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Name	Whippet	Field Spaniel	Welsh Springer Spaniel
Origins	England	England	Wales
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Snap Dog English Whippet	Field	Welsh Cocker Spaniel Welsh Starter Welshie Welsh Springer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Whippet or Field Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Whippet or Field Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Whippet or Field Spaniel or Field Spaniel? Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel weight comparison:	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	35-50 pounds (16-22.5 kg)	Male: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg), Female: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	42.5 pounds (16-22.5 kg)	Male: 42.5 pounds (19 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg)
Height Which is taller, Whippet or Field Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel height comparison:	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)	18 inches (46 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	18 inches (46 cm)	Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)

Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Whippet or Field Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$800-$1000	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Whippet or Field Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Field Spaniel is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Welsh Springer Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Field Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel trainability comparison.	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Whippet or Field Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Whippet or Field Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Whippet or Field Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet	Sensitive Docile Sociable Adaptable Familiar Cautious	Active Playful Stubborn Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Whippet 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.	Sensitive: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Field Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel social needs comparison:	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel 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? Which can be better for hunting?	Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel playfulness comparison:	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Field Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Field Spaniel rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Whippet or Field Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Field Spaniel breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed.
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Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Field Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Whippet or Field Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Field 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.

Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Field Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel health problems comparison:	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Epilepsy Heart Problems Autoimmune Hypothyroidism	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Field Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Welsh Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Whippet, Field Spaniel and Welsh Springer Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Field Spaniel: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniel: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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 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.

Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Whippet or Field Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel energy level comparison:	Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.	Field Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Whippet or Field Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.	Field Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Whippet or Field Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.	Field Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Whippet or Field Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Field Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Welsh Springer Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel coat comparison:	Fine Short Close in texture	Dense Silky Waterproof	Silky Soft Straight
Colors What are the original Whippet, Field Spaniel and Welsh Springer Spaniel color?	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn	Black Blue Golden Liver Roan	Red White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Whippet or Field Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Field Spaniel doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Whippet or Field Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Whippet or Field Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel 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: Whippet or Field Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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, Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Field Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Welsh Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Field Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Field Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Whippet or Field Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Field Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Whippet or Field Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Field Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Whippet or Field Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Field Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Whippet or Field Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Field Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Yes Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Field Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Field Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Welsh Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.	Field Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Welsh Springer Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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: Whippet or Field Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel? 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?	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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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: Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Not really Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Field Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.

Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Whippet and Field Spaniel and Welsh Springer Spaniel have?	4-8 puppies	4-6 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Whippet vs Field Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1894 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1914 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale 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	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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