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The temperament of the AWS (American
Water Spaniel) is a very intelligent, happy, and merry dog. The AWS is a "Dog Lovers Dog", not to be left alone in a kennel
and taken out only when it is hunting season. The AWS needs to be a part of your family in every way. The best way to socialize
your dog is to take them everywhere and allow them to meet everyone. The AWS is born with natural hunting and quartering instincts.
They are close working dogs and all you need to do is add obedience, love and 15 minutes a day of training. This will make
a well rounded dog that is welcome into anyones home.
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George, our son Steve and George's pride
& joy and hunting partner "Marley".
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"Henry" Bill's new pup!
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The size of the AWS is 15 to 18 inches
for either sex. Males weigh 30-45 lbs. and females weigh 25-40 lbs. Females tend to be slightly smaller than the males. There
is no prefernce for the size within the given range provided the dog is correctly proportioned, has good substance and balance
is maintained. The colors are either brown, solid liver, or dark chocolate; a little white on the toes and/or the chest is
permissible.
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The AWS's coat can range from marcel
(uniform waves) to closely curled. Here at Night Hawk Kennels, we prefer the curly coat, because it is the original coat.
The AWS has an undercoat to proctect them from cold water or punishing cover. The tail is long and covered with curls or feathers,
with feathering on the legs. Their ears are long with wavey to curly hair, covering both the inside and outside.
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In memory of
"Beaus' Night Hawk
Ruff Rider"
Ruff
1989-2001
There's a little piece of Ruff in every
Night Hawk dog
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