Springador
Also called Springer Spaniel Labrador mix
From Particularly common in the United Kingdom, especially in rural areas.1
At a glance the quick version
Sources differ: The Labrador Site gives 30-50 lb (about 14-23 kg), Dogtime 50-90 lb (about 23-41 kg). Size can vary a lot even within one litter.
Coat and looks how to spot one
short to medium, dense, water-resistant
An athletic gundog build with a dense, water-resistant coat that is short to medium in length and smooth to slightly wavy.21
Personality what they are like
A cheerful, sociable dog with bags of energy and a big heart. Springadors are loyal, playful and curious, and love working alongside their people. Some take after the laid-back Labrador, others after the busier working Springer.21
Daily activity how busy a day looks
High: at least 1.5 to 2 hours of exercise a day, plus mental work. They love hiking, swimming, agility and jogging with an active owner.21
Grooming and care the hands-on bits
Moderate: brush 2-3 times a week, bath every 6-8 weeks, check ears weekly and keep nails trimmed.2
Home where they are happiest
Best with an active family or owner with time for long daily outings and plenty of company.21
Company who they like around
Very sociable and happiest with company. Typically good with children and other pets. Early reward-based training, especially on recall, pays off given the spaniel's love of scent.21
The story where it all began
The Springador comes from two classic British gundogs, the Labrador Retriever and the English Springer Spaniel. It is especially popular in the British countryside, where it is kept both as a family dog and as a working and hunting companion.1
Fun facts for the dinner table
Recognised by the official bits
- Major kennel clubs
- Not recognised by major kennel clubs as a breed; it is a crossbreed.1
The care rhythm Furry Diary remembers it for you
A typical home-care rhythm for a Springador. It is our own starting plan, not a vet's advice, and you can change every line in the app.
- Brushingevery week
- Bathevery 8 weeks
- Nail trimSooner if you hear clicking on the floorevery month
- Ear checkevery 2 weeks
- Teeth brushingDaily brushing is idealevery 2 days
- ExerciseDaily walks and playevery day
- Flea, tick and worm protectionSchedule as your vet recommendsas your vet recommends
- Vet check-upevery year
Parents and lookalikes
Labrador Retriever
English Springer Spaniel
Sprocker Spaniel
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Where this comes from
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- The Labrador Site: Springador thelabradorsite.comused for origin, weight, temperament, training, uses, fun facts
- Dogtime: Springador dogtime.comused for height, weight, lifespan, coat, colours, temperament, exercise, grooming
Checked 2026-10-01. Text is written in our own words from these sources.