English Springer Spaniel | Is It Right For You?

[@StonnieDennis]

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[@introvertedequinesamsara6593]

Speaking on more sensitive dogs, I do have a animal reactive mini Aussie who can be a dominant dog especially with his space and food/resources around our other dogs, (not all the time but mainly when he's tired, and overly "aroused"). It is honestly difficult to find a medium with him, as he does well working with treats but treats alone is not really fixing his issues and we did have to start using a prong on him as he can't stand verbal punishment. Simply telling him no or lowering your tone just results in him growling and reacting more aggressively. He's a very sweet dog when he is but a devil when he isn't.

[@pennyfullerton3529]

thank you so much for this video, i've definately fallen hard for your training, and your gorgeous little man 🥹😍 definately going to do yoyr training program! thank you!! 🥰

[@AnitaNC]

As an owner of a young, smart & very independent minded whippet dog, I really enjoy you talking about the genetic predispositions of various breeds. I think that subject is missing from a lot of dog training discussions on social media.

[@treasuretrovel3816]

Absolutely! Dog training online and in person is primarily generic and completely ignores the breed. That is so unfair to the individual dog! Before I get my next miniature poodle puppy, I will tank up on Stonnie's videos. Despite the fact that he does not specifically highlight any type of poodle, the lessons are still applicable-- Patience, leadership, love.

[@richardboyce8536]

My Field bred English Springer Spaniel will be 8 months old on the 23rd. All that you have said about the breed has been bang on with him. Every day he gets at least an hour off leash in the woods. Dog has got to be the dog and it’s such a joy to watch him work. He also gets an hour a day, structured walk in the small city where I live. Works great for schooling him when it comes to distractions. Enjoy your channel, thank you.

[@viljakainu1548]

You're not kidding about the sensitivity to inflection and posture! When I got my ESS, I had to specifically learn to avoid letting frustration creep up on me. As long as I was projecting enthusiasm and positive energy, he'd keep on working. But if I had set our objectives for the day too high and didn't watch my frustration, he'd pick up on it in two words, as you show in the video. The looks and the personality, sadly, don't match and I fear a majority of ESS in my country suffer from lack of work. We used to do roughly 10 hours per week of quartering hunt patterns, nosework, retrieving from water, and such plus the normal daily activities, and I never had any problems with lack of exercise or boredom. I worked from my home in the countryside those days. That having been said, one of the best breeds if you're not physically powerful and want a versatile, very, very ... VERY :D high energy dog that's great with children provided they don't pull the ears.

[@treasuretrovel3816]

I have miniature poodles-- Two were very sturdy and I would say were "field breed" (I had no idea) but my two most recent ones are more fine boned and less field. None the less, all of them are extremely sensitive to tone of voice and they can smell your mood. So, very important to understand that and to be respectful and loving of our dogs. We need to adjust to them as they adjust to us.

[@tiffanyfrehleyyeshuaismy0153]

…Great job to the breeders (and lucky owners) of Leroy. Gorgeous color and markings, great temperament, athleticism, and easy trainability all in a medium sized package. Spaniels are soft to pet and they don’t shed too much. I love the non stop wagging tail. 😁 🐶 🐾🤎

[@Sue-mg7uh]

I agree with everything but the shedding.

[@tiffanyfrehleyyeshuaismy0153]

@@Sue-mg7uh …My German Shepherd and my Pomeranian shed way, way more than my friend’s Spaniels and Setters. The Spaniels and Setters do shed, but not nearly as much. 🐶

[@DaMelloKittyy]

More breed reviews! these are always amazing! You say what no one else seems to wants to talk about and its extremely refreshing.

[@StonnieDennis]

Believe it or not, if you don’t make videos saying what other people are saying, the videos don’t get featured much. Social media platforms only promote trends; it’s very strange.

[@DaMelloKittyy]

@@StonnieDennis woooow thats so sad :(

[@ri-jm5tn]

I’ve always had (and have) labs, but I’m not sure my old bones can take another lab puppy. Someone like Leroy is just who I’ll be looking for when the time comes. He’s very handsome and I love his temperament!

[@jeffk464]

I love medium sized dogs, not too big, not too small. Labs are great but they're a pretty big dog. I personally prefer the looks of the Welsh Springer Spaniel but they're about the same thing.

