Dalmatian vs English Springer Spaniel

Compare the Dalmatian to the English Springer Spaniel. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Dalmatians and English Springer Spaniels.

Dalmatian vs English Springer Spaniel
Dalmatian
English Springer Spaniel
Dalmatian
English Springer Spaniel
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General Details
Dalmatian
English Springer Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
13-16 Years
9-15 Years
Height
19-24 Inches
18-22 Inches
Weight
45-55 Pounds
45-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Dalmatian
English Springer Spaniel
Origin Country
Croatia
Spain
Origin Year
1600 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Dalmatian
English Springer Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Dalmatian
English Springer Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Dalmatian
English Springer Spaniel
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-85 °F
40-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Dalmatian
English Springer Spaniel
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
26 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Dalmatian
English Springer Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Dalmatian
English Springer Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Dalmatian
English Springer Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Dalmatian
English Springer Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Dalmatian
English Springer Spaniel
Average Lifespan
13-16 Years
9-15 Years
Health Concerns
Dalmatian
English Springer Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Kidney stones
Iris sphincter dysplasia
Skin allergies
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Ectropion
Retinal dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Dalmatian
English Springer Spaniel
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Dalmatian
English Springer Spaniel
Breed Colors
White and Black
White and Liver Brown
Black and White
Lemon and White
Liver and White
Orange and White
Red and White
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