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- Papipoo Versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Introduction
- Papipoo versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Overview
- Papipoo versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Papipoo and the Welsh Springer Spaniel
- The Similarities Between the Papipoo and the Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Size (Weight and Height) of Papipoo versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Lifespan of Papipoo versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Tolerates Being Alone: Papipoo versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Do Papipoos shed more than Welsh Springer Spaniels?
- Which one drools more, the Papipoo or the Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Papipoo or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
- Does the Papipoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
- Do Papipoos Bark and Howl? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?
- Can Papipoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Papipoo vs. Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Can Papipoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Papipoo or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
- Are Papipoos good family dogs? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?
- How Kid-friendly are Papipoos and Welsh Springer Spaniels?
- Is the Papipoo Easier to Train than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papipoo
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Papipoo versus Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which One is a Better Pet?
Papipoo Versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Papipoo and the Welsh Springer Spaniel? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Papipoo and the Welsh Springer Spaniel better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Papipoo and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Papipoo and the Welsh Springer Spaniel is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Papipoo and for the Welsh Springer Spaniel. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Papipoo and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Papipoo or the Welsh Springer Spaniel.
Papipoo versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Overview
A very important difference between the Papipoo and the Welsh Springer Spaniel is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Papipoo is a tiny-sized dog while the Welsh Springer Spaniel is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Papipoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
On the other hand, the Welsh Springer Spaniel belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
Papipoo versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Papipoo to the Welsh Springer Spaniel based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Papipoo and the Welsh Springer Spaniel
Factor | Papipoo | Welsh Springer Spaniel |
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Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Height | 10 to 11 inches | 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder |
Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 10 to 15 years |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Train | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Weight | 6 to 14 pounds | 35 to 55 pounds |
Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 12.5 years |
Average Price | $1500 | No Data |
Price Range | $1500 – $1500 | No Data |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Papipoo in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Welsh Springer Spaniel. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Papipoo is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Welsh Springer Spaniel is 79 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Papipoo is a better pet than the Welsh Springer Spaniel. So, you should get the Papipoo!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Papipoo and the Welsh Springer Spaniel so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Papipoo and the Welsh Springer Spaniel
Below is a list of where the Papipoo and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are most different:
The Similarities Between the Papipoo and the Welsh Springer Spaniel
The Papipoo and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Papipoo and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Papipoo versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Papipoo and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.
Papipoos weigh 6 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Papipoos are 10 to 11 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Welsh Springer Spaniels weigh 35 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Welsh Springer Spaniels are 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Papipoo versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
The lifespan of Papipoos is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Papipoos is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniels is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniels is 12.5 years.
Welsh Springer Spaniels live longer than Papipoos.
Tolerates Being Alone: Papipoo versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
Papipoos do not like to be left alone.
Welsh Springer Spaniels do not like to be left alone.
Do Papipoos shed more than Welsh Springer Spaniels?
Papipoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Welsh Springer Spaniels shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Papipoo or the Welsh Springer Spaniel
Papipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Welsh Springer Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Papipoo or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Papipoos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to groom.
Does the Papipoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Papipoos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Welsh Springer Spaniels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Papipoos Bark and Howl? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?
Papipoos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Welsh Springer Spaniels are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Papipoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
Papipoos cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Welsh Springer Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Papipoo vs. Welsh Springer Spaniel
Papipoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Welsh Springer Spaniels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Papipoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
Papipoos can tolerate hot weather.
Welsh Springer Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Papipoo or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Papipoos get along very well with other dogs.
Welsh Springer Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Are Papipoos good family dogs? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?
Papipoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Welsh Springer Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Papipoos and Welsh Springer Spaniels?
Papipoos get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Welsh Springer Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Papipoo Easier to Train than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Papipoos are very easy to train.
Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to train.
Is the Papipoo Better for Apartment Owners than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Papipoos adapt very well to apartment living.
Welsh Springer Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Papipoo or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Papipoos are very good for new dog owners.
Welsh Springer Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papipoo
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Papipoo that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Papipoo:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Welsh Springer Spaniel
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Welsh Springer Spaniel that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Welsh Springer Spaniel:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Papipoo and how the Welsh Springer Spaniel compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Papipoo and of the Welsh Springer Spaniel to other breeds:
Papipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds
Papipoo versus Saint Bernard Papipoo versus Skye Terrier Papipoo versus Flat-Coated Retriever Papipoo versus Saint Berdoodle Papipoo versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Papipoo versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Papipoo versus Chi-Poo Papipoo versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Papipoo versus Lagotto Romagnolo Papipoo versus Afador Papipoo versus Golden Cocker Retriever Papipoo versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Papipoo versus Golden Cocker Retriever Papipoo versus American Staffordshire Terrier Papipoo versus Sealyham Terrier Papipoo versus Tibetan Spaniel Papipoo versus Redbone Coonhound Papipoo versus Labradoodle Papipoo versus Welsh Terrier Papipoo versus Bullmastiff Papipoo versus Miniature Schnauzer Papipoo versus Puli Papipoo versus Great Dane Papipoo versus Plott Papipoo versus Briard
Welsh Springer Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Bichon Frise Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Lancashire Heeler Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Chow Chow Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Silky Terrier Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Cavapoo Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Mastiff Welsh Springer Spaniel versus American Hairless Terrier Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Silky Terrier Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Golden Retriever Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Pomapoo Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Westiepoo Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Norfolk Terrier Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Cockapoo Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Kerry Blue Terrier Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Pekingese Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Black and Tan Coonhound Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Golden Retriever Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Neapolitan Mastiff Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Shiba Inu Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Frenchton Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Saluki Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Shetland Sheepdog Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde
Conclusion: Papipoo versus Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Papipoo and the Welsh Springer Spaniel better suits you and your family.