[@judymiller5154]

I'm 78 and my new lab is now 16 months. About 8-9 months was pretty brutal with the constant exercising, training, playing etc but then she began to get in a good groove. I no longer "have" to do a long or hard exercise everyday - she can self-exercise enough as we go through or normal daily activities. Enjoy your new pup whatever size it is - they bring so much joy!

[@nogames8982]

I do have a soft spot for spaniels. I've had two spaniel crosses in my life and they were great dogs. Just love that face.

[@ciaraskeleton]

My childhood dog was a spaniel cross, and my best friend now has 2 young Springers and you're right. That little face! Such lovely dogs.

[@jackiepitts4992]

Always love your videos and this one didn't disappoint. I own 2 field bred Springers and 6 field bred Cockers (yes it is always a party around here 😂). The only thing I would add is the field bred spaniel energy level is easily 3 times higher than the bench bred you have there. They are still wonderful dogs and I love the energy and kind spirit of the spaniel.

[@missym1073]

Leroy is beautiful and has a nice disposition.

[@caroleshortt2715]

We had Springers on our farm. They were everything Stonnie said. One of them didn’t have an off button, and could chase my husband on the tractor all morning. We had to impose quiet time on hot days. They are very exuberant dogs.

[@Grinding_Gears]

One feature of the ‘side-quests’ on a walk is the dog will cover a lot more distance than you. Their habit of stopping to sniff then sprinting to catch up also gives them interval training! They do need to run. I completely agree that their joy for life is infectious.

[@renebarish2098]

Thorough understanding and explanation of the nature of this breed.

[@michaelberridge1442]

I have had working Cockers and Springers, amazing dogs. Springers are more sensitive and Cockers are more confident and cheeky. Spaniels were bred to quarter close which is great for an off lead dog walk but harder on the lead. Labs were designed to stay at heel, spaniels to quarter close and pointers/setters to hunt at distance first two breeds work for me.

[@JasonKonopinski]

I have a 3.5 year old tricolor ESS from field lines. She’s super biddable.

[@Katieandcabot]

I’m confused why anyone would have anything negative to say about Leroy’s tri-color coat, given that it’s an accepted color according to the AKC’s written standard. I love springers. Always such nice dogs.

[@C.Hawkshaw]

First! My friend wants me to adopt a Spaniel. This was helpful, thank you.

[@Meowrieee]

I have something to say about his coloring!! He is absolutely beautiful!!

[@joeltowle2737]

Darn Skippy!

[@lawrencejchristie6193]

We love our Field Bred English Cocker, “Woody”. He is friendly, hard working, and a bundle of love. My breeder was correct when he said “no matter how much you love this dog, he will love you more”. Smart, biddible, and a desire to complete the task. Yes, I loved all my dogs, but this dog does it all. Nice video. Thanks.

[@nogames8982]

I had a springer spaniel labrador cross. Had her for 16 years. She was wonderful. She would point from the first day I got her. I have the most adorable picture of her at eight weeks old pointing. After that she pointed at things she wanted. :-) She was high energy. High Drive. And a total love. Definitely a great cross. She looked a lot like a border collie with freckles. her parents were working hunting dogs, that's how she came to be, to hunters, went hunting one day together, and their dogs got together, too, so to speak.

[@suehatcher1209]

As I commented on a previous video in which Leroy made a cameo appearance, I've never seen an ESS with that coloration; however, I think he is Gorgeous!!! ❤❤❤ I'd have one just like him in a heartbeat.

[@Francis-p3i]

I would shave my black and white springer because they are sticker magnets if you don't. The neighborhood kids would always ask if he was a dalmatian. Great dogs.

[@ingridugarteche4301]

I’m love this guy! The dogs love him too! Thank you for helping us raise healthy, happy pups, God bless you for being so kind to your little friends!!🐕 🐩

[@boatman2628]

Thank you Stonnie! This video was an excellent way for me to start the day! Such a nice positive 30 minutes!

