American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel

Compare the American Water Spaniel to the Welsh Springer Spaniel. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between American Water Spaniels and Welsh Springer Spaniels.

American Water Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel
American Water Spaniel
Welsh Springer Spaniel
American Water Spaniel
Welsh Springer Spaniel
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General Details
American Water Spaniel
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
15-18 Inches
17-19 Inches
Weight
25-45 Pounds
35-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
American Water Spaniel
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Origin Country
United States
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1920 AD
-5000 BC
Temperament
American Water Spaniel
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
American Water Spaniel
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Protective
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Water Spaniel
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
40-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
American Water Spaniel
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Energy Level
Medium to High
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
American Water Spaniel
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low
Shedding
Low to Medium
Medium
Dander
Low to Medium
Low to Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Water Spaniel
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
American Water Spaniel
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
American Water Spaniel
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
None
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Water Spaniel
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
American Water Spaniel
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Mitral valve disease
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Distichiasis
Degenerative myelopathy
Retinal dysplasia
Heart problems
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Glaucoma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Water Spaniel
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Wavy
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
American Water Spaniel
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Breed Colors
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