Data for all English springer spaniels
Breed health coordinators from English springer spaniel clubs across the UK have launched a survey to highlight any health problems in the breed.
The survey, which is live between May 1 and July 31, 2013, is aimed at giving a better picture of the breed's health and temperament, as well as putting any problems in context.
According to the clubs, English Springer Spaniels are not known to suffer from any widespread health problems and are generally long-lived – providing they are well-exercised and fed a health, balanced diet.
Therefore, coordinators are hoping to reach as many English springer spaniel owners as possible across the UK, whether theirs has been diagnosed with health conditions or not, and whether theirs is Kennel Club registered or not.
Owners whose dog has died since January 2008 may also complete the survey, which takes just a few minutes per dog.
The population of English springer spaniels is estimated to be around 250,000, making them the third most popular breed in the UK.
Supported by the Kennel Club, the survey will provide an ongoing facility for English springer spaniel owners and researchers once the data has been collated and published.
Click here to complete the survey or phone 020 8427 3396 to request a copy.
The survey can otherwise be downloaded and sent back via email, or to English Springer Spaniel 2013 Health Survey, 51 Vernon Drive, Middlesex, HA7 2BP.
All information received will be treated in strict confidence, yet owners must agree to having the data published anonymously.
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