Is the American Water Spaniel Better than the Pomsky as a Pet? Answer…

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American Water Spaniel Versus Pomsky: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky? 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 American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky 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 American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky 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 American Water Spaniel and for the Pomsky. 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 American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the American Water Spaniel or the Pomsky.

American Water Spaniel versus Pomsky: Overview

A very important difference between the American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The American Water Spaniel is a medium-sized dog while the Pomsky is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the American Water 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.

On the other hand, the Pomsky belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

American Water Spaniel versus Pomsky: Comparison Table

The table below compares the American Water Spaniel to the Pomsky 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 American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky

Factor American Water Spaniel Pomsky
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 1 foot, 3 inches to 1 foot, 6 inches tall at the s 10 to 15 inches
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 4/5
Weight 25 to 45 pounds 7 to 38 pounds
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 2/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 1/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $1500 – $2995
Average Price No Data $2270
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination- Biennial exams until age 6 (every two years).
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the American Water Spaniel 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 Pomsky. 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 American Water Spaniel is 71 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Pomsky is 76 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Pomsky is a better pet than the American Water Spaniel. So, you should get the Pomsky!

    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 American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky

    Below is a list of where the American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky are most different:

  • American Water Spaniels do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Pomskys adapt well to apartment living.
  • American Water Spaniels cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Pomskys can tolerate cold weather.
  • American Water Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly. However, Pomskys do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
  • American Water Spaniels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Pomskys do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    • The Similarities Between the American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky

    The American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky are most similar:

  • Both the American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky are very easy to train.
  • Both the American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of American Water Spaniel versus Pomsky

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky.

    American Water Spaniels weigh 25 to 45 pounds when fully grown. American Water Spaniels are 1 foot, 3 inches to 1 foot, 6 inches tall at the s when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Pomskys weigh 7 to 38 pounds when fully grown. Pomskys are 10 to 15 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of American Water Spaniel versus Pomsky

    The lifespan of American Water Spaniels is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of American Water Spaniels is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Pomskys is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Pomskys is 13.5 years.

    Tolerates Being Alone: American Water Spaniel versus Pomsky

    American Water Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Pomskys do not like to be left alone.

    Do American Water Spaniels shed more than Pomskys?

    American Water Spaniels shed moderately.

    Pomskys shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the American Water Spaniel or the Pomsky

    American Water Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Pomskys do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the American Water Spaniel or the Pomsky?

    American Water Spaniels are moderately easy to groom.

    Pomskys require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the American Water Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pomsky?

    American Water Spaniels have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Pomskys have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do American Water Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Pomskys?

    American Water Spaniels bark and howl, but not very much.

    Pomskys are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can American Water Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pomskys Tolerate Cold Weather?

    American Water Spaniels cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Pomskys can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: American Water Spaniel vs. Pomsky

    American Water Spaniels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Pomskys do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can American Water Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pomskys Tolerate Hot Weather?

    American Water Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

    Pomskys can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the American Water Spaniel or the Pomsky?

    American Water Spaniels do not get along well with other dogs.

    Pomskys get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are American Water Spaniels good family dogs? What about Pomskys?

    American Water Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Pomskys are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are American Water Spaniels and Pomskys?

    American Water Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Pomskys do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Is the American Water Spaniel Easier to Train than the Pomsky?

    American Water Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Pomskys are fairly easy to train.

    Is the American Water Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Pomsky?

    American Water Spaniels do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Pomskys adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the American Water Spaniel or the Pomsky?

    American Water Spaniels are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Pomskys are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the American Water Spaniel

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the American Water 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 American Water Spaniel:

  • Border Collie (74 percent match with American Water Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Pomsky vs Border Collie.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pomsky

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pomsky 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 Pomsky:

  • Pomeranian (78 percent match with Pomsky). Here is our comparison of the American Water Spaniel vs Pomeranian.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the American Water Spaniel and how the Pomsky compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the American Water Spaniel and of the Pomsky to other breeds:

    American Water Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Pomsky Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: American Water Spaniel versus Pomsky. 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 American Water Spaniel and the Pomsky better suits you and your family.