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Whippet vs Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Snap Dog or Golden Flat Coat or Welsh Cocker Spaniel? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel breeds.
Snap Dog
English Whippet
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Welsh Cocker Spaniel
Welsh Starter
Welshie
Welsh Springer
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Whippet vs Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges.
25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 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) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) Male: 42.5 pounds (19 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Whippet or Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Whippet vs Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel height comparison:
Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 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) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)

Whippet vs Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1200 $1000-$2000 $1200-$1400
Availability
Which is easier to get, Whippet or Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Welsh Springer Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Whippet vs Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is easiest to train?
Whippet dogs are easy to train.
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Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most alert?
Whippet dogs are average watchdogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most protective?
Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Whippet vs Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel? Compare temperaments.
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
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.
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Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Whippet vs Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Whippet vs Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel social needs comparison:
Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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.
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Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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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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.
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Golden Retriever 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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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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Whippet vs Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed.

Whippet vs Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most flexible?
Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Golden Retriever 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.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Whippet or Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Whippet vs Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Welsh Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which uses mouth most during play?
Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Whippet bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Welsh Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Whippet vs Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniel: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues?
The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Welsh Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Whippet vs Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Whippet vs Golden Retriever 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
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Glaucoma

Whippet vs Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most active?
Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Whippet vs Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Whippet or Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.
Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.

Whippet vs Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics.
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High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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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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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which needs most food?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 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.

Whippet vs Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. What colors are available?
Black
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Fawn
Golden
Light
Red
White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which drools least?
The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Welsh Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine
Short
Close in texture
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Silky
Soft
Straight
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Whippet or Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Whippet or Golden Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Whippet dogs are low shedders.
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Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Whippet vs Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best with kids?
Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Whippet or Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Whippet or Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Whippet or Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Yes
Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Golden Retriever 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.
Yes
Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds 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.
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Welsh Springer Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Whippet vs Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Welsh Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has most military use?

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 Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 5-10 puppies 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. What's recommended?

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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Whippet vs Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1914 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. How are they classified internationally?
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 Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Whippet, Golden Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has most recognition?
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 Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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