English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher Comparison – Which dog is better Springer Spaniel or Doberman?

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Name	English Springer Spaniel	Doberman Pinscher
Origins	England	Germany
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Group	Gun Dog	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	27	16
Reviews	2	15
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Springer Spaniel	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between English Springer Spaniel and Doberman Pinscher?	$700-$800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher?	Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.

English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher Size Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher? Is the English Springer Spaniel bigger than the Doberman Pinscher breed? Is an English Springer Spaniel smaller than a Doberman Pinscher?	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher? English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher weight comparison:	Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher? Is an English Springer Spaniel taller than a Doberman Pinscher?	Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher coat comparison:	Feathered	Fine
Colors What are the original English Springer Spaniel and Doberman Pinscher color? English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher color comparison:	Black Tan White Liver	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher? English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher grooming comparison:	Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher? Do English Springer Spaniel dogs shed more than Doberman Pinscher dogs?	English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher?	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.

English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher? English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate Social Cheerful	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless
Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher smarter? Which is best? English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher intelligence:	Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher trainability comparison. What's the difference between English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher playfulness comparison:	The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher?	High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher social needs comparison:	English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher?	Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher? 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.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Biting Potential Is an English Springer Spaniel more dangerous than a Doberman Pinscher?	Low 🔽 The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher mouthiness comparison:	English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher?	The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher? Which can be better for hunting?	English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher?	Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List
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.	Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog is more friendly?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher? Can an English Springer Spaniel and a Doberman Pinscher be friends? Do English Springer Spaniel dogs get along with Doberman Pinscher dogs?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher?	Yes English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher 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.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.

English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher Health Comparison

Health Issues English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher?	English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Ear Infections Ectropion Retinal Dysplasia Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher?	Rare The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher lifespan comparison. How long do English Springer Spaniel and Doberman Pinscher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the English Springer Spaniel and Doberman Pinscher?	10-14 years The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years
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Hypoallergenic English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Energy Level Who has more energy a English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher? English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher energy level comparison:	English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher?	English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher? Does the English Springer Spaniel breed eat more than the Doberman Pinscher breed?	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher?	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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher?	Medium ⏺ The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher?	The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: English Springer Spaniel or Doberman Pinscher? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	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.	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 Doberman Pinscher?	Not really English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Doberman Pinscher 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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can English Springer Spaniel and Doberman Pinscher have? English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher litter size comparison:	4-10 puppies	6-10 puppies
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English Springer Spaniel vs Doberman Pinscher 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 1908 as a Working breed.
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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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