Website of the official AKC Parent Club for the Welsh Springer Spaniel Breed
The Welsh
Springer
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a vigorous, medium-sized bird dog of happy disposition, known for versatility in the field, companionability at home, and dashing good looks anywhere.
Finding a
WSS
Looking for a Welsh Springer for your family? WSSCA member breeders are dedicated to responsible breeding.
The versatile Welsh
The Welsh Springer is a versatile dog that excels in many dog sports. Many WSSCA members develop a special bond with their Welshie by particpating in AKC and WSSCA sponsored events.
WSSCA News and Annoucements
2026 National Specialty
The 2026 National Specialty will be hosted by the Dogwood WSSCGA on April 12, 2026 at the Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter in Perry, Georgia. The judge will be Margarete "Margie" Wilson of Racine, Wisconsin. Chris Berg will judge Sweepstakes. For more details see the 2026 National Specialty page in the Upcoming Events section.
2027 National Specialty Judge
The 2027 National Specialty will be in Doswell, Virginia on March 27. The Breed judge will be Pluis Davern of Royal Oaks, California.
Email Notice to Members March 31. 2026
The WSSCA Board is taking steps to address the Club’s operating deficit—some of which require a membership vote. Ballots will be sent out soon, but we wanted to give you a quick overview first and encourage you to vote. Click on the link to read the email.
WCCA Bylaws 2026 Revision
Click on the link above to read the text of the Club Bylaws as Revised to be voted on by the membership.
Welsh Springers are versatile dogs and make wonderful family pets.