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228 GUIDE T O BREED S

WELSH SPRINGER SPANIEL

THIS GREAT WORKING DOG LOVES TO BE INCLUDED IN FAMILY ACTIVITIES AKC

Height range A close cousin of the English Springer Spaniel (see p.226) Finer head
18–19 in (46–48 cm) and the English Cocker Spaniel (see p.222), this medium-sized than English Springer
Spaniel (see p.226)
Weight range Welsh gundog has a jolly disposition and makes a fine family
35–51 lb (16–23 kg)
dog and hunting companion. It is inclined to wander, so
Life span 12–15 years early and consistent training is imperative.
Low-set, lightly
Origin UK feathered, vine-
leaf-shaped ears
Brown
nose

Long,
muscular neck

Feathering
on chest
Feathering Naturally straight,
above hock soft, rich red and
white coat
Round,
catlike feet
IRISH WATER SPANIEL

THE CLOWN OF THE SPANIEL FAMILY, THIS DOG NEEDS AN ACTIVE LIFE AKC

Height range This tireless dog is an ideal companion for hikers. Its dark liver coat is
20–23 in (51–58 cm) virtually waterproof, and the breed’s enthusiasm for plunging into ice-
Weight range cold water earned it the nickname of “Bogdog.” Although gentle and
44–66 lb (20–30 kg)
faithful, it is slow to mature and can be headstrong,
Life span 10–12 years so it needs thorough training when young. Broad, level
back
Origin Ireland

Nose matches Smoother
coat color hair on face
Smooth hair
on throat forms
V-shaped patch

Smooth tail
Naturally oily, except at base Puce-liver
dense coat coat forms
dense ringlets
Large,
round feet well
covered with hair

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