Welsh Springer Spaniel vs German Longhaired Pointer

Compare the Welsh Springer Spaniel to the German Longhaired Pointer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Welsh Springer Spaniels and German Longhaired Pointers.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs German Longhaired Pointer
Welsh Springer Spaniel
German Longhaired Pointer
Welsh Springer Spaniel
German Longhaired Pointer
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General Details
Welsh Springer Spaniel
German Longhaired Pointer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Maybe
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
17-19 Inches
23-26 Inches
Weight
35-45 Pounds
60-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Welsh Springer Spaniel
German Longhaired Pointer
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Germany
Origin Year
-5000 BC
1879 AD
Temperament
Welsh Springer Spaniel
German Longhaired Pointer
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Welsh Springer Spaniel
German Longhaired Pointer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Welsh Springer Spaniel
German Longhaired Pointer
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-85 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
None
Exercise Needs
Welsh Springer Spaniel
German Longhaired Pointer
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Welsh Springer Spaniel
German Longhaired Pointer
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium to High
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Low to Medium
Low
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Welsh Springer Spaniel
German Longhaired Pointer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Welsh Springer Spaniel
German Longhaired Pointer
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Welsh Springer Spaniel
German Longhaired Pointer
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Welsh Springer Spaniel
German Longhaired Pointer
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Welsh Springer Spaniel
German Longhaired Pointer
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Glaucoma
Ear infections
Eye infections
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Welsh Springer Spaniel
German Longhaired Pointer
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Curly
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Silky
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Welsh Springer Spaniel
German Longhaired Pointer
Breed Colors
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