Welsh Springer Spaniel Puppies for Sale
Recognized by: AKC, FCI, KC, UKC
About the Welsh Springer Spaniel
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a compact, hardy gundog cloaked in a striking red-and-white coat, bred in Wales to flush and retrieve game across rough country. Slightly smaller and more reserved than the English Springer, it is a tireless worker with a keen nose and boundless stamina, yet devoted and gentle at home. Affectionate and loyal, the Welshie forms strong family bonds and can be somewhat reserved with strangers. It thrives with active owners who provide plenty of exercise, and its medium-length coat needs regular but manageable grooming.
Every dog is an individual — genetics, socialization, health, training, and environment matter more than breed averages.
Typical tendencies
Scored against PuppyList’s editorial rubric. Tendencies, not guarantees.
Exercise needsHigher than most
Energy levelHigher than most
TrainabilityHigher than most
Grooming effortTypical
SheddingTypical
BarkingTypical
Apartment fitLower than most
Good with childrenDefining trait
Good with other dogsHigher than most
First-time ownersTypical
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Where this breed shines
- Loyal, affectionate family companion
- Hardworking, versatile gundog with great stamina
- Excellent with children when well socialized
- Trainable and eager to please
Things to consider
- High exercise requirements
- Can be reserved with strangers
- Feathered coat needs regular grooming
- Prone to separation anxiety if left alone too long
History
Red-and-white spaniels have worked in Wales for centuries, appearing in art and writing well before formal breeding. Recognized as distinct from the English Springer, the Welsh Springer Spaniel gained its own standing with The Kennel Club in the early 1900s and AKC recognition in 1906. It has remained a versatile flushing and retrieving gundog.
Temperament
Loyal, affectionate, and hardworking, the Welsh Springer is devoted to its family and eager in the field. It tends to be more reserved with strangers than the English Springer but is rarely timid. Sensitive and intelligent, it trains well with positive methods and dislikes being left alone.
Questions to ask a Welsh Springer Spaniel breeder
- Have the parents been screened for hips and eye disease?
- Is there any history of epilepsy or glaucoma in the line?
- How do the parents behave with children and strangers?
- Are the dogs bred for field work, show, or companionship?
Health considerations to discuss
Hip dysplasia. Ask for hip evaluations on both parents.
Glaucoma and eye disease. The breed has notable eye risks; request eye clearances.
Ear infections. Long feathered ears need routine cleaning and drying.
Epilepsy. Ask about any seizure history in the pedigree.
Informational only — always consult a veterinarian and ask breeders for documentation. Sources: American Kennel Club · The Kennel Club (UK) — written by PuppyList editorial
Questions worth asking about any Welsh Springer Spaniel litter
- Can I see the puppy and its mother — in person or on a live video call?
- What health checks, vaccinations, and vet visits has this litter had?
- How was the litter raised and socialized?
- What paperwork comes with the puppy (health records, registry papers if applicable)?
- What is your deposit, payment, and pickup/transport process?
Frequently asked questions
How do I buy a Welsh Springer Spaniel puppy on PuppyList?
Browse the Welsh Springer Spaniel listings on this page, open one to see photos, details, and the breeder's information, then contact the breeder directly. PuppyList is a marketplace — you arrange the purchase with the breeder yourself.
How much do Welsh Springer Spaniel puppies cost?
Listed puppies currently range from $2,000 to $2,500. Each breeder sets their own price, which varies with the puppy's age, lineage, and location.
How can I tell if a Welsh Springer Spaniel breeder is trustworthy?
Contact the breeder, ask for recent photos or a video of the actual puppy, and confirm details before you commit. Never send money before verifying. See our listing guidelines for the full buyer-safety checklist.