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Name	Welsh Springer Spaniel	American Cocker Spaniel	Finnish Lapphund
Origins	Wales	United States	Finland
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Welsh Cocker Spaniel Welsh Starter Welshie Welsh Springer	Cocker Merry Cocker Cocker Spaniel	Suomenlapinkoira Lapinkoira
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Welsh Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Finnish Lapphund? Which is the smallest dog, Welsh Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Finnish Lapphund?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Welsh Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund weight comparison:	Male: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg), Female: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg)	15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)	37-42 pounds (17-19 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 42.5 pounds (19 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg)	22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)	39.5 pounds (18 kg)
Height Which is taller, Welsh Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Finnish Lapphund? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund height comparison:	Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)	15-16.5 inches (38-41 cm)	Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)	15-16.5 inches (39.5 cm)	Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm)

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Welsh Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Finnish Lapphund? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1400	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Welsh Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Finnish Lapphund?	Frequent: The Welsh Springer Spaniel is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The American Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Finnish Lapphund is easier than average to get.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Welsh Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Finnish Lapphund? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Stubborn Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal	Intelligent Outgoing Outright Tempered Merry Trusting Joyful Sociable	Courageous Friendly Keen Calm Faithful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund?	High: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: American Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Finnish Lapphund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund social needs comparison:	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Finnish Lapphund dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the American Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Lapphund is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	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. See more.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Finnish Lapphund dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund playfulness comparison:	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.	The American Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.	The Finnish Lapphund is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund?	Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The American Cocker Spaniel is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Finnish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Welsh Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Finnish Lapphund?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed.	Very house-friendly dog the American Cocker Spaniel breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Finnish Lapphund breed in the home.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund?	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	American Cocker Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.	Finnish Lapphunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Idiopathic Epilepsy Glaucoma Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia Primary Seborrhea	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Welsh Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The American Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Finnish Lapphund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund lifespan comparison. How long do Welsh Springer Spaniel, American Cocker Spaniel and Finnish Lapphund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniel: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of American Cocker Spaniel: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Finnish Lapphund: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund?	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. 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.	Prefers cold weather The Finnish Lapphund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Welsh Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Finnish Lapphund? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund energy level comparison:	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Welsh Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Finnish Lapphund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Finnish Lapphund dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Welsh Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Finnish Lapphund?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Finnish Lapphund dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Welsh Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Finnish Lapphund?	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.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Welsh Springer Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the American Cocker Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Finnish Lapphund's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund coat comparison:	Silky Soft Straight	Feathered	Fluffy
Colors What are the original Welsh Springer Spaniel, American Cocker Spaniel and Finnish Lapphund color?	Red White	Black Tan Red Silver Brown Buff	Black Tan Cream Brown Sable Wolf Blonde
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Welsh Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Finnish Lapphund? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund grooming comparison:	Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Welsh Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Finnish Lapphund? Welsh Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Welsh Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Finnish Lapphund?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund?	Medium ⏺ The Welsh Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Cocker Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Finnish Lapphund has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The American Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Finnish Lapphund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund Good With Comparison

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

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund 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: Welsh Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Finnish Lapphund? 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?	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.	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: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund?	Not really Welsh Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes American Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Finnish Lapphund 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.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel and American Cocker Spaniel and Finnish Lapphund have?	6-8 puppies	4-7 puppies	2-9 puppies
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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Lapphund Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1914 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders 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 Canadian Canine Registry	No data available

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