Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier

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

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
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General Details
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-15 Years
Height
17-19 Inches
14-15 Inches
Weight
35-45 Pounds
15-19 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
-5000 BC
1876 AD
Temperament
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Needy
Stubborn
Living Environment
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-85 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
None to Low
Dander
Low to Medium
Low
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Distracted Easy
Yes
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-15 Years
Health Concerns
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Glaucoma
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Epilepsy
Deafness
Arthritis
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Wire
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Rough
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Breed Colors
White
White
White and Black
White and Black
White and Tan
White and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
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