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Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Friese Stabij or Welsh Cocker Spaniel or Perro De Agua Español? Find the right dog for you

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Name Stabyhoun Welsh Springer Spaniel Spanish Water Dog
OriginsNetherlands flagNetherlands Wales flagWales Spain flagSpain
Group Gun Dog Gun Dog Gun Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Friese Stabij
Stabij
Stabijhoun
Staby
Beike
Welsh Cocker Spaniel
Welsh Starter
Welshie
Welsh Springer
Perro De Agua Español
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Stabyhoun or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Spanish Water Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Stabyhoun or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Spanish Water Dog?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Stabyhoun or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog weight comparison:
40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) Male: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg), Female: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg) Male: 40-49 pounds (18-22 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) Male: 42.5 pounds (19 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg) Male: 44.5 pounds (20 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Stabyhoun or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Spanish Water Dog? Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog height comparison:
19-21 inches (49-53 cm) Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (44-50 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
20 inches (51 cm) Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm) Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)

Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Stabyhoun or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Spanish Water Dog? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $1200-$1400 $1000-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Stabyhoun or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Spanish Water Dog?
Average: The Stabyhoun is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Welsh Springer Spaniel is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Spanish Water Dog is easier than average to get.

Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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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
Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog trainability comparison.
Stabyhoun dogs are easy to train.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Stabyhoun or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Spanish Water Dog?
Stabyhoun dogs are average watchdogs.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Stabyhoun or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Spanish Water Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Stabyhoun dogs are average defenders.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Stabyhoun or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Spanish Water Dog? Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Active
Playful
Stubborn
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Affectionate
Loyal
Trainable
Athletic
Diligent
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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Sensitive: Spanish Water Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog?
High: Stabyhoun 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: Spanish Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog social needs comparison:
Stabyhoun dogs are a social breed.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Stabyhoun dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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 Spanish Water Dog 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?
Stabyhoun dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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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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Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog playfulness comparison:
The Stabyhoun is a highly playful breed.
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The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a playful breed.
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The Spanish Water Dog is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog?
Low to Average: The Stabyhoun rarely barks.
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Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The Spanish Water Dog barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Stabyhoun or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Spanish Water Dog?
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 Stabyhoun indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Spanish Water Dog breed in the home.

Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Stabyhoun dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Spanish Water Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Stabyhoun or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Spanish Water Dog?
Stabyhoun 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.
Spanish Water Dog 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.

Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Stabyhoun or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Spanish Water Dog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Stabyhoun bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Welsh Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Spanish Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Stabyhoun has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog?
The Stabyhoun is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Spanish Water Dog 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: Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Heart Disease
Work-related Injuries
Radius Curvus
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Addison's Disease
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Stabyhoun should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Welsh Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Spanish Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Stabyhoun, Welsh Springer Spaniel and Spanish Water Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Stabyhoun: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniel: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Spanish Water Dog: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Stabyhoun or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Spanish Water Dog?
2 to 2.5 cup 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. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Stabyhoun 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: The Spanish Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog coat comparison:
Silky
Soft
Silky
Soft
Straight
Curly
Waterproof
Woolly
No Undercoat
Grow into dreadlocks
Colors
What are the original Stabyhoun, Welsh Springer Spaniel and Spanish Water Dog color?
Black
White
Brown
Orange
Red
White
Black
White
Chestnut
Black & White
Brown & White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Stabyhoun or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Spanish Water Dog? Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Stabyhoun requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Spanish Water Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Stabyhoun or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Spanish Water Dog? Stabyhoun or Welsh Springer Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
Stabyhoun dogs shed above average.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Stabyhoun or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Spanish Water Dog?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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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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Hypoallergenic
Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog 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, Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog?

Medium

The Stabyhoun has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

Medium

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

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

Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog 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: Stabyhoun or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Spanish Water Dog? 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?

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.

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: Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog?

Not really

Stabyhoun 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

Spanish Water Dog 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.

Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog 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 Stabyhoun and Welsh Springer Spaniel and Spanish Water Dog have?
3-5 puppies 6-8 puppies 4-6 puppies

Stabyhoun vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog 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 1914 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs 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
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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