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English Springer Spaniel vs Poodle vs Dachshund Comparison - Dog breed selector: Springer Spaniel or Barbone or Bassotto? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund breeds.
Springer Spaniel Barbone
Caniche
Chien Canne
Grosse Pudel
French Poodle
Bassotto
Sausage Dog
Tekkel
Tekkel Doxie
Weenie Dog
Worshond
Teckel
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

English Springer Spaniel vs Poodle vs Dachshund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Medium Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg) Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Springer Spaniel or Poodle or Dachshund? English Springer Spaniel vs Poodle vs Dachshund height comparison:
Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)

English Springer Spaniel vs Poodle vs Dachshund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. Find price differences between these breeds.
$700-$800 $1000-$1500 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Springer Spaniel or Poodle or Dachshund?
Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.

English Springer Spaniel vs Poodle vs Dachshund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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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, Poodle, and Dachshund. Which is easiest to train?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Poodle dogs are easy to train.
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Dachshund dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. Which breed is most alert?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. Which breed is most protective?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Dachshund dogs are average defenders.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Poodle vs Dachshund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Devoted
Lively
Clever
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Springer Spaniel vs Poodle vs Dachshund?
High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
English Springer Spaniel vs Poodle vs Dachshund social needs comparison:
English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Dachshund dogs are a social breed.
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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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Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Dachshund 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?
English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Poodle vs Dachshund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. Which breed is most playful?
The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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The Poodle is a playful breed.
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Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.

English Springer Spaniel vs Poodle vs Dachshund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. Which breed is most flexible?
English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: English Springer Spaniel or Poodle or Dachshund?
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.
Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Dachshund 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 Poodle vs Dachshund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. 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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Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Poodle bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Dachshund bite force: Weak.

English Springer Spaniel vs Poodle vs Dachshund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. Which breed lives longest?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. 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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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. Which has fewer health issues?
English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Dachshund 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?
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 Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Springer Spaniel vs Poodle vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Springer Spaniel vs Poodle vs Dachshund health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Ear Infections
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Runny Eyes
Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd)
Neonatal Encephalopathy (news)
Optic Nerve Hypoplasia
Premature Graying
Legg-perthes Disease
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Deafness
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Mitral Valve Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Acanthosis Nigricans
Baldness
Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Lymphocytic Thyroiditis
Narcolepsy

English Springer Spaniel vs Poodle vs Dachshund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. Which breed is most active?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
English Springer Spaniel vs Poodle vs Dachshund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Springer Spaniel or Poodle or Dachshund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: English Springer Spaniel or Poodle or Dachshund?
English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

English Springer Spaniel vs Poodle vs Dachshund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. Which needs most food?
3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 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.

English Springer Spaniel vs Poodle vs Dachshund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
White
Liver
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Silver
Brown
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. 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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Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. Which drools least?
The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

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

Medium

The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered Curly Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. 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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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 English Springer Spaniel or Poodle or Dachshund? English Springer Spaniel or Poodle or {name3 shedding:
English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Poodle vs Dachshund Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. Which is best with kids?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly English Springer Spaniel or Poodle or Dachshund? Which dog is more friendly?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly English Springer Spaniel or Poodle or Dachshund?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly English Springer Spaniel or Poodle or Dachshund?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Dachshund 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 Poodle vs Dachshund?
Yes
English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Dachshund 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
Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Dachshund 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.
Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.

English Springer Spaniel vs Poodle vs Dachshund As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

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

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. 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 English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. 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, Poodle, and Dachshund. 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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Yes

Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. 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 English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. 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.

English Springer Spaniel vs Poodle vs Dachshund Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. Which has most puppies?
4-10 puppies 2-4 puppies 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. 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, Poodle, and Dachshund. 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 Poodle vs Dachshund Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section. Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of English Springer Spaniel, Poodle, and Dachshund. 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
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
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

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