate shedding
Training
Sussex SpanielGenerally trainable with consistency
Barking
Sussex SpanielTends to be quiet

Home life

Home
Sussex SpanielUsually happier in a house
Garden
Sussex SpanielA secure garden is strongly advised
Time alone
Sussex SpanielUsually copes only with short periods alone
Owner experience
Sussex SpanielSome dog experience helps

Living with others

Children
Sussex SpanielUsually better with older, calmer children
Other dogs
Sussex SpanielUsually sociable with other dogs
Cats and small pets
Sussex SpanielVaries with the individual dog

These are typical breed tendencies from reviewed sources, never a promise about an individual dog. Read each guide for the detail and ask the breeder or rescue about the dog you are considering.

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