Page 2 - Cinci 2018

Boykin Spaniels 2 Ad Rates & Info: 513-520-6077

Boykin Spaniels

For

Home & Field

The Boykin Spaniel was first
bred by South Carolina hunters
during the 1900’s to provide
the ideal dog for hunting
ducks and wild turkeys in the
Wateree River Swamp. Hunters
on South Carolina’s Wateree
River needed a small rugged
dog compactly built for boat
travel and able to retrieve on
land and water.
The first Boykin Spaniel, or Boykin Spaniels make the transition from
the precursor of today’s breed, was hunting companion to family pet easily.
reportedly a small, stray spaniel-type
dog that befriended a banker in BOYKIN SPANIELS
Spartanburg, South Carolina around are true multi-purpose dogs.
1905-1910. The banker Alexander
White liked the little dog and took We have trained scent dogs, land
it home. White sent the dog called and water retrievers, upland game
“Dumpy”, to his longtime friend flushers, and expert ball players.
and hunting partner Whit Boykin. These wonderful family members
In Boykin’s hands the little stray excel in almost any discipline:
developed into a superb turkey dog obedience, dock diving, agility and
and waterfowl retriever. This dog lap sitting.
became the foundation stock for the We occasionally have
Boykin Spaniel.
puppies for sale.
Today, this little brown retriever can be
found on hunts and in homes across The typical Boykin is friendly
America. Stamina in hot weather and and eager to please. They range
eagerness to please make this dog a in size from 14” to 18” and weigh
favorite in dove fields and homes, but approximately 25 to 40 lbs.
Boykins have retained their spaniel
flushing abilities, and readily adapt For more information:
to a variety of upland Game hunting
including pheasant, quail and grouse. Contact Barb or Debby
An aptitude for water retrieving, phone: (513) 522-2378
combined with their compact size,
assures these dogs a place in the email: info@tckennel.com
duck boats and blinds as well. Boykins 1049 Meredith Drive
have often been described as
“the dog that doesn’t rock the boat.” Visit us on Facebook at:
Town & Country Boykin Spaniels
Please support our partners — say you saw it in Pet Pages.