Welsh Springer Spaniel

Origin and History

The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a long-established hunting dog developed in Wales to flush game from the undergrowth and retrieve it. It is slightly smaller than the English Springer and always red and white; it is known for its loyalty and affectionate nature.

Appearance and Coat

It has a medium-sized, athletic and well-balanced body with drooping ears. Its silky, medium-length, flat coat is always a rich red and white; it forms feathering on the ears and legs and needs regular grooming.

Personality and Temperament

The Welsh Springer is friendly, loyal and affectionate. It is people-oriented and gets along well with children and other animals; it is a bit more reserved with strangers than the English Springer. It is an energetic, hard-working dog that is eager to please; it dislikes being left alone.

Care, Exercise and Training

Its silky coat needs regular brushing; its drooping ears should be cleaned to prevent infection. It needs a lot of exercise. Intelligent and trainable, it responds well to reward-based training.

Health

Hip dysplasia, ear infections, eye problems (glaucoma, cataracts) and epilepsy may occur. Regular ear and eye care is recommended. The Welsh Springer Spaniel suits active families looking for a friendly, loyal and active family dog who can make time for coat/ear care and exercise.