Sussex Spaniel

Temperament: Friendly, Merry, Even-Tempered

Group: Sporting Group

Height: 33.0–38.1 in

Weight: 15.9–20.4 lb

Life Expectancy: 13.0–15.0 yrs

Energy Level: Regular Exercise

Trainability: Independent

Shedding: Seasonal

Grooming Frequency: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing

Sussex are long, low-built bird dogs of great strength and endurance. Topping out at just 15 inches tall at the shoulder, Sussex are nonetheless described as “massive,” with a deep chest and heavy bone. Their trademark is an abundant, feathery coat of rich golden-liver. The classic spaniel head, with its wavy-coated ears and big hazel eyes, projects a somber, frowning expression delightfully at odds with the Sussex’s innate cheerfulness. "Placid, affectionate, even-tempered, true-blue, loyal" — all are words used to describe the Sussex Spaniel, a slow-but-steady hunter and congenial housedog. His frowning expression is delightfully at odds with a typically cheerful nature.