Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel
Labrador Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Labrador Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
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General Details
Labrador Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
17-19 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
35-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Labrador Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Origin Country
Canada
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1700 AD
-5000 BC
Temperament
Labrador Retriever
Welsh 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
Above Average
Average
Personality
Labrador Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Labrador Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-90 °F
40-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Labrador Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Labrador Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low to Medium
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Labrador Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Labrador Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Labrador Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
None
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Labrador Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Labrador Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Tricuspid valve dysplasia
Myopathy
Acute moist dermatitis
Cold tail
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Glaucoma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Labrador Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Labrador Retriever
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Chocolate
Chocolate
Yellow
Yellow
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