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# The Welsh Springer Spaniel: temperament, price, health, and breeders
United Kingdom
A lively, affectionate and hardy Welsh spaniel, built for an active life.
Size MediumLife expectancy 12–14 yearsBudget ≈ €104/monthPuppy €800 – €1,000
[Find a breeder 3](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-welsh-springer-spaniel) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=welsh-springer-spaniel)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Find your ideal breed with our online quiz!](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-dog)
Families and children Very good
Daily exercise needs High
Apartment living Fair
First-time owners Good
Other pets Good
Tolerance of being alone Fair
Guarding instinct Fair
Strengths and weaknesses
- Affectionate: He forms a close bond with his family and greatly enjoys home life.
- Hardy: His build and temperament make him a companion very comfortable for long outings.
- Versatile: He can be both pleasant with the family and motivated in outdoor activities.
- Need for exercise: He does not tolerate an overly sedentary life well and requires real daily exertion.
- Hunting instinct: His recall and management of stimuli must be worked on early and regularly.
- Apartment not well suited: Without long and frequent outings, his balance is harder to maintain in a small space.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Active families: He fits well into a present household that likes to be active with their dog.
- Nature lovers: Walks in the forest, in the countryside, or outdoor activities suit him very well.
- Owners with plenty of time: He appreciates being close to his owner and everyday family life.
Not recommended for
- Very sedentary households: He may get bored if his physical and mental needs are not sufficiently met.
- Very long absences: This dog, who is attached to his group, copes less well with a lifestyle with few interactions.
- People looking for a guard dog: He is not particularly deterrent nor oriented toward protection.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
46 cmWelsh Springer Spaniel
- Height at the withers
- 43–48 cm
- Weight
- 15–20 kg
- Coat
- Medium-length, silky, dense and straight
- FCI group
- 8
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the Welsh Springer Spaniel in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is an ancient British breed developed in Wales, probably from local hunting spaniels and then from historical crosses with other British spaniels. Used as a game-flushing dog and hunting assistant, it established itself through its speed, endurance and scenting ability on varied terrain. Its first standard was established by the Kennel Club in 1902 and the breed was definitively recognized by the FCI in 1954.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a medium-sized dog, compact, harmonious and muscular, without heaviness. Its silhouette is made to cover ground with fluid and powerful gaits. Its head is rather long, its ears are drooping, and its red and white coat is typical of the breed. The coat is medium-length, silky, dense, straight or flat, with fringes on the limbs, the ears and the tail.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
Lively, cheerful and affectionate, the Welsh Springer Spaniel is very attached to its family and pleasant to live with when it expends enough of its energy. It is gentle with children, sociable without being outgoing with everyone, and not very inclined to guarding. Its hunting instinct, on the other hand, remains very present, which influences its behavior on walks and its need for stimulating activities.
Affectionate Playful Sociable
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
On a daily basis, it is an active dog that enjoys long outings, shared games and natural environments. It copes poorly with prolonged inactivity and thrives more in a house with a garden or in a home able to offer it real physical and mental exercise. Indoors, it can be calm after exertion, but it is not the most suited to an exclusively sedentary life in an apartment.
Training
## Training and socialization
His training requires consistency, good recall work early on and positive methods. Like many hunting dogs, he progresses better with a consistent framework, short and motivating exercises, and well-measured rewards. Brutality must be avoided, while early work on walking, recall and self-control helps a lot to channel his liveliness.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Welsh Springer Spaniel
The purchase price of the Welsh Springer Spaniel depends mainly on the seriousness of the breeding, the quality of the lineage and the health monitoring offered. A relatively confidential breed, it often requires giving priority to specialized breeders able to document the health and temperament of the breeding dogs.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/welsh-springer-spaniel/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is overall a solid and hardy dog, but the breed has several known points of vigilance in orthopedics, ophthalmology and endocrinology. Serious veterinary follow-up, tested breeding dogs and good ear hygiene help to limit the main risks.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/welsh-springer-spaniel/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Welsh Springer Spaniel needs a complete, good-quality diet, adjusted to its age, size and above all to its activity level. As it is a dynamic dog, the ration must support effort without promoting weight gain.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/welsh-springer-spaniel/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is sometimes called the Welsh Springer. It stands out from other spaniels by its exclusively red and white coat and by its narrow ears often compared to vine leaves. Less widespread than the English Springer, it retains a true reputation as a hardy dog, close to its owner and effective in the field.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Welsh Springer Spaniel
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Is the Welsh Springer Spaniel suitable for apartment living?
This is not the easiest setup for him. He can adapt to it if his needs for outings, exercise and stimulation are truly met every day, but he clearly prefers a house with outdoor access.
### Is he easy to train?
His training is manageable with consistency and positive methods, but his active temperament and hunting instinct require working early on recall and attention to the owner.
### Is the Welsh Springer Spaniel a good family dog?
Yes, he is generally affectionate, cheerful and gentle with his family, including children, provided he is given enough activity and interaction.
## Find a Welsh Springer Spaniel breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Welsh Springer Spaniel breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### Welsh Springer Spaniel breeders by country
[22 breeders of Welsh Springer Spaniel in the United Kingdom](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-welsh-springer-spaniel/united-kingdom) [16 breeders of Welsh Springer Spaniel in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-welsh-springer-spaniel/germany) [13 breeders of Welsh Springer Spaniel in Denmark](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-welsh-springer-spaniel/denmark) [8 breeders of Welsh Springer Spaniel in the Netherlands](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-welsh-springer-spaniel/netherlands) [3 breeders of Welsh Springer Spaniel in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-welsh-springer-spaniel) [2 breeders of Welsh Springer Spaniel in Slovakia](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-welsh-springer-spaniel/slovakia) [1 breeder of Welsh Springer Spaniel in Austria](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-welsh-springer-spaniel/austria) [1 breeder of Welsh Springer Spaniel in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-welsh-springer-spaniel/italy) [1 breeder of Welsh Springer Spaniel in Romania](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-welsh-springer-spaniel/romania) [1 breeder of Welsh Springer Spaniel in Switzerland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-welsh-springer-spaniel/switzerland)
[All breeders of Welsh Springer Spaniel in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-welsh-springer-spaniel)
## Ready to welcome a Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-welsh-springer-spaniel)
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