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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Group	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Welsh Springer Spaniel and Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer. What other names are these breeds known by?	Welsh Cocker Spaniel Welsh Starter Welshie Welsh Springer	Ohar Slovensky Hrubosrsty Stavac
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Welsh Springer Spaniel and a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

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

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Welsh Springer Spaniel and a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer. Which breed is heavier?	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 Range Compare puppy prices between a Welsh Springer Spaniel and a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer. Which breed costs more?	$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

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	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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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare training requirements.	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 Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare alertness levels.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare territorial behaviors.	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

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Welsh Springer Spaniel and a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer. How do their temperaments differ?	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

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare play drive and energy.	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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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare living space needs.	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

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare adaptability levels.	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.
Alone Time Tolerance 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 Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare biting tendencies.	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.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare mouthing behaviors.	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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare bite force PSI.	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

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

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare average lifespans.	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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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare climate tolerances.	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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Welsh Springer Spaniel and a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer. Which breed is healthier?	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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Vet Care Frequency 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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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

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

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare activity levels.	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

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare obesity risks.	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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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare daily food needs.	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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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Welsh Springer Spaniel and Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare breed colors.	Red White	Grey Grey Roan
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare maintenance needs.	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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Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare drooling amounts.	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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare natural smell levels.	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.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Welsh Springer Spaniel and a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare fur types.	Silky Soft Straight	Dense
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
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.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare kid-friendliness.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility 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.
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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 Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare therapy capabilities.	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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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare maritime abilities.	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.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Welsh Springer Spaniel or a Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Welsh Springer Spaniel and Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer. Which has stronger military background?	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

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Welsh Springer Spaniel and Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer. Which has larger litters?	6-8 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Welsh Springer Spaniel and Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Welsh Springer Spaniel and Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Welsh Springer Spaniel and Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1914 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Welsh Springer Spaniel and Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Welsh Springer Spaniel and Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	No data available

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