• Hungarian Language
  • English Language

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Springer Spaniel or Lab or Alpenlandischer Spaniel? Find the right dog for you

"Find similarities and differences between English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel" Compare English Springer Spaniel and Labrador Retriever. Which is better: English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel?
 
 
 
Name English Springer Spaniel Labrador Retriever Alpine Spaniel
OriginsEngland flagEngland England flagEngland Canada flagCanada Switzerland flagSwitzerland Savoy flagSavoy
Group Gun Dog Gun Dog Extinct
Popularity Rank271199
Reviews392
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Springer Spaniel Lab
Labrador
Alpenlandischer Spaniel
Swiss Alpine Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel?
Medium Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Retriever? English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel weight comparison:
Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 88–100 pounds (40-45 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) 94 pounds (42.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel? English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel height comparison:
Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) 24-38 inches (60-96 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) 31 inches (78 cm)

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel? Which is more expensive?
$700-$800 $1000-$2000 Unavailable
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel?
Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel intelligence:
Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
See more.
Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
See more.
Smart: The Alpine Spaniel dogs have great intelligence.
See more.
Trainability
English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel trainability comparison.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
See more.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
See more.
Alpine Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
See more.
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
See more.
Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
See more.
Alpine Spaniel dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
See more.
Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
See more.
Alpine Spaniel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
See more.

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel? English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Protective
Loyal
Territorial
Brave
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
See more.
Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
See more.
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
See more.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel?
High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
See more.
Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
See more.
Average to High: Alpine Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
See more.
Social Needs
English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel social needs comparison:
English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
See more.
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
See more.
Alpine Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
See more.
Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
See more.
The wanderlust potential of the Alpine Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
See more.
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
See more.
Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
See more.
Alpine Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
See more.

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel playfulness comparison:
The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
See more.
The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
See more.
The Alpine Spaniel is a playful breed.
See more.
Barking
Which dog barks more/less: English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel?
Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
See more.
Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
See more.
A lot: Alpine Spaniel is a particularly loud breed.
See more.
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel?
Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alpine Spaniel breed.

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Alpine Spaniel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel?
English Springer Spaniel dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Alpine Spaniel dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Alpine Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Alpine Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel mouthiness comparison:
English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
See more.
Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
See more.
Alpine Spaniel dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
See more.

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel?
English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Alpine Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
No data available
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Alpine Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do English Springer Spaniel, Labrador Retriever and Alpine Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Alpine Spaniel: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
See more.
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
See more.
Prefers cold weather
The Alpine Spaniel can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
See more.

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel? English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel energy level comparison:
English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Alpine Spaniel dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Alpine Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel?
English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Alpine Spaniel dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel?
3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
See more.
High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
See more.
Average: The Alpine Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
See more.

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel coat comparison:
Feathered Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Curly
Colors
What are the original English Springer Spaniel, Labrador Retriever and Alpine Spaniel color?
Black
Tan
White
Liver
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Tan
Red
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel? English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel grooming comparison:
Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
See more.
Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
See more.
Advanced: The Alpine Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
See more.
Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel? English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:
English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
See more.
Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
See more.
Alpine Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
See more.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
See more.
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
See more.
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
See more.
Hypoallergenic
English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
No See more. No See more. No See more.
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel?

Medium

The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Alpine Spaniel has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
See more.
The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
See more.
The Alpine Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
See more.

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Alpine Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Alpine Spaniel dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Alpine Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Alpine Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Alpine Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel?
Yes
English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Alpine Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Alpine Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Alpine Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
See more.

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
See more.

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
See more.
Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Alpine Spaniel? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
See more.

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
See more.

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
See more.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel?

Not really

English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
See more.

Yes

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
See more.

Not really

Alpine Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
See more.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
See more.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
See more.

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
See more.

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
See more.
Litter Size
How many puppies can English Springer Spaniel and Labrador Retriever and Alpine Spaniel have?
4-10 puppies 5-10 puppies 5-8 puppies

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
No data available

Rate This Comparsion - English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Alpine Spaniel

Reviews