Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer Comparison – Which dog is better Welsh Cocker Spaniel or Ohar?

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Name	Welsh Springer Spaniel	Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer
Origins	Wales	Slovakia
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Welsh Cocker Spaniel Welsh Starter Welshie Welsh Springer	Ohar Slovensky Hrubosrsty Stavac
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Welsh Springer Spaniel or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Is the Welsh Springer Spaniel bigger than the Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer breed? Is a Welsh Springer Spaniel smaller than a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Welsh Springer Spaniel or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer weight comparison:	Male: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg), Female: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg)	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 42.5 pounds (19 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Welsh Springer Spaniel or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Is a Welsh Springer Spaniel taller than a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Welsh Springer Spaniel or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Welsh Springer Spaniel and Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	$1200-$1400	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Welsh Springer Spaniel or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	Frequent: The Welsh Springer Spaniel is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Welsh Springer Spaniel or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer smarter? Which is best? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer intelligence:	Smart: The Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer trainability comparison. What's the difference between Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Welsh Springer Spaniel or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Welsh Springer Spaniel or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? 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.	Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Welsh Springer Spaniel or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Stubborn Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal	Active Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Gentle Kind
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	Sensitive: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	High: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer 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 Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer social needs comparison:	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? 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.	Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer playfulness comparison:	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Slovakian Rough-haired Pointers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer rarely barks. 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 Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer breed in the home.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer 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.	Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Welsh Springer Spaniel or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer 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 Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Welsh Springer Spaniel or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Welsh Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Welsh Springer Spaniel more dangerous than a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	Low 🔽 The Welsh Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer mouthiness comparison:	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Slovakian Rough-haired Pointers 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 Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Eye Problems Dental Problems Autoimmune Disorders Idiopathic Epilepsy Overbite Underbite Malocclusions Skin Diseases Discospondylitis Metaphyseal Osteopathy Steroid Responsive Meningitis-arteritis Westie Jaw
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	Average The Welsh Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer 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 Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer lifespan comparison. How long do Welsh Springer Spaniel and Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Welsh Springer Spaniel and Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniel: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Welsh Springer Spaniel or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Does the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed eat more than the Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer breed?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, 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 Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer 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: The Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer coat comparison:	Silky Soft Straight	Dense
Colors What are the original Welsh Springer Spaniel and Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer color? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer color comparison:	Red White	Grey Grey Roan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Welsh Springer Spaniel or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer grooming comparison:	Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Welsh Springer Spaniel or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Do Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs shed more than Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Welsh Springer Spaniel or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Welsh Springer Spaniel or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	Medium ⏺ The Welsh Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer is an average drooler. See more.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Welsh Springer Spaniel or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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 Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Welsh Springer Spaniel or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Welsh Springer Spaniel or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Can a Welsh Springer Spaniel and a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer be friends? Do Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs get along with Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs?	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	Yes Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer 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 Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer 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.	Slovakian Rough-haired Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Welsh Springer Spaniel or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? 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.
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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer?	Not really Welsh Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer 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.
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.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Welsh Springer Spaniel and Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer have? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer litter size comparison:	6-8 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1914 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	No data available

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