small hunting dog

[hunterjames]

does anybody know of any hunting dogs that dont weigh over 25 30 lbs i just moved into an appartment and can have a pet that weighs 30 lbs or less. the primary use will be phesants. thanks for any information.

[grousehunter]

could probably find a french britany around that weight. I'm not sure how much boykin spaniels weight, but I think close to around that.

[Cold_blood]

my dad had terrier chiwawa mix that he used for phesants sure it was a mutt and was small but it got the job done don't be afraid to try mutts if there cross bred but dogs are smart and you can train them to do anything if you just take the time

[Harmonica Bear]

I think field bred cocker spaniels might fit the bill as well. One of the regulars on here has one and should be able to join in with some more specific info.

[jigging-matt]

I was going to say Cocker spaniel also. Brittany might be pushing the 30 pound max.

[LABS4ME]

I have a field bred American Cocker. 26 lbs... good pheasant dog, better grouse dog, incredible in the house. Hard to get one though... lots of effort.

Field bred English Cockers are much easier to find... though you still want to research your breeder. They run a tad larger than an American... though still around that 30 lb mark.

I can write more if you want specifics.

Good LUck!

Ken

[thebman]

I was in the same boat as you when looking for a new dog. The family wanted another dog but my wife didn't want a big hunting dog. After a lot of research I found the English Cocker. This dog is the greatest, loves to hunt, well behaved, and is the perfect size for being in the house. He also loves to be in the boat with us while fishing, with his small size he doesn't get in the way. Anyway he is a machine in the field, with his size he cannot cover as much ground as the bigger dogs but that's fine as I like the fact that he works close to me. Do some research on the breed and if you have any questions just ask. As others have mentioned, look for the field bred English Cocker as the breed has the the lines that are bred for show.

[FCspringer]

A small springer may fit the Bill.

[pikehunter]

I'm in your exact same situation and went with a Brittany. He's 8 months old and 23 pounds today. He'll probably max out around 30, but his parents ran a little small. Make sure you ask yourself this (as I did): Lets say he weighs 35. What are the odds someone shows up at my door with a scale?

[Heidi]

I second the Brittany. I have a 41 pound male and a 32 pound

female. Good in the house and field. Good luck

[Lynch Gun Dogs]

www.lynchgundogs.com

I sell alot of dogs to people in your situation. English cocker is a good choice. My springers dont run much bigger then my cockers. My female cockers are between 17-25lbs males 18-33lbs. Female springers between 25-33 males between 28-43.

[Big Dave2]

I have a female Brittany from Ben's Brittany's and she is only 26 lbs at 18 months old

[springerspeed]

This is the situation I was in when I got my first springer. She ran about 30 pounds when she was full grown. I haven't looked back since. I would not rule out a cocker though. They are good hunters as well as great house dogs as I am told from people that have them.

[JConrad]

A field bred springer spaniel or a field bred english cocker spaniel would be my top choices for a smaller pheasant dog. I have worked extensively with springers and some with the field bred cockers. the cockers tend to be a bit smaller. The size of the springer really depends on his/her parents. [Note from Admin: Please read forum policy before posting again, Thank You]

[AWSpaniels]

May I suggest an American Water Spaniel.... not only because I breed them, but also because they fit just what you are looking for. Females tend to be smaller than males. You can find more information on this breed and my dogs on my web site.

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Hope this helps, and you find the perfect puppy you are looking for.

[DuckDog]

I just saw a British Lab - very small dog (compared to my yellow lab)

[SP180]

I have a 18 month old springer that is running 29-30. But my older springer is 65. I would have to agree that a French Brittany would be a great choice and more reliably smaller.

[DoubleLunger]

ANY BRIT, NOT JUST FRENCH. For my money, the best upland dog and companion out there.

[gadabout]

Have you considered a mini beagle? My dad had one when i was growing up in ohio. I remember we hunted slowly,not good for a young man just starting his hunting life,but the little dog would allways produce.Nothing was off limits Pheants,Quail,Rabbits and squrrils. Just a thought