Breeds

Tweed Water Spaniel

Working group · United Kingdom

Tweed Water Spaniel

Tweed Water Spaniel

Medium sizeWire coatModerate sheddingHigh energyModerate barking

The Tweed Water Spaniel is an extinct breed that originated in the border region between Scotland and England during the 19th century, where it was developed to retrieve game from water in challenging terrain. Known for its intelligence, eagerness to please, and strong swimming ability, this breed was prized by hunters for its versatility and reliable work ethic in cold water conditions. The Tweed Water Spaniel is best remembered as a significant contributor to the development of the modern Golden Retriever through strategic breeding programs in the late 1800s.

NameSexDate of birth
Bellefemale1862-01-01