Spanador Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Spanador is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Outright
Tempered
Merry
Trusting
Joyful
Sociable
Cheerful

Spanador dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Spanador. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

Spanadors are very good watchdogs. They are a vocal breed, and are wary of outsiders, so if someone approaches your home or aims to intrude, the Spanador is going to make sure everyone knows about it.

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Labrador Retriever and American Cocker Spaniel

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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Brown
Amber

Cream
Fawn
Brown
Black
Red
White

The coat of a Spanador falls in the medium length category.

Straight

A Spanador can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Spanadors are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Spanador breed is commonly healthy with low vet costs, regular check-ups may not be as necessary but it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Cataracts
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Allergies
Weight Gain

Eye Examination
Ear Examination
Urinalysis
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Blood Glucose Tests
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Tests and Analysis
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Allergy Testing

Spanadors are known for their high energy levels, so if you're looking for a more low-key dog, this breed may not be the best choice.

Spanador have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Spanador dog needs significant physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. They are also well-suited for those who lead an active lifestyle and enjoy activities such as running, hiking, or other outdoor pursuits.

Spanadors dogs are tend to sleep less than other breeds, but they still require adequate sleep to maintain good health.

Spanadors tend to bark moderately, they bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or to communicate something. They may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Go to Beach, Walk, Run, Groom, Play, Nap, Chase, Bath time, Brushing, Shake, Go to Park, Play keep away, Go to lake, Play Fight, Squeak toys, Ride in car, Swim, Tug-of-war, Fish, Fetch, Socialize, Cuddle, Car rides, Hunting, Hunt

Spanadors are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Spanador, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Spanadors usually need at least 70 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Spanador is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Spanador should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder

For an average 22-50 pound (10 - 23 kg) Spanador feed 3.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Spanador is somewhere $1.70 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Spanador is between $55 - $63. This makes an average of $660 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Spanador breed is considered highly intelligent and very easy to train.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

The Spanador is an apartment-friendly dog breed. They can do perfectly well in apartments providing they are sufficiently exercised and taken out and about as part of their owner's daily lifestyle.

A Spanadors typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Spanadors are one of the best dogs for cats. They're accept cats readily as part of the family. However, this dog breed should be trained to not chase after the kitty early on

Spanadors are very friendly towards other dogs. This breed typically have a happy and affectionate temperament around dogs.

Spanadors are very friendly around strangers.

Spanadors are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Spanador for a mellower experience.

Spanador dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.