Boykin Spaniel

South Carolina's state dog was bred around Camden to hunt wild turkey and waterfowl, and it remains a largely American breed that is hard to find elsewhere. At 11 to 18 kg, with a liver or chocolate coat that runs from straight to moderately curly, it sits between Cocker and Springer in size. Boykins are friendly, quick to train and energetic, and they need daily exercise and company. Screening matters here: ask for DNA results for exercise-induced collapse and collie eye anomaly, plus hip scores.