Welsh Springer Spaniel

USD $1200-$1400 Price Avg.

Gun Dog

Group

Purebred

Breed Type

Medium

Size

12-15 years

Lifespan

Breed Information

Group Gun Dog
Popularity/Rank 133
Origin Wales
Other Names Welsh Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer, Welsh Starter, Welshie
Breed Type Purebred
Price (Avg.) USD $1200-$1400
How much does it cost to purchase a Welsh Springer Spaniel?
The price of a Welsh Springer Spaniel will vary from breeder to breeder as well as from place to place. As a rough guide, you should expect to pay between $1200 to $1400 per Welsh Springer Spaniel if you purchase from a reputable breeder. Prices will be higher for show-quality dogs with a distinguished pedigree. Adult dogs who have already been trained may cost even more. It is usually less expensive to adopt a Welsh Springer Spaniel through a shelter.
Size Medium
Weight Male: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg),
Female: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg)
Height Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm),
Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)
Lifespan 12-15 years
Recognized by AKC, FCI
The American Kennel Club in 1914 as a Sporting breed. And FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Purpose bird flushing, retrieving, hunting
Date of Origin 1600s
Ancestry Cocker spaniel, English springer spaniel

Appearance & Maintenance

Coat Silky, Soft, Straight
Coat Colors Red, White
Grooming Level
Shedding Level
Eye Color Possibilities Amber, Brown
Nose Color Possibilities Black
Coat Color Possibilities Red, White
Coat Length Medium
Coat Density Normal
Coat Texture Wavy
Recommended Brushes Comb, Nail Clipper, Pin Brush
Brushing Frequency Weekly

Breed Characteristics

Temperament Active, Affectionate, Caring, Friendly, Intelligent, Loyal, Playful, Sportive, Stubborn
Intelligent
Trainability
Playfulness
Sensitivity Level
Affection Level
Social Interaction Required
Barking
Watchdog Ability
Territorial
Biting Force Low
Mouthiness
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Prey Drive
Adaptability
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Fighting Dog Not really

Good & Friendly with

Apartment Life Friendly
Stranger Friendly
Kid-Friendly
Cat Friendly
Dog Friendly
Office Friendly No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Pet Friendly
Friendly with First Time Owners No
Service Dog Not really
Therapy Dog Not really
Detection, Sniffer or Security Dog Yes
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Not really
Boat Dog Not really
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Not really

Health Elements

Health Issues
Health Problems Cataracts, Elbow Dysplasia, Entropion, Epilepsy, Glaucoma, Hip Dysplasia, Hypothyroidism, Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Hypoallergenic No
Energy Level
Exercise Required
Sleeping Required
Weight Gain Potential
Weather & Climate Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Stinkiness Medium
Drooling tendency
Activity Level High
Rec. Walk Mileage Per Week 8 miles
Minutes of Activity Per Day 45 minutes

Food & Costing

Avg. Daily Food 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Cups Per Day 2.5 cups
Daily Cost $1.20 - $1.40
Monthly Cost $34.00 - $45.00

Reproducibility

Gestation Duration 60-64 days
How often can the Welsh Springer Spaniel have a litter? Once a year.
Litter Size 6-8 puppies (Once a year.)

Description

The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a medium-sized breed of dog that originated in Wales. It is a member of the spaniel family and is known for its friendly, loyal, and affectionate nature. The Welsh Springer Spaniel has a distinctive appearance with its long ears, short muzzle, and deep chest. Its coat is usually white with red markings on the head, chest, and legs.

The Welsh Springer Spaniel has an average lifespan of 12 to 14 years. It typically stands between 18 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder and weighs between 35 to 45 pounds when fully grown. The breed comes in several colors including black & white, liver & white, red & white, or tricolor (black/white/tan).

The Welsh Springer Spaniel has an outgoing personality that makes it great for families with children or other pets. They are very intelligent dogs that are eager to please their owners and learn new commands quickly. They are also very loyal companions who will bond closely with their owners over time.

Welsh Springer Spaniels are generally friendly towards other dogs as well as cats and other animals if they have been properly socialized from an early age. They can also be good around children if they have been raised around them since puppyhood; however they may become overly protective if not properly trained or socialized from an early age.

The temperament of the Welsh Springer Spaniel is generally calm but alert; they make excellent watchdogs due to their keen sense of hearing and alertness when strangers approach their home or family members.

When it comes to health issues the Welsh Springer Spaniel can be prone to hip dysplasia as well as eye problems such as cataracts or progressive retinal atrophy (PRA). Regular vet checkups should help catch any potential health issues before they become serious problems for your pet dog.

In terms of adaptability level the Welsh Springer Spaniel does best in a home environment where it can receive plenty of attention from its owners; however it can do well in apartments provided it gets enough exercise each day such as walks or playtime outdoors in a secure area away from traffic or other dangers such as wild animals like coyotes or foxes which could pose a threat to your pet’s safety if left unsupervised outdoors for too long periods of time without proper protection measures taken beforehand by you the owner(s).

Overall owning a Welsh Springer Spaniel can be very rewarding experience due to its loving nature towards its owners; plus these dogs make great watchdogs due to their alertness when strangers approach your home while still being gentle enough around children making them ideal family pets overall!

History

The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a breed of dog that originated in Wales. The breed was once nearly extinct, but has since become popular again. The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a descendant of the Spanish Water Dog and the English Springer Spaniel. The breed was first recognized as a separate breed in Wales in the late 1800s.

The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a medium-sized dog with a short, dense coat. The coat is typically red and white, but can also be black and white or liver and white. The Welsh Springer Spaniel has a long head with floppy ears and dark, almond-shaped eyes. The breed is known for being friendly, energetic, and intelligent.

The Welsh Springer Spaniel was originally bred as a hunting dog. The breed was used to flush out game birds from the brush so that they could be shot. However, the Welsh Springer Spaniel fell out of favor with hunters when more specialized breeds were developed for hunting purposes. As a result, the number of Welsh Springer Spaniels declined sharply in the early 1900s.

Fortunately, the breed was saved from extinction by a few dedicated fanciers who continued to breed Welsh Springer Spaniels despite the lack of popularity. In recent years, the breed has regained some of its former popularity and is now recognized by major kennel clubs around the world including the American Kennel Club and the Kennel Club of England.

The Welsh Springer Spaniel is an excellent family pet thanks to its friendly nature and love of people. The breed is also relatively easy to train and does well in obedience trials and other dog sports such as agility and tracking. If you are looking for a loyal, loving companion who will bring joy to your life, consider adopting a Welsh Springer Spaniel today!