WELSH SPRINGER SPANIEL
Size: Medium
Lifespan:12-15 years
Exercise: Medium
Grooming: Medium
Trainability: Medium
Watchdog ability: High
Protection ability: Low
Area of Origin: Wales 1600's
Original Function: bird flushing and retrieving
History
The Welsh Springer Spaniel dates to the 1600's in Wales. The "Springer" Spaniel is so named because of their hunting style which is to "spring" hidden game. In Wales they are often referred to as "starters". It can hunt tirelessly for hours over difficult terrain and is resistant to poor weather as well as being unafraid to jump into very cold water. In Wales it is still frequently used as herder and drover.
Temperament
Happy willing and independent, Welsh springer spaniels are outdoor dogs and love to run, hunt, swim and chase. The Welsh springer spaniel is equipped for both hot and cold weather. Welsh springer spaniels make excellent family dogs and get along well with children.
Upkeep
The Welsh needs daily exercise, which can be met with long walks on leash combined with strenuous games in the yard. It especially likes jaunts a field and makes a good hiking companion. It can live outdoors in temperate climates if given warm shelter, but it does better living inside with its family. The coat needs brushing once or twice weekly and also needs occasional scissoring to neaten stragglers.
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WELSH SPRINGER SPANIEL BREEDERS
IN NEW ZEALAND
The following are members of WDSC and their details are listed here for your information.
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Jackie & Nicola McBurney - Afonderi Welsh Springers Spaniels
BRYNMOR
Kelly Te Reo
Auckland NZ
Ph: 09 2789675 E: [email protected]
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Martin & Coralee Catley Hastings
WELSH SPRINGER SPANIEL OFFICIAL NZKC BREED STANDARD :
CHARACTERISTICS:
The "Welsh Spaniel" or "Springer" is also known and referred to in Wales as a "Starter". He is of very ancient and pure origin and is a distinct variety.
GENERAL APPEARANCE:
A symmetrical, compact, strong, merry, very active dog; not stilty; obviously built for endurance and hard work. A quick and active mover displaying plenty of push and drive.
Head and Skull: Skull proportionate, of moderate length, slightly domed, with clearly defined stop and well chiselled below the eyes. Muzzle of medium length, straight, fairly square; the nostrils well developed and flesh-coloured or dark. A short, chubby head is objectionable.
Eyes: Hazel or dark, medium size, not prominent or sunken, or showing haw.
Ears: Set moderately low and hanging close to the cheeks, comparatively small and gradually narrowing towards the tip and shaped somewhat like a vine leaf, covered with Setter-like feathering.
Mouth: The jaws should be strong, with a perfect regular and complete scissor bite, i.e., the upper teeth closely overlapping the lower teeth and set square to the jaws.
Neck: Long and muscular, clean in throat, neatly set into long, sloping shoulders.
Forequarters: Forelegs of medium length, straight, well boned, moderately feathered.
Body: Not long; strong and muscular with deep brisket, well-sprung ribs; length of body should be proportionate to length of leg and very well balanced; muscular loin slightly arched and well coupled up.
Hindquarters: Strong and muscular, wide and fully developed with deep second thighs. Hind legs well boned, hocks well let down; stifles moderately bent (neither turned in nor out), moderately feathered.
Feet: Round, with thick pads. Firm and catlike, not too large or spreading.
Tail: Customarily docked. Well set on and low, never carried above level of back; lightly feathered and lively in action.
Coat: Straight or flat, of a nice silky texture, never wiry or wavy. A curly coat is most objectionable.
Colour: Rich red and white only.
Weight and Size: Dogs: Not to exceed 48 cm (19 in) in height at shoulder Bitches: Approximately 46 cm (18 in).
Faults: Any departure from the foregoing points should be considered a fault and the seriousness of the fault should be in exact proportion to its degree.
Note: Male animals should have two apparently normal testicles fully descended into the scrotum.
Any departure from the foregoing points should be considered a fault and the seriousness with which the fault should be regarded should be in exact proportion to its degree and its effect upon the health and welfare of the dog.
