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Name	Landseer	Old English Sheepdog	English Springer Spaniel
Origins	Canada	England	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Landseer Newfoundland	Bobtail	Springer Spaniel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Landseer or Old English Sheepdog or English Springer Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Landseer or Old English Sheepdog or English Springer Spaniel?	Giant	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Landseer or Old English Sheepdog or Old English Sheepdog? Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel weight comparison:	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)	Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)	Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Landseer or Old English Sheepdog or English Springer Spaniel? Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel height comparison:	Male: 28.5-31.5 inches (72-80 cm), Female: 26.5-28.5 inches (67-72 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51 cm)	Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 28.5-31.5 inches (76 cm), Female: 26.5-28.5 inches (69.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (51 cm)	Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm)

Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Landseer or Old English Sheepdog or English Springer Spaniel? Which is more expensive?	$2000-$2500	$1200-$1500	$700-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Landseer or Old English Sheepdog or English Springer Spaniel?	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 Old English Sheepdog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.

Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Old English Sheepdog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel trainability comparison.	Landseer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are easy to train. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Landseer or Old English Sheepdog or English Springer Spaniel?	Landseer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Landseer or Old English Sheepdog or English Springer Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Landseer dogs are average defenders. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Landseer or Old English Sheepdog or English Springer Spaniel? Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Loving Courageous Intelligent Patient Generous	Playful Funny Loving Protective Intelligent Sociable Adaptable Bubbly	Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate Social Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Old English Sheepdog 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel?	High: Landseer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Old English Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel social needs comparison:	Landseer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Landseer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Landseer 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.	Old English Sheepdog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel playfulness comparison:	The Landseer is a playful breed. See more.	The Old English Sheepdog is a playful breed. See more.	The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel?	Average: The Landseer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Old English Sheepdog barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The English Springer Spaniel 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 Landseer or Old English Sheepdog or English Springer Spaniel?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Landseer indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Old English Sheepdog indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Landseer or Old English Sheepdog or English Springer Spaniel?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Landseer bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Old English Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
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 Landseer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Old English Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel mouthiness comparison:	Landseer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel?	The Landseer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Old English Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Bloat Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Cystine Urolithiasis Obesity Cystinuria Megaesophagus Heatstroke Acquired Depigmentation Callus Dermatitis Sub-Aortic Stenosis (SAS)	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Deafness Entropion Diabetes Heat Intolerance	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Ear Infections Ectropion Retinal Dysplasia Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Landseer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Old English Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Landseer, Old English Sheepdog and English Springer Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-11 years The average lifespan of Landseer: 10 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Old English Sheepdog: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel?	Prefers cold weather The Landseer can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Old English Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Landseer or Old English Sheepdog or English Springer Spaniel?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Landseer breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Old English Sheepdog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel coat comparison:	Dense	Waterproof Shaggy Double	Feathered
Colors What are the original Landseer, Old English Sheepdog and English Springer Spaniel color?	Black White	Gray Blue White Grizzle Merle	Black Tan White Liver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Landseer or Old English Sheepdog or English Springer Spaniel? Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel grooming comparison:	Average: The Landseer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Landseer or Old English Sheepdog or English Springer Spaniel? Landseer or Old English Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:	Landseer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	English Springer Spaniel 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: Landseer or Old English Sheepdog or English Springer Spaniel?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel 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, Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel?	Medium ⏺ The Landseer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Old English Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Landseer is an average drooler. See more.	The Old English Sheepdog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel Good With Comparison

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

Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer 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. 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: Landseer or Old English Sheepdog or English Springer Spaniel? 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel?	Not really Landseer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Old English Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Springer Spaniel 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.

Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer 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. 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 Landseer and Old English Sheepdog and English Springer Spaniel have?	4-10 puppies	5-8 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Landseer vs Old English Sheepdog vs English Springer Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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	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

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