Boykin Spaniel puppies for sale across Canada

Breed history

The Boykin Spaniel was developed in the early 1900s in South Carolina’s coastal lowcountry, primarily by Lester Boykin, a local hunter and farmer. He bred a small, tough hunting dog that could navigate swampy terrain and retrieve waterfowl. Over time, local hunters refined the breed by crossing it with other hunting dogs to enhance its stamina, temperament, and retrieving ability. The result was a compact, energetic spaniel that became highly valued for its work ethic, loyalty, and versatility in both fieldwork and family life.