[@StonnieDennis]

I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@chadcoats5282]

Our Springer Spaniel Otis is hilarious. Just a happy soul. Awesome dogs

[@WAT-P]

Hey Stonnie! I‘ve been following your videos on KZbin in the past weeks. I‘m fascinated with your off-leash training on the pre-adventure route to the brush pile. So many insights on small but important details relating to dog breed, dog age etc. It’s a true skill how you manage to do the live commentary and how the cameraman/woman keeps the right distance and angle so that the points you make can actually be demonstrated. One thing that occurred to me is that the dogs featured in the videos I’ve seen so far are young dogs, who as part of the learning process interact with experienced older dogs (your labs). But what about semi-experienced dogs? They’re not so afraid of the world anymore so they may venture to where there’s game to chase on the off-leash pre adventure route. The risk is that they can get themselves into trouble with game like rabbits or deer. Running off unallowed after game is self-rewarding (what a high!) and can cause great set-backs in trust etc. in the dog-man team. How do you do off-leash training with older dogs in late puberty for example? Do you do much long-leash training on the pre-adventure run? And then there’s the issue of finding the balance between preventing unallowed hunting vs inhibiting the will to hunt for which the hunting dogs are being held ……??? Or is this all not such an issue on your pre adventure trail because you use it so often for dog runs that there’s not so much game anyway?😀

[@StonnieDennis]

Great points, most of which I’ve addressed in previous videos. The short answer is the longer you wait, the tougher it is to make progress. There’s a ton of management issues that come into play, for the very reasons you brought up in your post. We primarily provide services for forward looking, responsible, owners who buy the right type of dog and get started early. We do take dogs for remedial training every so often, but the older I get the less I like to deal with the types of owners who put things off and let their dogs develop bad habits before asking for help. IMO, remedial training is a young person’s pursuit because it takes so much time and effort. I’m slowly exiting the business so I have the luxury of being selective.

[@WAT-P]

Thanks for the super prompt answer! Shall have to look at some more of your previous videos to find the answers then. Wishing you luck with your further videos and ventures despite the ticking clock!!

[@mariebowman3472]

I had a springer mix as a kid/ teen. Loved him to pieces.

[@PaulineDavis-oi1wy]

I am getting a show bred english cocker spaniel puppy at easter and cannot wait! It will be my third spaniel and i think they are the perfect breed for families and older owners who want a smaller, compact size dog but still have energy to go on walks and have enthusiasm for life. Their happy, bustling movements and merry disposition make you feel happy and full of life too. What's not to love about that!!

[@colormetakenaback]

That bid he did at 17:41 was so sweet! He's a Very Good Boy. I need a springer in my life!

[@jorhenri10]

I started off really wanting that dog (still do), but now I suddenly want that property :-) Wow, what a cool place and setup ! Great video btw

[@RatdogDRB]

Always enjoy your training videos. My cousin had a larger version of the Springer when I was a kid. That stubby little tail was always moving.

[@d3project845]

Loved the video! Will be adding this to the list of dogs for when I get a little older. As someone who is starting a boarding, training and daycare facility I would love to see the inside of your kennel set up. Thank you for the great quality videos. Please never retire for making a videos, they are the highlight of my week.

[@tonietaylorshort9582]

Springer Spaniels are the best! People are used to the color of ESS as black and white or liver and white,there are different tri color combinations now. European Springers look more like field spaniels, and American ESS are more bench.Now we are seeing more and more Springers looking like (European Springers) like Leroy! What a gorgeous looking Springer! Life is better with a Springer!

[@suecordell1996]

I agree. Sadly my girl is now 14 & really showing her age but l still love her.

[@AU88]

What a beautiful tri-color! Love my springer!

[@MelhussedJr]

he looks like royalty

[@brandyb51]

Great video! I’ve been looking at the working cockers as a next dog. Don’t know if I’d ever be without a terrier, but the spaniels are tempting because they are so biddable.

[@brandyb51]

Also LOVE that you are so aware of breed tendencies. So many trainers out there don’t understand the breed specific tendencies of many dogs, and expect them to be absolutely perfect. I always try and reiterate with my clients who their dogs really are. I’ve tortured myself with terriers and bulldogges for years, so I am extraordinarily aware of this, and I am always so happy to see you say these things.

[@catherinelevison3310]

Thank you for answering my recent question. A thousand likes.

[@tanneradams20]

Hope a videos coming on the curly coat!!

