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The Sussex Spaniel comes from the county of Sussex in southeast England. In the late 1700s and 1800s, local breeders, most famously Augustus Elliott Fuller, who is commonly said to have kept his dogs at Rosehill near Hastings, developed a low, sturdy spaniel to flush game from the thick brambles, woods and undergrowth of the Sussex countryside. Most spaniels work quietly, but the Sussex "gives tongue," meaning it barks as it follows a scent, so hunters on foot could keep track of it in dense cover. It was one of the early breeds recognized by the AKC, in 1884 (Sporting Group). Numbers dropped sharply during the World Wars, and it remains one of the rarer spaniels. In 2009 a Sussex Spaniel named Stump won Best in Show at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, at age 10, and became the oldest winner of the title.

Often shortened to "Sussex." The rich golden-liver coat color is considered unique to the breed. About 13–15 inches tall and roughly 35–45 lbs, with a long, low, sturdy body and a rolling gait. The silky, flat to slightly wavy coat is a rich golden liver, with golden hair tips that give it a glowing shimmer, and it has feathering on the legs, ears and tail. The head is large, the eyes are hazel, and the face has a thoughtful, frowning expression. Ears are long and low-set. The coat needs regular brushing, and the long ears need regular cleaning.

Cheerful, friendly, calm and affectionate, with a solemn face that hides a merry personality. Sussex Spaniels are loyal and devoted to their family and are known for being clownish at home. They are also known to be stubborn and slow to mature, and they can be vocal. They are moderately active, enjoy walks and sniffing, and do best with patient, consistent, positive training and plenty of company.