Rat Terrier vs Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

Rat Terrier vs Welsh Springer Spaniel
Rat Terrier
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Rat Terrier
Welsh Springer Spaniel
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General Details
Rat Terrier
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-18 Years
12-15 Years
Height
10-18 Inches
17-19 Inches
Weight
10-24 Pounds
35-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Rat Terrier
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Origin Country
United States
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1800 AD
-5000 BC
Temperament
Rat Terrier
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Rat Terrier
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Rat Terrier
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-80 °F
40-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Rat Terrier
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
27 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Rat Terrier
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low to Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Rat Terrier
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Rat Terrier
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Rat Terrier
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Rat Terrier
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Average Lifespan
12-18 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Rat Terrier
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Heart problems
Eye problems
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Glaucoma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Rat Terrier
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Rat Terrier
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Black, Tan, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Blue, White, and Tan
Blue, White, and Tan
White
White
White and Apricot
White and Apricot
White and Black
White and Black
White and Blue
White and Blue
White and Chocolate
White and Chocolate
White and Fawn
White and Fawn
White and Lemon
White and Lemon
White and Red
White and Red
White and Silver
White and Silver
White and Tan
White and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Blue, and Fawn
White, Blue, and Fawn
White, Chocolate, and Tan
White, Chocolate, and Tan
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