Australian Cattle Dog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel

Compare the Australian Cattle Dog to the Welsh Springer Spaniel. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Cattle Dogs and Welsh Springer Spaniels.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel
Australian Cattle Dog
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Australian Cattle Dog
Welsh Springer Spaniel
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
17-19 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
35-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Origin Country
Australia
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1840 AD
-5000 BC
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
40-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Low to Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Glaucoma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Red Speckled
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