English Springer Spaniel vs Jack Russell Terrier

Compare the English Springer Spaniel to the Jack Russell Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between English Springer Spaniels and Jack Russell Terriers.

English Springer Spaniel vs Jack Russell Terrier
English Springer Spaniel
Jack Russell Terrier
English Springer Spaniel
Jack Russell Terrier
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General Details
English Springer Spaniel
Jack Russell Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Maybe
Lifespan
9-15 Years
10-15 Years
Height
18-22 Inches
10-15 Inches
Weight
45-55 Pounds
13-17 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
English Springer Spaniel
Jack Russell Terrier
Origin Country
Spain
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1700 AD
1819 AD
Temperament
English Springer Spaniel
Jack Russell Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
English Springer Spaniel
Jack Russell Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Springer Spaniel
Jack Russell Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-85 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
English Springer Spaniel
Jack Russell Terrier
Energy Level
Medium to High
Very High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
26 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
English Springer Spaniel
Jack Russell Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Springer Spaniel
Jack Russell Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
English Springer Spaniel
Jack Russell Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
English Springer Spaniel
Jack Russell Terrier
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Springer Spaniel
Jack Russell Terrier
Average Lifespan
9-15 Years
10-15 Years
Health Concerns
English Springer Spaniel
Jack Russell Terrier
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Ectropion
Retinal dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Glaucoma
Deafness
Lens luxation
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Springer Spaniel
Jack Russell Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Rough
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
English Springer Spaniel
Jack Russell Terrier
Breed Colors
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
Tri-Color
Tri-Color
White and Black
White and Black
White and Brown
White and Brown
White and Cream
White and Cream
White and Tan
White and Tan
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