Flat-coated Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel

Compare the Flat-coated Retriever to the Welsh Springer Spaniel. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Flat-coated Retrievers and Welsh Springer Spaniels.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Flat-Coated Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Flat-Coated Retriever
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General Details
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Flat-Coated Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
8-10 Years
Height
17-19 Inches
22-24½ Inches
Weight
35-45 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Flat-Coated Retriever
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
-5000 BC
1859 AD
Temperament
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Flat-Coated Retriever
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
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Flat-Coated Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Flat-Coated Retriever
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-85 °F
20-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Flat-Coated Retriever
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Flat-Coated Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low to Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Flat-Coated Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Flat-Coated Retriever
Distracted Easy
Yes
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Flat-Coated Retriever
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Flat-Coated Retriever
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
8-10 Years
Health Concerns
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Flat-Coated Retriever
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Glaucoma
Cancer
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Flat-Coated Retriever
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Flat-Coated Retriever
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Liver
Liver
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