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The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a pleasant and intelligent dog that loves humans. It is usually a guard dog. It may do well with other animals and dogs, especially if socialized when young. She also loves children generally considered to have been raised with. As a reminder, Never leave a child unattended with a puppy or dog.

* Size Adult Reference. Approximate adult size (two years or more) of the male Welsh Springer is 17 to 19 inches at the withers (highest point of the shoulder) and 40 to 45 pounds. The women range from 16 to 18 inches at the withers and 35 to 45 pounds.

* Special Health Considerations. Most dog breeds have certain inherited health problems associated with that specific breed and the Welsh Springer Spaniel is no exception. Be on the lookout for epilepsy (common in dogs), entropion (hereditary disease where the eyelids, usually lower rolls inward and irritates the cornea and can cause vision problems. Surgery can correct this problem, but may disqualify the dog performances) and canine hip dysplasia (genetic based game in the hip joint that can lead to arthritis pain and lameness). This disease list is an informative guide only. Other diseases may also be a significant threat, please contact your veterinarian for a complete list.

She should visit the veterinarian several times in the first year for shots, boosters and check. Then, as an adult, she should visit the veterinarian yearly shots and check. While she is older than six years on, she should visit the veterinarian twice a year for checkups and shots. Remember, and avoid feeding your dog sweets.

* Grooming. The Welsh Springer Spaniel has a coat soft, flat, straight and dense. You may want to consider periodic professional grooming. Her hair between his toes may need to be pruned occasionally. It should be brushed regularly. Brushing will help her maintain a clean and healthy coat, help you keep a closer eye on her health and strengthen your emotional bond with her.

His ears should be checked once a week and be kept clean. If you have kept it professional, make sure ear cleaning and inspection is part of the package. No water or excess fluid should receive in the ears of dogs, and do not try to irrigate the ears. Cleaning the ears is too complicated and critical to instruct here. Look for hair growing in the ear canal, the excess wax or moisture. If his ears have a discharge, foul odor or she seems to be in distress and you suspect an infection or tumor, consult your veterinarian.

His teeth should be brushed at least twice a week with toothpaste and toothbrush designed for dogs. Brushing removes plaque and tartar which can cause cavities (rarely) and periodontal disease. Dog periodontal disease can lead to pain, tooth loss, bad breath and other serious disease.

Her toenails may need to be examined for growth and pruned regularly. The rear toenails grow more slowly than the toenails of the front legs.

* Life Span. The Welsh Springer Spaniel can live between 12 and 14 years with proper nutrition, medical care and excellent living conditions.

* History. The Welsh Springer Spaniel from the land Wales, where they were used for hunting, retrieving and dogs.They Watch were first registered by the American Kennel Association in 1914.

Some records:
* The Welsh Springer Spaniel Club of America, Inc.
* UKC United Kennel Club
* NKC National Kennel Club
* CKC Continental Kennel Club
* APRI Americas Pet Registry Inc.
* AKC American Kennel Club
* FCI Federation Internationale Cynologique
* NZKC New Zealand Kennel Club
* = KCGB Kennel Club of Great Britain
* ANKC = Australian National Kennel Club
* ACR = American Canine Registry

Size scope: 6 to 10 puppies Welsh Springer

Category: Gundog, Sporting

Terms to describe: Active, loyal, affectionate, happy, ready sensitive.

* The positive SPECIAL
Who makes a good watch dog.

* SPECIAL BAD POINTS
Makes a poor guard dog.
Some May walk after a perfume.

* Other names known: Starter, Welsh Cocker

* Every dog is an individual so not everything in this information in May be correct for your dog. This information is intended as a guide in good faith only.

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