Size: Medium
Lifespan:12-15 years
Exercise: Medium
Grooming: Medium
Trainability: Medium
Watchdog ability: High
Protection ability: Low
Area of Origin: Wales 1600's
Original Function: bird flushing and retrieving
History
The Welsh Springer Spaniel dates to the 1600's in Wales. The "Springer" Spaniel is so named because of their hunting style which is to "spring" hidden game. In Wales they are often referred to as "starters". It can hunt tirelessly for hours over difficult terrain and is resistant to poor weather as well as being unafraid to jump into very cold water. In Wales it is still frequently used as herder and drover.
Temperament
Happy willing and independent, Welsh springer spaniels are outdoor dogs and love to run, hunt, swim and chase. The Welsh springer spaniel is equipped for both hot and cold weather. Welsh springer spaniels make excellent family dogs and get along well with children.
Upkeep
The Welsh needs daily exercise, which can be met with long walks on leash combined with strenuous games in the yard. It especially likes jaunts a field and makes a good hiking companion. It can live outdoors in temperate climates if given warm shelter, but it does better living inside with its family. The coat needs brushing once or twice weekly and also needs occasional scissoring to neaten stragglers.
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WELSH SPRINGER SPANIEL BREEDERS
IN NEW ZEALAND
The following are members of WDSC and their details are listed here for your information.
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Jackie & Nicola McBurney - Afonderi Welsh Springers Spaniels
BRYNMOR
Kelly Te Reo
Auckland NZ
Ph: 09 2789675 E: [email protected]
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Martin & Coralee Catley Hastings
WELSH SPRINGER SPANIEL OFFICIAL NZKC BREED STANDARD :
CHARACTERISTICS:
The "Welsh Spaniel" or "Springer" is also known and referred to in Wales as a "Starter". He is of very ancient and pure origin and is a distinct variety.
GENERAL APPEARANCE:
A symmetrical, compact, strong, merry, very active dog; not stilty; obviously built for endurance and hard work. A quick and active mover displaying plenty of push and drive.
Head and Skull: Skull proportionate, of moderate length, slightly domed, with clearly defined stop and well chiselled below the eyes. Muzzle of medium length, straight, fairly square; the nostrils well developed and flesh-coloured or dark. A short, chubby head is objectionable.
Eyes: Hazel or dark, medium size, not prominent or sunken, or showing haw.
Ears: Set moderately low and hanging close to the cheeks, comparatively small and gradually narrowing towards the tip and shaped somewhat like a vine leaf, covered with Setter-like feathering.
Mouth: The jaws should be strong, with a perfect regular and complete scissor bite, i.e., the upper teeth closely overlapping the lower teeth and set square to the jaws.
Neck: Long and muscular, clean in throat, neatly set into long, sloping shoulders.
Forequarters: Forelegs of medium length, straight, well boned, moderately feathered.
Body: Not long; strong and muscular with deep brisket, well-sprung ribs; length of body should be proportionate to length of leg and very well balanced; muscular loin slightly arched and well coupled up.
Hindquarters: Strong and muscular, wide and fully developed with deep second thighs. Hind legs well boned, hocks well let down; stifles moderately bent (neither turned in nor out), moderately feathered.
Feet: Round, with thick pads. Firm and catlike, not too large or spreading.
Tail: Customarily docked. Well set on and low, never carried above level of back; lightly feathered and lively in action.
Coat: Straight or flat, of a nice silky texture, never wiry or wavy. A curly coat is most objectionable.
Colour: Rich red and white only.
Weight and Size: Dogs: Not to exceed 48 cm (19 in) in height at shoulder Bitches: Approximately 46 cm (18 in).
Faults: Any departure from the foregoing points should be considered a fault and the seriousness of the fault should be in exact proportion to its degree.
Note: Male animals should have two apparently normal testicles fully descended into the scrotum.
Any departure from the foregoing points should be considered a fault and the seriousness with which the fault should be regarded should be in exact proportion to its degree and its effect upon the health and welfare of the dog.