Boykin Spaniel

The Boykin Spaniel is a medium-sized flushing and retrieving dog, instantly recognizable by its rich brown coat and cheerful, eager personality. Known for being merry, highly trainable, and enthusiastic in the field, this versatile spaniel is equally content as a calm and affectionate house companion. Once considered South Carolina’s best-kept secret, the Boykin has earned wider admiration for its balanced nature.

Boykins are medium-sized spaniels, taller and more athletic than Cocker Spaniels yet more compact than Springers. The breed’s defining feature is its solid brown coat, ranging in color from deep liver to rich chocolate. Long, feathered ears hang close to the cheeks, enhancing an expression of gentle intelligence and warmth.

Developed to work in the lakes and swamps of South Carolina, Boykin Spaniels have webbed feet and are powerful, natural swimmers. Though once known mainly among local hunters of waterfowl and wild turkey, the Boykin is now widely appreciated for being as delightful at home as it is determined and energetic in the field—gentle and affectionate with family, yet fierce and focused when working.