Welsh Springer Spaniel

Welsh Springer Spaniel, Welsh Springer, Welsh Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Starter, Welshie

Breed characteristics

• Popularity: 2
• Training: 8
• Size: 5
• Reason: 8
• Security: 8
• Relations with children: 10
• Dexterity: 8
• Shedding: 6

Story

There are records of this breed after 900. Welsh springer spaniels can be the ancestors of all spaniels from Great Britain. Until the end of the 19th century, the breed was known as Welsh Cocker Spaniel and was officially recognized in 1906 They were originally used as hunting dogs.

Description

Medium sized, harmonious and strong dog. Skull slightly round, muzzle of medium length, nose brown or black. Eyes medium sized, oval and dark brown. Ears down and have an average length. Color bright red with white.

• Welsh Springer Spaniels have a “soft” personality and will not Respond to harsh learning methods.
• Although they are a very trained breed of dog, training at home can to be a problem. Training with professionals is recommended.
• Especially when they are young, Welsh Springer Spaniels can to greet you with a great deal of abundance, jumping on you and, usually showing his joy in this regard.
• Welsh Springer Spaniels have been bred to have excellent stamina and energy. Keep in mind when choosing to yourself a dog.

Personality

The character of the Welsh Springer Spaniel is compact, muscular and hardy. Temperament Breeds affectionate, intelligent, sociable, calm, friendly and gets along well with children. Wolsh Springer Spaniel accepts other pets. It is true and obedient dog.

Training

The dog is easy to train, because everyone understands that from it is required. To get the desired results, training should be consistent, fair and gentle. Dog is very sensitive to the tone of the host’s voice; their main love is hunting, therefore, early training in this direction is strongly recommended.

A haircut

Wool should be cleaned and combed regularly. Wool between paw pads and ears should be removed so as not to block ear canal.

Care

A dog that easily adapts to the proposed conditions – on street or apartment, provided that receives daily exercise because it’s a high level dog activity. He likes long walks, running.

Common diseases

Volsch Springer Spaniels are generally healthy, but may be prone to such diseases:

• hip dysplasia;
• entropy;
• epilepsy.

Utility

It is an excellent collector in bird hunting, even in icy water. Also This is a fun and enjoyable companion.

Breed Information

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