Quality high-energy dogs

[TreestandEd]

I met a breeder who I like and has some very fine Field Bred English Springer Spaniels. The dog he demonstrated for me there will be sire of upcoming litter was a machine. He says he breeds his dogs mostly for hunting and AKC field trials and has roots from England.

I went to local hunters trial this past weekend that a group of clubs have. All Springer’s I looked at seemed of slow.
How important is speed as characteristic of quality gun dog?

Any info opinions would be appreciated


TrestandEd

"Hard work ... conviction ... pride ... responsibility ... class ... character ... success...BOWHUNTING

[OhioDuckHunter]

Dear Ed,

Please check your e-mail. I can tell you that not ALL Springers are slow working. Also remember that if a dog is too fast, it may miss the bird! Do you want to run after the dog/bird or enjoy the hunt?

Your dog selection depends on your style of hunting. I have a Lab that works fine or me, and I work with members of a club I belong to (springer club) that have dogs I like and some I do not care for.

Good Luck with the Duck!