Spinone Italiano vs Welsh Springer Spaniel

Compare the Spinone Italiano to the Welsh Springer Spaniel. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Spinone Italianos and Welsh Springer Spaniels.

Spinone Italiano vs Welsh Springer Spaniel
Spinone Italiano
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Spinone Italiano
Welsh Springer Spaniel
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General Details
Spinone Italiano
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
9-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
22½-27½ Inches
17-19 Inches
Weight
61-85 Pounds
35-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Spinone Italiano
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Origin Country
Italy
United Kingdom
Origin Year
-500 BC
-5000 BC
Temperament
Spinone Italiano
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Spinone Italiano
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Spinone Italiano
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
40-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Spinone Italiano
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium to High
High
Grooming Needs
Spinone Italiano
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Low to Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Spinone Italiano
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Spinone Italiano
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Spinone Italiano
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Spinone Italiano
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Average Lifespan
9-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Spinone Italiano
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cerebellar ataxia
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Glaucoma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Spinone Italiano
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Wire
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Spinone Italiano
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Breed Colors
Brown Roan
Brown Roan
Orange Roan
Orange Roan
White
White
White and Brown
White and Brown
White and Orange
White and Orange
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