Welsh Springer Spaniel

Welsh Springer Spaniel History

The Welsh Springer Spaniel often appeared in pictures of the nineteenth century, but he was only recognized officially in 1902. Acclimated to life in Wales, with its difficult terrain and rough climate, the Welsh Springer Spaniel is a strong dog who could endure bad weather. (It is said that "for him it is always sunny.") The Welsh Springer is an excellent retriever in ice-cold water and is capable of hunting for hours without tiring.

Welsh Springer Spaniel Description

The Welsh Springer Spaniel has an independent character and must be trained well so that he will remain by the hunter's side. But he is a sensitive companion who loves company, especially that of children, and his little stump of a tail is always wagging.

The Welsh Springer Spaniel's shape is similar to the Clumber Spaniel's: an elongated body and short legs. They measure between 17 and 20 inches in height. And the Welsh Springer Spaniel's coat can be either a dark rich red and white or ivory white, with markings around the eyes and over the ears.