Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel Comparison – Which dog is better Rott or Springer Spaniel?

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Name	Rottweiler	English Springer Spaniel
Origins	Germany	England
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Group	Working Dogs	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Rottweiler and English Springer Spaniel. What other names are these breeds known by?	Rott Rottie	Springer Spaniel
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Rottweiler and an English Springer Spaniel. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large Giant	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Rottweiler and an English Springer Spaniel. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 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: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rottweiler or English Springer Spaniel? Is a Rottweiler taller than an English Springer Spaniel?	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 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: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm)

Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Rottweiler and an English Springer Spaniel. Which breed costs more?	$1200-$2000	$700-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or English Springer Spaniel?	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.

Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare training requirements.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare alertness levels.	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare territorial behaviors.	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Rottweiler and an English Springer Spaniel. How do their temperaments differ?	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate Social Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel?	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. 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 Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel social needs comparison:	Rottweiler 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? What's the difference between Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel?	Rottweiler 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? What's the difference between Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel? Which can be better for hunting?	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. 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

Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare living space needs.	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 Rottweiler indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.
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Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Rottweiler or English Springer Spaniel?	Rottweiler 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.

Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare biting tendencies.	High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Rottweiler dogs have an 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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler 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

Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare average lifespans.	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Rottweiler and an English Springer Spaniel. Which breed is healthier?	The Rottweiler 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.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel?	Average The Rottweiler 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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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Ear Infections Ectropion Retinal Dysplasia Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)

Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare activity levels.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rottweiler or English Springer Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.	English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rottweiler or English Springer Spaniel?	Rottweiler 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.
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Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare obesity risks.	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare daily food needs.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Rottweiler and English Springer Spaniel? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Black Tan White Liver
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare drooling amounts.	The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Rottweiler and an English Springer Spaniel? Compare fur types.	Dense	Feathered
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rottweiler or English Springer Spaniel? Do Rottweiler dogs shed more than English Springer Spaniel dogs?	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare kid-friendliness.	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rottweiler or English Springer Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rottweiler or English Springer Spaniel?	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	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 Rottweiler or English Springer Spaniel? Can a Rottweiler and an English Springer Spaniel be friends? Do Rottweiler dogs get along with English Springer Spaniel dogs?	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel?	Yes Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler 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?	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.	English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.

Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare service capabilities.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Rottweiler 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.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Rottweiler or an English Springer Spaniel? Compare draft work capabilities.	Yes 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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Rottweiler and English Springer Spaniel. Which has stronger military background?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Rottweiler and English Springer Spaniel. Which has larger litters?	8-12 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Rottweiler and English Springer Spaniel breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Rottweiler and English Springer Spaniel. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Rottweiler vs English Springer Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Rottweiler and English Springer Spaniel. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Rottweiler and English Springer Spaniel. Which groups are they in?	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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Rottweiler and English Springer Spaniel. Which is more widely recognized?	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 Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler 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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