Clumber Spaniel
About the Clumber Spaniel
Temperament
Physical Characteristics
| Size Category | Large (50-100 lbs) |
|---|---|
| Height | 17-20" |
| Weight | 55-85 lbs |
| Coat Type | Double |
| Coat Length | Medium |
| Colors | |
| Hypoallergenic | No |
Care Requirements
Exercise Needs
Moderate (30-60 min/day)
30 minutes per day recommended
Grooming
Regular - 2-3x/week
Mental Stimulation
★★★★★Moderate mental stimulation needed
Drooling
★★★★★Living Conditions
Cost of Ownership
| Purchase Price | $1,000-$2,500 |
|---|---|
| Annual Cost | $1,400/year |
Costs vary based on location, breeder, and individual needs. Annual costs include food, veterinary care, grooming, and supplies.
Health Considerations
Like all breeds, Clumber Spaniels may be prone to certain health conditions:
Regular veterinary check-ups and proper care can help prevent or manage many health issues.
Best For
- Families with Children
- First-Time Owners
- Seniors
Guides for your Clumber Spaniel
The story behind the Clumber Spaniel
The Clumber takes its name from Clumber Park in Nottinghamshire, England, seat of the Dukes of Newcastle, where the breed was maintained from the later eighteenth century onward. Tradition attributes its arrival to French aristocratic kennels, though that story is not documented well enough to state as fact. What is clear is that heavy, low-slung spaniels were bred on English estates as steady walking-pace gundogs for shooting parties working thick cover. Royal patronage during the nineteenth century raised the breed's profile, and it appeared among early entries in British and American kennel club records in the 1870s and 1880s. Estate shooting declined and numbers fell with it, while both world wars reduced the population further. Today the Clumber is uncommon, kept mainly as a companion and show dog with a small working contingent.
Originally bred for: Dense-cover gundog, Walking-pace flushing spaniel, Estate shooting dog. You can trace how working roles shaped today’s breeds across our dog guides.
Feeding a Clumber Spaniel
A heavy, low-set spaniel that gains weight almost as a hobby, so measured portions and disciplined treat use protect joints and back. Growing puppies benefit from a large-breed formula, and a bowl set at a comfortable height suits a dog with such a broad, deep muzzle.
Watch for: No breed-defining ingredient intolerance is established, though ear problems are frequent in heavily eared spaniels and are sometimes blamed on food when moisture and conformation are the real drivers. Weight control matters more than ingredient avoidance; a veterinarian should assess persistent symptoms.
Not sure what to put in the bowl? See our picks for the best dog food for large breeds.
Mealtime extras: training treats worth keeping in your pocket, and a slow feeder bowl if your dog inhales dinner. Everything else lives in our dog nutrition and feeding hub.
Living with a Clumber Spaniel
Day to day, the basics matter most: how much exercise your dog needs, how often to get out for a walk, and how much sleep is normal.
For play and enrichment, browse chew toys built for strong jaws and interactive toys for rainy days.
Gear that fits the breed makes life easier: a well-sized dog bed, a properly sized crate.
Raising a puppy? Work through crate training and the teething timeline — or see how old your dog is in human years with our dog age calculator.