A red gundog with a flat, moderate-length coat and long silky feathering that is brushed two or three times a week and checked daily. Hill's describes it as a friendly family dog that can be too big and rambunctious for small children and needs patient, firm training. The Royal Kennel Club lists more than two hours of exercise a day and a large house and garden.
| Adult weight, male | 27 to 32 kg |
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| Adult weight, female | 24 to 29 kg |
| Size | Large, 25 to 40 kg |
| Height | 64 to 69 cm |
| Lifespan | 12 to 14 years |
| Coat | short and fine on head and forelegs, moderate length and flat elsewhere, with long silky feathering |
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