Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Shepherd

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

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Shepherd
Welsh Springer Spaniel
English Shepherd
Welsh Springer Spaniel
English Shepherd
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General Details
Welsh Springer Spaniel
English Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
14-16 Years
Height
17-19 Inches
18-23 Inches
Weight
35-45 Pounds
40-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Welsh Springer Spaniel
English Shepherd
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
-5000 BC
1800 AD
Temperament
Welsh Springer Spaniel
English Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Welsh Springer Spaniel
English Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Welsh Springer Spaniel
English Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-85 °F
40-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Welsh Springer Spaniel
English Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Welsh Springer Spaniel
English Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Low to Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Welsh Springer Spaniel
English Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Welsh Springer Spaniel
English Shepherd
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Welsh Springer Spaniel
English Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Welsh Springer Spaniel
English Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
14-16 Years
Health Concerns
Welsh Springer Spaniel
English Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Glaucoma
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Collie eye anomaly
Drug sensitivity
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Welsh Springer Spaniel
English Shepherd
Coat Type
Hair
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Welsh Springer Spaniel
English Shepherd
Breed Colors
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