Dachshund vs English Springer Spaniel

Compare the Dachshund to the English Springer Spaniel. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Dachshunds and English Springer Spaniels.

Dachshund vs English Springer Spaniel
Dachshund
English Springer Spaniel
Dachshund
English Springer Spaniel
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General Details
Dachshund
English Springer Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-16 Years
9-15 Years
Height
5-11 Inches
18-22 Inches
Weight
11-32 Pounds
45-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Dachshund
English Springer Spaniel
Origin Country
Germany
Spain
Origin Year
1400 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Dachshund
English Springer Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Dachshund
English Springer Spaniel
Traits
Aggressive
Jealous
Needy
Protective
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Dachshund
English Springer Spaniel
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
40-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Dachshund
English Springer Spaniel
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
17 MPH
26 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Dachshund
English Springer Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Dachshund
English Springer Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Dachshund
English Springer Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Dachshund
English Springer Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Dachshund
English Springer Spaniel
Average Lifespan
12-16 Years
9-15 Years
Health Concerns
Dachshund
English Springer Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Cushing's syndrome
Bloat
Cancer
Mitral valve disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Canine diabetes mellitus
Deafness
Narcolepsy
Baldness
Intervertebral disc disease
Acanthosis nigricans
Lymphocytic thyroiditis
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Ectropion
Retinal dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Dachshund
English Springer Spaniel
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wavy
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Dachshund
English Springer Spaniel
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Cream
Black and Cream
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue and Cream
Blue and Cream
Blue and Tan
Blue and Tan
Chocolate
Chocolate
Chocolate and Cream
Chocolate and Cream
Chocolate and Tan
Chocolate and Tan
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Fawn and Cream
Fawn and Cream
Fawn and Tan
Fawn and Tan
Red
Red
Wheaten
Wheaten
Black and White
Black and White
Lemon and White
Lemon and White
Liver and White
Liver and White
Orange and White
Orange and White
Red and White
Red and White
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