English Toy Spaniel dog
Small breed regular energy Silky coat Toy Group

English Toy Spaniel

Gentle, Playful, Intelligent

The ETS is a square, snub-nosed toy weighing no more than 14 pounds. The large domed headโ€”with its long and lush ears, dark melting eyes, and chubby cheeksโ€”is a famous breed trait. The profuse coat comes in four varieties, each with its own proper name: red and white (Blenheim); โ€ฆ

โš–๏ธ 8โ€“14 lbs (3.63โ€“6.35 kg) ๐Ÿ“ 9โ€“10" ๐ŸŽ‚ 10โ€“12 yr lifespan ๐Ÿง  Intelligence #45 (Average)

English Toy Spaniel Characteristics

Energy

60%

Shedding

60%

Trainability

40%

Grooming

60%

Friendliness

60%

Coat Type

Silky coat

2-3 Times a Week Brushing

Breed Data

๐Ÿง 
#45
Intelligence
๐ŸŽ‚
1yr
Avg lifespan
๐Ÿ’ฐ
$18K
Lifetime cost
๐Ÿ–
$405/yr
Annual food
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘ง
Great
With kids
๐Ÿฉบ
0
Known conditions

Expert Picks for English Toy Spaniels

โญ Top Pick Taste of the Wild High Prairie

dog food

Taste of the Wild High Prairie

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… 4.7

Best value grain-free option โ€” great for active dogsโ€ฆ

West Paw Zogoflex Hurley Dog Bone

toys

West Paw Zogoflex Hurley Dog Bone

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… 4.4

Best eco-friendly toy โ€” great for moderate chewersโ€ฆ

FurHaven Ultra Plush Luxe Lounger

beds

FurHaven Ultra Plush Luxe Lounger

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… 4.4

Best affordable comfort bed โ€” ideal for dogs who just want cozyโ€ฆ

Embark Dog DNA Test Kit

health

Embark Dog DNA Test Kit

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… 4.5

Best DNA test overall โ€” unmatched health screening depthโ€ฆ

Whistle Go Explore GPS Tracker

training

Whistle Go Explore GPS Tracker

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… 4.2

Best budget GPS tracker โ€” lighter and cheaper with health monitoringโ€ฆ

Skout's Honor Probiotic Dog Grooming Spray

grooming

Skout's Honor Probiotic Dog Grooming Spray

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… 4.5

Best probiotic coat spray โ€” supports skin microbiome health between baโ€ฆ

English Toy Spaniel Care Tips

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Benefits from 30-60 minutes daily exercise โ€” walks, play sessions, or swimming.

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Seasonal shedder โ€” daily brushing during spring and fall coat blows is essential.

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Brush 2-3ร— weekly to maintain coat condition and reduce shedding around the home.

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FCI Classification

FCI Group

Group 9 โ€” Companion and Toy Dogs

Section

Engelse dwergspaniรซls

Status

recognized