"Can we hang out together?"
The Boykin Spaniel is a curly-haired ball of energy and love. They need lots of exercise and fit best with active owners. They love people and are enthusiastic in everything they do. If you’re looking for an active, inquisitive, friendly dog, the Boykin Spaniel is a great choice.
The Boykin Spaniel is enthusiastic and energetic in everything they do. They are generally very friendly, but can be slightly aggressive if you don’t socialize them with children and other pets at a young age. They are very trainable, even as puppies, and respond well to positive reinforcement and firm, consistent direction. The Boykin Spaniel sometimes barks when strangers show up, so don’t expect them to be quiet at all times.
The Boykin Spaniel has a curly brown double coat with wavy hair on their chest, ears, belly and legs. You’ll need to brush their coat a few times a week, and give them a bath every so often, especially if they’ve played in saltwater or water with algae.
Do you spend a lot of time outdoors? The Boykin Spaniel fits best with families who will take their dog out for lots of exercise and activity. Hunting, boating, and hiking will make your Boykin Spaniel very happy. At the end of the day, the Boykin needs to be in your home with you because it needs to be near people, not kept outdoors.
Boykin Spaniels are sort of like the Energizer Bunny of dogs: they will keep going and going. If you take a Boykin Spaniel hunting or out for a walk, chances are they can outlast you. It’s very important for a Boykin Spaniel to get lots of exercise, so plan on having lots of adventures with your new pet.