Welsh Springer Spaniel

This dog, mainly found in the United States, is an ancient hunting dog, and a well-trained Welsh Springer Spaniel can be compared to any gun hunting dog. As a working dog, it is capable of doing very hard work. As a companion dog, he is a good companion of moderate size, larger and stronger than the Cocker Spaniel, but smaller than the English Spaniel.

An overly exaggerated coat can interfere with the aggressive and impulsive Welsh Spaniel's ability to perform normal work and should be of a considerable thickness to provide protection from cold weather under work. The Welsh Springer Spaniel head is unique and should not approximate the heads of other hound breeds. Its overall balance is paramount. The head is in proportion to the torso and should never be wide enough to appear rough or narrow enough to appear tall and thin. The skull is moderately long, slightly domed, with a clear frontal nasal step. The subocular side is well defined. The top plane of the skull diverges slightly from the top plane of the muzzle, but the muzzle has no tendency to slope downward. A round, plump head is the least desirable.

The eyes are oval, dark to medium brown, with a soft expression. Although lighter shades of brown are allowed, darker eyes predominate. Yellow eyes or unsightly eyes are heavily penalized. The eye is medium in size, neither protruding nor deep-set and exposing the transepithelium. Tight and dark eye margins are best.

The ears are located close to the same level as the eyes and close to the cheek droop. The ears are relatively small and have good hearing. They are gradually narrower towards the tip of the ear, resembling vine leaves and slightly decorated with hairs.

The muzzle length is close to or equal to (but never greater than) the cranial length. The muzzle is straight and square, without a redundant drooping lip. The nostrils are well developed, black or different shades of brown. A pink nose is a serious defect. A clipped bite is desirable.

Medium size, no roughness in the bones, compact structure, long arched neck, horizontal back, slightly curved loin, thick muscles, broken tail, able to work in any place, a very good water dog.

The Welsh Spaniel's coat is naturally straight and soft to the touch, never bristly or wavy. The coat is dense enough to resist water, thorns and inclement weather. There is moderate trim on the back of the front legs, above the fly, on the chest and under the torso. The ears and tail are poorly trimmed. It is not advisable to have a coat that is so overgrown that it interferes with field activities. Significant trimming should also be avoided. The Welsh Springer Spaniel not only looks similar to the Cocker Spaniel, but also has a similar personality. The Welsh Springer Spaniel has a very energetic, optimistic, and easy-going feel, so it is easier to train when breeding.

Welsh Spaniels are active dogs that show loyalty and behave with affection. Although indifferent to strangers. But it is not shy and shy is not unfriendly. To this day it remains a loyal family member and hunting companion.

The Welsh Spaniel belongs to the category of dogs with a more lively personality, thus appearing loyal and beloved. Although reserved with strangers and is not timid, not shy and friendly. Loyal to his owner, going out hunting is this dog's favorite. It is assumed that he has taken hunting for fun. Therefore the owner of this dog in the family should take him out to play often.