General Information:
The Welsh Springer Spaniel
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is an active, merry member
of the sporting group.
The breed was developed for the purpose of flushing and
retrieving small game. The Welsh Springer
is of medium size and always has a red-and-white coat.
Although the two breeds shared ancestors, the
Welsh Springer Spaniel is not a version of the more popular
English Springer Spaniel; they are very distinct, separate breeds.
The breed typically sports a docked tail, although several breeders in
this country, including Alizarin, have now opted to leave tails long.
Many Welsh Springer Spaniels imported from abroad also have long tails.
Welsh Springer Spaniels are not numerous in this country and fanciers work
diligently to protect the integrity of the breed. Expect your search
for a Welsh Springer Spaniel to include plenty of homework, thorough screening
by breeders, and a wait for the right puppy.
Welsh Springer Spaniels have been successful in a wide
variety of dog events. You may spot Welshies at conformation
shows, obedience trials, agility trials, tracking tests, in the field,
working in animal-assisted therapy, and most importantly, snuggled against
their favorite human.
In the home, Welshies make wonderful companions for those
willing to provide for their needs. Welsh Springers are known affectionately
as "velcro" dogs, a title that suits them well. If you prefer to
escape to the bathroom without the company of a furry friend, then this
is certainly not the breed for you.
The standard of perfection for the Welsh Springer Spaniel
can be viewed at the American Kennel Club web site: