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English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Springer Spaniel or Welsh Cocker Spaniel or Swamp Poodle? Find the right dog for you

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Name English Springer Spaniel Welsh Springer Spaniel Boykin Spaniel
OriginsEngland flagEngland Wales flagWales United States flagUnited States
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Springer Spaniel Welsh Cocker Spaniel
Welsh Starter
Welshie
Welsh Springer
Swamp Poodle
Boykin
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, English Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, English Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, English Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel? English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel weight comparison:
Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg) Male: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg), Female: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg) 25-40 pounds (11-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) Male: 42.5 pounds (19 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg) 32.5 pounds (14.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel? English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel height comparison:
Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm) 15-18 inches (38-46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm) 16.5 inches (42 cm)

English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, English Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel? Which is more expensive?
$700-$800 $1200-$1400 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel?
Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Welsh Springer Spaniel is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Boykin Spaniel is quite easy to get.

English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel intelligence:
Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel trainability comparison.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: English Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog English Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel? English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful
Active
Playful
Stubborn
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Trainable
Eager
Companionable
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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Sensitive: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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 Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel?
High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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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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High: Boykin Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel social needs comparison:
English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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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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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The wanderlust potential of the Boykin Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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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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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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Boykin Spaniel dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel playfulness comparison:
The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a playful breed.
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Average: Boykin Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel?
Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The Boykin Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly English Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel?
Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Boykin Spaniel breed.

English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Boykin Spaniel 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel?
English Springer Spaniel dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: English Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Welsh Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

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

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

Low 🔽

The Boykin Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel mouthiness comparison:
English Springer Spaniel dogs have an 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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Boykin Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel?
English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Boykin Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Heart Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Welsh Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Boykin Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do English Springer Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel and Boykin Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniel: 13 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Boykin Spaniel: 15 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel?
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 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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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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English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a English Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel? English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel energy level comparison:
English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Boykin Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: English Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel?
English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Boykin Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.

English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: English Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel?
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 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:
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 Welsh Springer Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boykin Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel coat comparison:
Feathered Silky
Soft
Straight
Feathered
Colors
What are the original English Springer Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel and Boykin Spaniel color?
Black
Tan
White
Liver
Red
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, English Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel? English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel grooming comparison:
Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Boykin Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel? English Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: English Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel?

Medium

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

Medium

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

Medium

The Boykin Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Boykin Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Good With Comparison

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

English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: English Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel? Which is better for autism?

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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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Yes

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

Yes

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

Not really

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

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel?

Not really

English Springer Spaniel 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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Yes

Boykin Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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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.
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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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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

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

Not really

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

Not really

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

English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

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

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can English Springer Spaniel and Welsh Springer Spaniel and Boykin Spaniel have?
4-10 puppies 6-8 puppies 5-7 puppies

English Springer Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1914 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Sporting 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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