Welsh Springer Spaniel Puppies for Sale

Welsh Springer Spaniel Puppies for Sale: About the Breed

Typically referred to as the "Welshie", this hardy gun dog was developed in Wales. Favored by wealthy Englishmen as an all-purpose hunting dog, this breed excelled in water and land for use with all types of game. The Welsh Springer Spaniel derived their name from their style of hunting, "springing" in the air to flush out game ahead of their hunting companion.

Character

The Welsh Springer Spaniel is compact and muscular. This is an attractive breed, exhibiting substance, and built for endurance. Although the Welsh Springer Spaniel possesses many attributes this breed is often over-looked by their English Spaniel cousin. As a result they are rarely seen in the United States and may be difficult to obtain.

Temperament

This breed is affectionate, happy, and excellent with children. They are active, loyal, friendly, and exhibit a playful attitude. The Welsh Springer Spaniel is accepting of other pets. They may be reserved with strangers, but are not shy, timid, or aggressive. Although they are somewhat independent, this breed thrives on being included in family activities and does not do well if left alone for extended periods of time. They are amiable and trustworthy companions.

Care

The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires regular brushing with a stiff bristle brush. Special care must be given during shedding. Bathing or dry shampooing should only be done when necessary. It is important to regularly check and clean the ears. This breed is prone to hip dysplasia, epilepsy, and entropion.

Coat

The Welsh Springer Spaniel has a coat that is naturally straight, soft in texture, thick, and flat. The coat is weatherproof and provides protection from temperature extremes as well as briar bushes and thorns. There is feathering on the chest, underside of the body, and the back of the legs. The tail and ears have light feathering. This breed's coat color only comes in red and white, with many pattern variations. They are average shedders.

Training

This versatile breed is eager to learn but can be headstrong. They require early socialization and basic obedience. Their primary love is hunting, so early training in this sport is highly recommended to keep them from roaming. Training should be done with firmness, fairness, and consistency.

Activity

The Welsh Springer Spaniel is highly energetic and lively. They require a tremendous amount of exercise off the leash, and prefer a large yard or open space. This breed will do okay in an apartment provided they are sufficiently exercised. They are fairly active indoors and benefit from play sessions. The Welsh Springer Spaniel excels in tracking, hunting, retrieving, and swimming. If this breed is not properly exercised on a consistent basis they will become bored, lazy, and overweight.

Weight

35-45 lbs

Height

Male: 18-19; Female: 17-18 inches

Color Variations

Curious about the color palette of Welsh Springer Spaniel puppies? You'll discover a captivating array of hues and patterns that define their distinctive personalities. Below you will find common and rare coat colors for the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed. *Remember, coat colors often change as a puppy grows older and cannot be guaranteed to remain constant.

• Black
• Black & White
• Liver & White
• Red & White
• Tricolor

Name Variations

Searching for common aliases for Welsh Springer Spaniel puppies? Ever wondered what other names people use for this breed? Find your answer to what other people call the Welsh Springer Spaniel by exploring their affectionate nicknames or monikers below. This list will help you in your search for Welsh Spaniel puppies and even Welsh Springer puppies for sale as they relate to the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed.

• Welsh Spaniel
• Welsh Springer
• Welsh Springer Spaniel Retriever
• Welshie