Welsh Springer
Welsh Springer Dog Bits
In appearance they are decidedly attractive,
rather more lightly built than most
Spaniels, small in size, indeed very little larger than
Cockers, invariably white in colour,
with red or orange markings, and possessing rather fine heads
with small Clumber-shaped ears. Their general appearance is
that of extremely smart and active little dogs.
General Character
Symmetrical, compact, strong, merry, active, not stilty, built
for endurance and activity, and about 28 lb. and upwards in
weight, but not exceeding 45 lb. Skull
Fairly long and fairly broad, slightly rounded with a stop at
the eyes.
Jaws
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, not sunken, nor
showing haw.
Ears
Comparatively small and gradually narrowing towards the tip,
covered with feather not longer than the ear, set moderately
low and hanging close to the cheeks.
Neck
Strong, muscular, clean in throat.
Shoulders
Long and sloping.
Fore-Legs
Medium length, straight, good bone, moderately feathered.
Body
Strong, fairly deep, not long, well-sprung ribs. Length of
body should be proportionate to length of leg.
Loin
Muscular and strong, slightly arched, well coupled up and knit
together.
Hind-Quarters and Hind-Legs
Strong; hocks well let down; stifles moderately bent (not
twisted in or out), not feathered below the hock on the leg.
Feet
Round, with thick pads.
Stern
Low, never carried above the level of the back, feathered, and
with a lively motion.
Coat
Straight or flat, and thick.
Colour
Red or orange and white.
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