Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Bavarian Mountain Hound

Compare the Welsh Springer Spaniel to the Bavarian Mountain Hound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Welsh Springer Spaniels and Bavarian Mountain Hounds.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Bavarian Mountain Hound
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Bavarian Mountain Hound
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General Details
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
17-19 Inches
17-20½ Inches
Weight
35-45 Pounds
40-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Germany
Origin Year
-5000 BC
1350 AD
Temperament
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-85 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low to Medium
Dander
Low to Medium
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Glaucoma
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Smooth
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Breed Colors
Brindle
Brindle
Red
Red
Tan
Tan
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