Boykin Spaniel “Where It Began” T-Shirt

A tribute to the man, the dog, and the small South Carolina community where the Boykin story began.

The Boykin Spaniel “Where It Began” T-Shirt features a small vintage-style portrait on the front and an imagined sepia scene of Whit Boykin with Dumpy—the little brown dog credited with inspiring the Boykin Spaniel breed—on the back. The setting is identified as Boykin, South Carolina, in 1905, giving the artwork the character of a treasured photograph preserved from the breed’s earliest days.

Although artistically imagined rather than an authentic historical photograph, the scene honors the remarkable story behind South Carolina’s state dog. Its warm sepia tones, aged details, and handwritten-style lettering feel like something discovered in an old family album or Carolina sporting journal.

Printed on the Comfort Colors 1717, this heavyweight ring-spun cotton tee has a relaxed fit and soft, garment-dyed finish that complements the nostalgic character of the artwork. It’s a meaningful choice for Boykin owners, sporting-dog enthusiasts, South Carolina natives, and anyone who appreciates the history behind the beloved little brown dog.

Product Details

• Comfort Colors 1717 garment-dyed unisex T-shirt

• 100% ring-spun U.S. cotton

• Heavyweight 6.1 oz fabric

• Soft-washed, garment-dyed finish

• Relaxed unisex fit

• Pre-shrunk for a reliable fit

• Classic crew neckline

• Double-needle stitching for added durability

• Tubular construction with no side seams

• Sewn-in label

• Available in sizes S–4XL

Care

• Machine wash cold

• Do not bleach

• Tumble dry low

• Iron or steam on low heat

• Do not dry clean