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English Springer Spaniel vs Goldendoodle vs Shar-Pei Comparison - Dog breed selector: Springer Spaniel or Curly Retriever or Chinese Fighting Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name English Springer Spaniel Goldendoodle Shar-Pei
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei breeds.
Springer Spaniel Curly Retriever
Goldenpoo
Curly Golden
Chinese Fighting Dog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Cross Breed Purebred

English Springer Spaniel vs Goldendoodle vs Shar-Pei Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg) Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg) 40-55 pounds (18- 25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg) 47.5 pounds (18- 25 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Springer Spaniel or Goldendoodle or Shar-Pei? English Springer Spaniel vs Goldendoodle vs Shar-Pei height comparison:
Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm) 13-24 inches (33-61 cm) 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm) 18.5 inches (47 cm) 19 inches (48.5 cm)

English Springer Spaniel vs Goldendoodle vs Shar-Pei Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Find price differences between these breeds.
$700-$800 $600-$800 $1000-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Springer Spaniel or Goldendoodle or Shar-Pei?
Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel 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.
Very frequent: The Shar-Pei is quite easy to get.

English Springer Spaniel vs Goldendoodle vs Shar-Pei Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which is easiest to train?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train.
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Shar-Pei dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which breed is most alert?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs.
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Shar-Pei dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which breed is most protective?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Shar-Pei dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Goldendoodle vs Shar-Pei Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Trainable
Loving
Independent
Affectionate
Devoted
Reserved
Suspicious
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Shar-Pei dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Springer Spaniel vs Goldendoodle vs Shar-Pei?
High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Slightly Below Average: Shar-Pei dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
English Springer Spaniel vs Goldendoodle vs Shar-Pei social needs comparison:
English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Shar-Pei dogs are kinda antisocial.
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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.
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Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Shar-Pei dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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.
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Goldendoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Shar-Pei 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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English Springer Spaniel vs Goldendoodle vs Shar-Pei Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally.
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Low: The Shar-Pei barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which breed is most playful?
The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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The Goldendoodle is a playful breed.
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Average: Shar-Peis, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Shar-Pei breed.

English Springer Spaniel vs Goldendoodle vs Shar-Pei Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which breed is most flexible?
English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Shar-Pei dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: English Springer Spaniel or Goldendoodle or Shar-Pei?
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.
Shar-Pei dogs handle alone time quite well.

English Springer Spaniel vs Goldendoodle vs Shar-Pei Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Shar-Pei bite force: Ordinary.

English Springer Spaniel vs Goldendoodle vs Shar-Pei Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which breed lives longest?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years
8-10 years
The average lifespan of Shar-Pei: 9 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which handles climate changes best?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which has fewer health issues?
English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Very healthy dog breed.
Vet Care Frequency
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).
Rare
The Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Shar-Pei should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Springer Spaniel vs Goldendoodle vs Shar-Pei? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Springer Spaniel vs Goldendoodle vs Shar-Pei health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Addison's Disease
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Glaucoma
Seborrhea
Cutaneous Mucinosis
Fever
Pyoderma

English Springer Spaniel vs Goldendoodle vs Shar-Pei Energy and Activity Comparison

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

English Springer Spaniel vs Goldendoodle vs Shar-Pei Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shar-Pei's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which needs most food?
3 to 4.5 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. 2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.

English Springer Spaniel vs Goldendoodle vs Shar-Pei Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
White
Liver
Black
Gray
Red
White
Brown
Yellow
Black
Red
Blue
Cream
Brown
Fawn
Apricot
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which requires most maintenance?
Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Shar-Pei requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which drools least?
The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Shar-Pei is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

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

Low 🔽

The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Shar-Pei has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered Curly
Wavy
Smooth
Straight
Dense
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Springer Spaniel or Goldendoodle or Shar-Pei? English Springer Spaniel or Goldendoodle or {name3 shedding:
English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately.
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Shar-Pei dogs shed none to minimal.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Goldendoodle vs Shar-Pei Good With Comparison

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

English Springer Spaniel vs Goldendoodle vs Shar-Pei As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which is best suited for service work?

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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. 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.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. 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 English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Shar-Pei breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. 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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Yes

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 English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. 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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

English Springer Spaniel vs Goldendoodle vs Shar-Pei Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which has most puppies?
4-10 puppies 4-8 puppies 4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. 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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English Springer Spaniel vs Goldendoodle vs Shar-Pei Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of English Springer Spaniel, Goldendoodle, and Shar-Pei. Which has most recognition?
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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
International Designer Canine Registry
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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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