English Springers are the second most popular spaniel breed in America with 11,578 registrations in 1998. When I was researching these breeds I was frustrated by the lack of information available. After living with my dogs for a number of years, I realized though Chelsea and Smokey were both spaniels, they had very different personality traits. Inspired, she decided to write a book to introduce the lesser-known breeds, offer a comparative guide to the various breeds, and assist prospective spaniel owners in finding the right dog for their lifestyle. The project took nearly two years to complete.
Additional chapters cover preventive health care, medical conditions, and sports for spaniels.
The paperback book is packed with color photographs. Spiotta-DiMare s Welsh Springer Spaniel passed away recently. She was nearly 16 years old. There s something so special about spaniels. I think of Chelsea every day and consider the book a tribute to her memory.