[@robbiegrant6036]

I listened intently to this, going back a few weeks when you talked about getting a dog that suits your stage in life, Springer Spaniels were one of my choices for my next dog breed to own when I'm well into my 60's. Although in Australia I have seen way to many anxious Springers, or the true working lines owned by hunters/triallers. More research on my part is need. thanks for your insight Stonnie

[@RingoTheGSP]

Lovely colour. I had no idea about the cocker spaniel relation! I had a Springer as a child and I always learn something interesting from you Stonnie. Thank you so much for everything you do!! Ringo would be in heaven at your place!! 🐾🐾🇨🇦

[@IndyRockStar]

He's gorgeous! I just put a deposit on a tri-color Springer with an AKC Breeder that won't be ready until March 3rd. I can't wait to bring him home.

[@jaybird4610]

I have springers and just love the fun aspect. They can be mischievous with some stuff but not a nasty bone in their body. Mine are field bred. Happiest creatures on earth.

[@artwithmycoffee]

Great video! They are wonderful dogs!

[@thomasyerkey9325]

I had a field bred English springer for 12 years. He was the second greatest dog ever. I noted that you said Leroy's breeder seems to select for temperament. Is it possible to get the contact information for that breeder? We had another springer who had major problems that we were never able to solve how to fix. She had been a puppy mill momma. My current dog, a GSP, is the greatest dog ever, but our next doggy needs to be smaller. A springer or English cocker could work if we get the right temperament.

[@katrobin1273]

I would love to know which breeder Leroy comes from as well! His coloring, size, and temperament are exactly what I’m looking for!

[@emilyh.9240]

I’ve been considering a spaniel, so thank you for this video. It was very informative. Leroy sure is a happy little guy - his tail was almost constantly wagging! 😊

[@troydavis27]

i love my english springer spainal all the traits that seem negative as i love to call it the windshild wiper patter just always brings me joy such a great dog

[@1pittmanj]

Thank you Uncle Stonnie, just what I was waiting on.

[@magdalenas8713]

Excellent overview. I have a Westie and a field ESS (aka “short attention span spaniel) - completely different temperament and different training needs. Know the nature of the breed and train accordingly. My ESS is amazing at flushing birds but learned to hunt vermin / rabbits from the Westie. Your videos are fantastic; accurate and realistic. I recommend your channel for everyone wondering what breed is right for their household.

[@josefmd]

We just picked up are first 8 week old female Springer Spaniel (Aspen). Coming from having three Jack Russell Terrier’s, it is a big change for us. The Springer is going to serve our current life style so much better.

[@michaelvannini7135]

He is correctly marked tri color accordingy to AKC! Beautiful !❤️

[@MsTree13]

That Spinger has such a sweet, sweet face and wonderful temperament. lol-You have the best job in the world.

[@rosablume4346]

Thanks, interesting input as usual, and man, do I love this Spaniel. If I ever have the time and space, it will be one of these, or a mix there of, watching him work made my heart sing

[@Sadie-d4r]

I've had both an English Springer and an English Cocker, and they are the BEST dogs ever. Leroy is GORGEOUS. My heart breaks that I can't afford to have a dog right now, but if I could, it would be a spaniel. Had a Cavvie, too. Spaniels are the best of the best.

[@kristina4272]

Love my Springer. Particularly fond of the Bench Springers. Very food motivated.

[@wiseowl1580]

Throughly enjoyed watching this, ty.

[@kareneaton433]

I am watching this with my lab and lab mix. They will always be my favorite breed but I love hearing about other dogs personalities and breed traits

[@Rosegold.energy]

This is the best video I have seen about this breed so far. I’m a groomer and a cyclist so I’m hoping to have a good, nice looking dog that will come to work with me and bike around the neighborhood!

[@jamesk6579]

'Hey, you think there's some birds over there?', is hilarious 😂

[@muchachonextdoor5608]

That's a gorgeous Springer. I wanted a Springer but my wife wanted a Bernese Mountain Dog so we compromised and got a Berner. Love our Bernese but would love to add a Springer.

[@johnkelly4043]

He’s beautiful!

[@pennyfullerton3529]

the only thing i can say about his colour, is, GORGEOUS!!! 😍

[@joeltowle2737]

Beautiful Tri Color. My Dad has Working ESS Liver and White back before I was born. I had a Black and White ESS in the 90's.

[@islaystevensoncurrie1016]

Fantastic show Stonnie, really enjoyed, I’ve been working on all your recommendations and the results are amazing, Thank you 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿.

