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Beagle vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: English Beagle or Welsh Collie or Welsh Cocker Spaniel? Find the right dog for you

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Name Beagle Welsh Sheepdog Welsh Springer Spaniel
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Group Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel breeds.
English Beagle Welsh Collie Welsh Cocker Spaniel
Welsh Starter
Welshie
Welsh Springer
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Beagle vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is the largest?
Small Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg) Male: 15-35 pounds (7-16 kg), Female: 13-33 pounds (6-15 kg) Male: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg), Female: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg) Male: 25 pounds (11.5 kg), Female: 23 pounds (10.5 kg) Male: 42.5 pounds (19 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Beagle or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Beagle vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 16-19 inches (41-47 cm), Female : 14-17 inches (38-44 cm) Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 17.5 inches (44 cm), Female : 15.5 inches (41 cm) Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)

Beagle vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds.
$500-$800 Unknown $1200-$1400
Availability
Which is easier to get, Beagle or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Frequent: The Welsh Springer Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Beagle vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed ranks highest?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Very smart: Welsh Sheepdog is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is easiest to train?
Beagle dogs are easy to train.
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Welsh Sheepdog dogs are very easy to train.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most alert?
Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Welsh Sheepdog dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most protective?
Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Welsh Sheepdog dogs are average defenders.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Beagle vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel? Compare temperaments.
Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Active
Energetic
Intelligent
Active
Playful
Stubborn
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Welsh Sheepdog dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Beagle vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?
High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Welsh Sheepdog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Beagle vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel social needs comparison:
Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Welsh Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Welsh Sheepdog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Welsh Sheepdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Beagle vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Welsh Sheepdog barks occasionally.
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Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most playful?
The Beagle is a highly playful breed.
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The Welsh Sheepdog is a playful breed.
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The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Welsh Sheepdog indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed.

Beagle vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most flexible?
Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Welsh Sheepdog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Beagle or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Welsh Sheepdog 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Beagle vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Welsh Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Welsh Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which uses mouth most during play?
Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Welsh Sheepdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Beagle bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Welsh Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Welsh Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Beagle vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Welsh Sheepdog: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniel: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Welsh Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Welsh Springer Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues?
The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Welsh Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Welsh Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Welsh Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Beagle vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Beagle vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Beagle Dwarfism
Chinese Beagle Syndrome
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Glaucoma

Beagle vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most active?
Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Welsh Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Beagle vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Beagle or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Welsh Sheepdog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Beagle or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Welsh Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.

Beagle vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity?
High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Low to Average: The Welsh Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Welsh Springer Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which needs most food?
0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.

Beagle vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Red
White
Tricolor
Black
White
Red
Red
White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Welsh Sheepdog requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which drools least?
The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Welsh Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has least natural smell?

High 🔼

The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Welsh Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Welsh Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Feathered Silky
Soft
Straight
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Beagle or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Beagle or Welsh Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:
Beagle dogs shed moderately.
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Welsh Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Beagle vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Good With Comparison

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

Beagle vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best suited for service work?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best for SAR work?

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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Welsh Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Welsh Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has most military use?

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.

Beagle vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has most puppies?
2-14 puppies, average 7 2-8 puppies 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Beagle vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1914 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Beagle, Welsh Sheepdog, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has most recognition?
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
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