Welsh Springer Spaniel vs King Charles Spaniel

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

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs King Charles Spaniel
Welsh Springer Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Welsh Springer Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
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General Details
Welsh Springer Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Height
17-19 Inches
10-11 Inches
Weight
35-45 Pounds
8-14 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Welsh Springer Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
-5000 BC
1800 AD
Temperament
Welsh Springer Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Welsh Springer Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
Welsh Springer Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-85 °F
55-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Welsh Springer Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Energy Level
High
Low
Exercise Required
High
Low
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
14 MPH
Strength
High
Low
Grooming Needs
Welsh Springer Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low to Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Welsh Springer Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Welsh Springer Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Welsh Springer Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Welsh Springer Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Welsh Springer Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Glaucoma
Mitral valve disease
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Patent ductus arteriosus
Open fontanel
Umbilical hernias
Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Cleft palate
Retinal dysplasia
Seborrheic dermatitis
Fused toes
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Welsh Springer Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Silky
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Welsh Springer Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Breed Colors
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