[@gailtomlinson5510]

Thank you for bringing us this video it's so lovely to watch working dog's do what they can do dogs are very clever a lot of people under estimate them no matter what dog some better than others thank you interesting thank you very enjoyable

[@ryanreyes373]

This guy is awesome. So smart and introspective to breed

[@StonnieDennis]

Thanks!

[@ce3772]

I'd love to see a video like this for a cocker, or a side-by-side to really see the similarities and differences. You keep saying your preference is the cocker, would love to know what differences exist that pushes them above the springer in your mind.

[@Mitch_Ryder]

Awesome!

[@justinereid6374]

As a working springer owner ( in the uk the field spaniel is a different spaniel breed) I was honestly cringing when I thought about watching this video but you are 100% correct! I know a lot of traditionalists will only recognise liver and white or black and white but he is gorgeous and absolutely they will pull on the lead! Wish you could train in the uk!!!!! Also yes! I have had many trainers who struggled with my springer and said he was out of control yet had no problem with my gsd or my collie, I never went back and found a gun dog trainer who is amazing and I’ve never looked back

[@sethwynn9053]

Love your videos and your style @StonnieDennis. You’ve mentioned how well you like English Cockers in a few videos, but I haven’t found a video dedicated to the breed like this one is to English Springers. While I’m sure they share many common characteristics, I would love a breed specific video on English cockers. I’m strongly considering a field bred English Cocker in the future.

[@LuckieLordie]

Leroy is a beauty of a Tri-colour! Walks well on the lead too! Mine is like flying a ground-kite! Looks a little more Cocker than Springer in his face and ears to my eye, but all Spaniels are beautiful breeds!

[@catherinemiller9798]

Hi Stonnie! I love all dogs. Grew up with ESS before they were two separate varieties/field vs conformation. My two girls before my current dog were field bred English Springers. Love em. My girl Caylee is an Aussie that was rehomed to me several years ago. Obtained her because the folks that had her didn't do their homework. (nice people but lived in a condo in Chicago) Yes, I love high energy dogs. LOL English Cocker's and English Springer's Great dogs! Cathy Miller PA USA ps hope to come visit you one day

[@FredOffenberger-s1v]

Love that coloring, I have one just.like him, along with several others.

[@willis9421]

Good looking dog dude

[@irene2425]

Have you worked with sighthounds at all? I'd love to hear your breed analysis on them! I own 3 borzoi so I'm biased towards them, but any sighthound would be really interesting to hear your thoughts on.

[@lordtugboat]

Leroy is an awesome dog! 😍 Everything you said about spaniels applies to my Brittany--the sweetness, softness, sensitivity, etc, just magnify the tendency to zigzag and range by 100 or so. 😂 I get such a kick out of all your videos, but the spaniel ones are an extra special treat.

[@jeffcressman462]

Leroy looks perfect to me. I would be proud to own such a lovely dog.

[@jvinson4181]

This is so amazing, I absolutely love watching The Springer Spaniel and black lab in the field and brambles. It made me laugh out loud. My family dog growing up happened to be a mix of these two exact breeds, but she ended up looking like a chocolate lab. She was the best and dirtiest dog ever, loved to roll in dead things and horse manure!

[@jeffcressman462]

Leroy is a beautiful looking dog

[@Freeze2007]

He has amazing colors but I have never seen one with those colors, looks like a springer with English setter markings.

[@viljakainu1548]

Do you mean the ticking in the legs? At least in Europe, that's a trait that at least some people desire (I like it a lot, and my buddy has lots of ticking)

[@Freeze2007]

I like the ticking I’ve just never seen it to that degree in a bench bred dog in North American I see it’s in the standard. It’s just not something I’ve seen but I’m also not a breeder so there’s lots I don’t know.

[@Grinding_Gears]

The tan highlights are allowed in the KC breed standard. They are rare.

[@teague4676]

@@Freeze2007 I think this one may be a "European" style, which has a slightly different look.

[@markharnett9389]

I have a 9 month old working-line English Springer Spaniel / Rhodesian Ridgeback cross, both parents known to me. Appearance wise he looks like a black Ridgeback, but behaves very much like your description of a Springer. He's an awesome dog and the only real issue I'm having is him wanting to be, as you say, 'out front'. After listening to your appraisal of Springers I now understand why, and will adjust my expectations a little accordingly. Many thanks from England.

