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Name	French Spaniel	Drever	Lancashire Heeler
Origins	France	Sweden	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Canadian Setter French Setter Epagneul Français	Swedish Dachsbracke	Ormskirk Terrier Ormskirk Heeler
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, French Spaniel or Drever or Lancashire Heeler? Which is the smallest dog, French Spaniel or Drever or Lancashire Heeler?	Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, French Spaniel or Drever or Drever? French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler weight comparison:	44-55 pounds (20-25 kg)	32-34 pounds (14-16 kg)	6-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	49.5 pounds (22.5 kg)	33 pounds (15 kg)	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, French Spaniel or Drever or Lancashire Heeler? French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (55-61 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (54-59 cm)	11-16 inches (28-40 cm)	10-12 inches (25-31 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 22 inches (56.5 cm)	13.5 inches (34 cm)	11 inches (28 cm)

French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, French Spaniel or Drever or Lancashire Heeler? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, French Spaniel or Drever or Lancashire Heeler?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler trainability comparison.	French Spaniel dogs are hard to train. See more.	Drever dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: French Spaniel or Drever or Lancashire Heeler?	French Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Drever dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog French Spaniel or Drever or Lancashire Heeler? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	French Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	Drever dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, French Spaniel or Drever or Lancashire Heeler? French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Energetic Intelligent Adaptable Calm Tough	Alert Outright Tempered Selfish Keen	Alert Intelligent Friendly Clever
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: French Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Lancashire Heeler dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler?	High: French Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Drever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Lancashire Heeler dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler social needs comparison:	French Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Drever dogs are a social breed. See more.	Lancashire Heeler dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	French Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Drever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Lancashire Heeler is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	French 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. See more.	Drever 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. See more.	Lancashire Heeler dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler playfulness comparison:	Average: French Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Drevers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Lancashire Heeler is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler?	Low to Average: The French Spaniel rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Drever rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Lancashire Heeler barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly French Spaniel or Drever or Lancashire Heeler?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the French Spaniel breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Drever breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Lancashire Heeler breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: French Spaniel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Drever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Lancashire Heeler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: French Spaniel or Drever or Lancashire Heeler?	French Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Drever 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.

French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: French Spaniel or Drever or Lancashire Heeler?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ French Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Drever bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lancashire Heeler bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The French Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Drever has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Lancashire Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler mouthiness comparison:	French Spaniel dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Drever dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Lancashire Heeler dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler health comparison. Which is the healthier: French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler?	French Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Drevers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Lancashire Heeler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Collie Eye Anomaly Persistent Pupillary Membranes Reverse Sneezing Lens Luxation
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The French Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Drever should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Lancashire Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler lifespan comparison. How long do French Spaniel, Drever and Lancashire Heeler breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of French Spaniel: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Drever: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Lancashire Heeler: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a French Spaniel or Drever or Lancashire Heeler? French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler energy level comparison:	French Spaniel dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Drever dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Lancashire Heeler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: French Spaniel or Drever or Lancashire Heeler? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	French Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Drever dogs have an average exercise need.	Lancashire Heeler dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: French Spaniel or Drever or Lancashire Heeler?	French Spaniel dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Drever dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: French Spaniel or Drever or Lancashire Heeler?	2-3 cup a day high-quality dry food formulated for adult dogs and made with high-quality animal proteins, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup 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? French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the French Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Drever's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Lancashire Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler coat comparison:	Wavy Glossy	Thick Harsh Coarse	Dense
Colors What are the original French Spaniel, Drever and Lancashire Heeler color?	White Liver	Black White Fawn Tricolor	Black Tan Brown Liver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, French Spaniel or Drever or Lancashire Heeler? French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The French Spaniel doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Drever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Lancashire Heeler doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more French Spaniel or Drever or Lancashire Heeler? French Spaniel or Drever or {name3 shedding:	French Spaniel dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Drever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Lancashire Heeler 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: French Spaniel or Drever or Lancashire Heeler?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler?	Medium ⏺ The French Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Drever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Lancashire Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The French Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Drever is an average drooler. See more.	The Lancashire Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	French Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Drever dogs are generally with other pets.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly French Spaniel or Drever or Lancashire Heeler? Which dog is more friendly?	French Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Drever dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly French Spaniel or Drever or Lancashire Heeler?	French Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Drever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly French Spaniel or Drever or Lancashire Heeler?	French Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Drever dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly French Spaniel or Drever or Lancashire Heeler?	French Spaniel dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Drever dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler?	No French Spaniel dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Drever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Lancashire Heeler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No French Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Drever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Lancashire Heeler is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	French Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Drevers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Lancashire Heelers are usually recommended for elderly people.

French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler 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.	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: French Spaniel or Drever or Lancashire Heeler? 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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.	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?	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.	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: French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler?	Not really French Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Drever breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Lancashire Heeler 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.	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.	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.

French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler 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. See more.	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 French Spaniel and Drever and Lancashire Heeler have?	3-7 puppies	4-9 puppies	2-5 puppies
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French Spaniel vs Drever vs Lancashire Heeler Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	No data available	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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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