Spreagle

Dog Breed Profile

Spreagle History

The Spreagle is a working, herding, and sporting breed of gundog developed in Ireland. The Spreagle is an active, intelligent, hardy, and good-natured family pet. This friendly, energetic, and playful dog makes an excellent family addition. The Spreagle is a charming, loving, and gentle companion. This lovable and affectionate hound is happiest when it has a job to do. The Spreagle is clean and relatively odorless. The coat of the Spreagle is short, smooth, and close-lying. The coat comes in a variety of colors including black, brindle, liver, and tan. The origins of the name “Spreague” are lost in obscurity, but it is believed that it was originally used as a nickname for the native Irish sheepdogs, or collie-type dogs, used in Ireland for herding. The origin of the name “Spreag” is also unknown, but could possibly be derived from the Irish word “sprear,” meaning “effective” or “successful” – which might have been used to describe the dogs’ ability to drive cattle. The first recorded entry of a dog named “Spraigue” in the Kennel Club Stud Book was in 1973. The founder was Mrs. Brigid Mullen of County Monaghan. She crossed her own collie, “Athair”, with a yellow Labrador Retriever, “Liam”. The kennel name was “Rosehill”, which Merlyn Kennels in the U.K. registered in 1981.

Time of Origin

2000s

Country of Origin

United States Of America

Ancestry

Beagle, English Springer Spaniel

Spreagle Physical Characteristics

The Spreagle is an adult breed of domestic cat that is native to the United States. Its exact origins are unknown but it is thought to be a breed that descended from the Manx cat. It has a medium length, rough-textured, and wavy fur that is either red, orange, or cream. It has large eyes, with round pupils and a slightly arched nose. The ears are tufted, and it has a long tail.

Eye Colors

Hazel, Brown

Nose Colors

Black

Coat Colors

White, Brown, Black

Height Range

Male Height Range: 14 – 25 inches

Female Height Range: 14 – 25 inches

Weight Range

Male Weight Range: 41 – 65 lbs

Female Weight Range: 41 – 65 lbs

Spreagle Health

Description of breed health.

Lifespan

12-15 yrs

Spreagle Health Concerns

Pulmonic Stenosis, Retinal Dysplasia, Seborrhea, Hip Dysplasia, Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency, Deafness, Cataracts, Diabetes, Corneal Dystrophy, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Idiopathic Epilepsy, Mitral Valve Dysplasia, Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia), Myasthenia Gravis, CVI (Wobbler’s Syndrome)

Spreagle Temperament and Behaviour

The Spreagle is a very intelligent and responsive dog that is naturally protective. They are independent and strong-willed, but are also extremely loyal to their owners. They are very calm, but can be playful and fun-loving.

Spreagle Activity Requirements

While all dogs require a certain amount of daily exercise, the Spreagle is a relatively low-energy, small dog that does not require much. They do, however, need at least one good walk or run each day. If you are looking for a companion who does not need hours of vigorous activity, the Spreagle may be the right choice for you. They are more content lounging around at home with their family than being outside, but they will get some enjoyment from a short walk or playtime.