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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Comparison - Dog breed selector: Welsh Cocker Spaniel or Springer Spaniel or Tervuren? Find the right dog for you

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Name Welsh Springer Spaniel English Springer Spaniel Belgian Tervuren
OriginsWales flagWales England flagEngland Belgium flagBelgium
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
Springer Spaniel Tervuren
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren? Which is the smallest dog, Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren?
Medium Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren weight comparison:
Male: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg), Female: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg) Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 42.5 pounds (19 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg) Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren height comparison:
Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm) Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm) Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1400 $700-$800 $1200-$1400
Availability
Which is easier to get, Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren?
Frequent: The Welsh Springer Spaniel is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Belgian Tervuren is easier than average to get.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren intelligence:
Smart: The Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: Belgian Tervuren is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren trainability comparison.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren?
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren? 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.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Playful
Stubborn
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Attentive
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.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren?
High: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Belgian Tervuren dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren social needs comparison:
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are a social breed.
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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.
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The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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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.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren playfulness comparison:
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a playful breed.
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The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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The Belgian Tervuren is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren?
Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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A lot: Belgian Tervuren is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.
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 Belgian Tervuren indoors.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren 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.
English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Belgian Tervuren 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 English Springer Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
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.
Belgian Tervuren 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.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Welsh Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Belgian Tervuren bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

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

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

Low 🔽

The Belgian Tervuren has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren mouthiness comparison:
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren health comparison. Which is the healthier: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren?
The Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.
The Belgian Tervuren 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: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
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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 English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Belgian Tervuren should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren lifespan comparison. How long do Welsh Springer Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel and Belgian Tervuren breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniel: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Tervuren: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren?
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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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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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren energy level comparison:
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Belgian Tervuren dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren?
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren 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.
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Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Belgian Tervuren has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren coat comparison:
Silky
Soft
Straight
Feathered Thick
Double
Colors
What are the original Welsh Springer Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel and Belgian Tervuren color?
Red
White
Black
Tan
White
Liver
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren grooming comparison:
Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Belgian Tervuren requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren? Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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
Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren 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, Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren?

Medium

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

Medium

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

Medium

The Belgian Tervuren 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.
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The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Belgian Tervuren is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Belgian Tervuren dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren? Which dog is more friendly?
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren?
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren?
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren?
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren?
Yes
Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.
Yes
Belgian Tervuren 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.
No
English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Belgian Tervuren 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.
English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.
Belgian Tervurens are usually recommended for elderly people.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren 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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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: Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren? 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?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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 English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren?

Not really

Welsh Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Belgian Tervuren breed usually doesn't like 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.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel and English Springer Spaniel and Belgian Tervuren have?
6-8 puppies 4-10 puppies 6-10 puppies

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren 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 1910 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 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. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available 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
No data available

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