[@jamesgeorge8915]

These dogs have lightning reactions too, as witnessed by myself on a bike cycle when a spaniel in front of me escaped from under an oncoming mountain bike wheel going full pelt. Amazing instincts. Phew!

[@madelineestes7472]

Hey Stonnie! I will be bringing home a field bred cocker puppy soon to be a family and adventure dog that goes hunting sometimes. I would love to hear more about them if you have one around. I love your training style, thanks for what you do!

[@fkrr5]

Looks almost like a mini english setter. Good looking dog

[@Sue-mg7uh]

I have a blue roan tri and he is just as gorgeous. I get comments on his looks all the time.

[@MikaelaArgyrakis]

Everything you say about the breed is very true. I adore my springer, but I wish I would have had a video like yours to watch 3 years ago when we got him. They truly are very sensitive dogs. We fell under the impression of some of those trainers that expect attention from their dogs while walking and prioritized going on "structured" walks. I think that took away from him learning about the environment - ultimately he became dog/human reactive and anxious in many environments. It took me a while to learn, but I modified my methods (first time dog owner), and we've rehabilitated his reactivity in 99% of scenarios after implementing active management techniques from Dr. Amy Cook. He is not in love with playing outdoors, I think environments can be overwhelming for him. But he will *always* retrieve a frisbee. We love throwing them in tall grasses, and he has never left one. With that being said, I bring him with us when my family makes me play disc golf because I am always throwing my disc off course and am terrified of ticks, but my springer doesn't mind getting it for me 😅 He's not a working bird dog, but I imagine those genetics play a huge role in him making a great disc dog lol. He ALSO loves hunting rats! We play a sport called Barn Hunt, and he's great at it! They are very intelligent dogs and can learn skills almost immediately. One of his favorite things is training with me, and he's a joy to work with. They are very sensitive dogs, not just when it comes to training but in general. If I ever cry for xyz, he *always* nudges my head up. He'll separate me and my husband if we play fight (will get between and jump up on the "instigator"). We don't do that anymore to avoid stressing him out! There have been a few people on our walks who he has become particularly suspicious of, and we leave (and are subsequently followed). But I always take his cues to heart. I tend to be an anxious person, and I think that probably played a role in his reactivity as well. I actually think it was a mix of things that caused his reactivity: not purposefully/thoughtfully bred, my early training methods, my anxiety. But like I said, he's come a long way and has been successfully rehabilitated. 😊 I absolutely want another spaniel as our next dog! I too love english cockers.

[@denisechappell3434]

I have a wonderful WCS bitch. My first dog due to my occupational commitment. So I retired and got myself a puppy at 8 weeks. My approach has been to allow this dog to work to it's breed characteristics. We go over field and woodland off lead 85% of the time . We do search and tracking training but she loves to hunt and swim. It is so refreshing to hear your advice to allow these dogs to do and be what they were bred to do . The result is a happy dog with no behavioural problems.

[@johncoates8757]

Springers make absolute awesome therapy dogs. I have placed several in long term care and memory care facilities. I also train these facility therapy dogs to track in yhe event one of the residents wanders off.

[@nadineprior3643]

Gorgeous pup!

[@stellacwalker]

That’ll be it, dogs buy people😂 luv that one 😊

[@jeffcressman462]

great job and you can tell Stonnie loves dogs

[@beetlefang]

I'm late to the show...but that is one beautiful dog!

[@2023Red]

Always great training lessons!

[@jackiedurk8799]

Leroy is a Gorgeous tri colored roan!!!!

[@dlUK1981]

That’s a beautiful dog.

[@mpgastao]

I follow your channel for 3 -4 years now. I own a 3 years old male Irish Setter, quite big for the breed standard and full of energy! But I never see you with one! Could you make a video about this breed?

[@vikingdogmanship]

Great Advice as Always❤ I started with Jrt and when i retire, i think i will stick with the jrt. Spaniels have to much haircare for me, even thoe they are lovely sweet dogs.

[@anthonycote1615]

He’s a handsome dog.

[@jvinson4181]

I grew up with a Springer/lab mix. She caught rabbits and ate them all the time! She also loved finding dead animals and rolling in them😮

[@lisahunt5711]

He is beautiful ❤

[@susinok]

Looks like the ESS is for me. Once my Lab is older, I'll need to get a slightly smaller dog as I get older, and I know I can handle those traits.