Welsh Springer Spaniel Weight & Growth Chart

Complete weight guide with growth charts for male and female Welsh Springer Spaniels from puppy to adult.

Male Adult Weight
35–55 lbs
Female Adult Weight
29–48 lbs

Welsh Springer Spaniel Weight Overview

Males 40-55 lbs, females 35-50 lbs. Medium-sized spaniel, slightly smaller than English Springers. Should be compact and athletic, built for endurance.. Males tend to be larger at 35–55 lbs versus 29–48 lbs for females.

Genetics, diet, and exercise all play a role in determining your dog's ideal weight. The growth chart below provides a general timeline for weight gain from puppyhood through adulthood.

Growth Chart

When Does a Welsh Springer Spaniel Stop Growing?

As a medium-sized sporting breed from Wales, the Welsh Springer Spaniel reaches full height of 17–19 inches by approximately 12–15 months. Full adult weight of 35–55 lbs follows within a few months as the dog fills out.

Nutrition during the growth phase is critical. Given the breed's predisposition to Hip Dysplasia, proper growth-rate management is especially important.

Is My Welsh Springer Spaniel Overweight?

Assessing your Welsh Springer Spaniel's body condition (healthy range: 35–55 lbs):

  • Rib check: Run your hands along the ribcage—you should feel individual ribs under a slight fat layer
  • Overhead view: A defined waist should be visible between ribs and hips
  • Side profile: The abdomen should tuck upward behind the last rib

Overweight Welsh Springer Spaniels face higher risks of Hip Dysplasia, joint problems, and shortened lifespan. Even for a medium-sized breed, excess weight significantly impacts joint health and overall wellbeing. Work with your vet to adjust feeding and exercise if needed.

Feeding Recommendation

Daily food for an adult Welsh Springer Spaniel: 0.5–1.1 cups of high-quality dry food in two meals, budgeting $57–88/month. Puppies growing toward 35–55 lbs need three to four daily feedings until around six months old. Generally healthy with moderate rates of common sporting breed conditions. Eye screening is particularly important for breeding stock.—treats count toward daily calorie intake.

Weight by Age Table

AgeMale (lbs)Female (lbs)
3 months 12.4–15.1 10.5–12.8
6 months 27.3–33.2 23.2–28.3
9 months 39.7–48.3 33.7–41.1
12 months 49.6–60.4 42.1–51.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Adult Welsh Springer Spaniels weigh 35–55 lbs (males: 35–55 lbs; females: 29–48 lbs). Males 40-55 lbs, females 35-50 lbs. Medium-sized spaniel, slightly smaller than English Springers. Should be compact and athletic, built for endurance..
Height plateaus around 12–15 months for the Welsh Springer Spaniel, with males reaching 55 lbs and females 48 lbs at maturity. As a sporting breed originally from Wales, they were bred for a compact, sturdy build.
For a Welsh Springer Spaniel at healthy weight (35–55 lbs), you should feel ribs without pressing hard, see a defined waist from above, and notice an abdominal tuck from the side. Even modest excess weight stresses this medium-sized breed's frame and can worsen conditions like Hip Dysplasia.
A Welsh Springer Spaniel puppy growing toward 35–55 lbs needs carefully measured portions. Feed 3–4 times daily until 6 months, then twice daily. As a sporting breed with energy level 4/5, active puppies may need portions at the higher end of guidelines. Monitor body condition weekly and adjust as needed.
If your Welsh Springer Spaniel puppy isn't gaining weight as expected (target adult weight: 35–55 lbs), consult your vet. Common causes include intestinal parasites, insufficient calorie intake, or malabsorption. The breed's predisposition to Hip Dysplasia could also be a factor worth investigating. A fecal test and blood work are typically the first diagnostic steps.