Which is Better Between the Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel?

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Beaglier Versus Sussex Spaniel: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Beaglier and the Sussex 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 Beaglier and the Sussex 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 Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Beaglier and the Sussex 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 Beaglier and for the Sussex 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 Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel.

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

Beaglier versus Sussex Spaniel: Overview

Both the Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel are similar in size. The Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel are both small-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Beaglier belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Sussex 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.

Beaglier versus Sussex Spaniel: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Beaglier to the Sussex 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 Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel

Factor Beaglier Sussex Spaniel
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 11 to 14 years
Weight 10 to 20 pounds 35 to 45 pounds
Height 12 to 16 inches 1 foot, 1 inch to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the sho
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 5/5
General Health 2/5 4/5
Easy To Train 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 5/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 5/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1780 No Data
Price Range $1500 – $1769 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Beaglier 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 Sussex 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 Beaglier is 81 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Sussex Spaniel is 100 out of 125.

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

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

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel

Below is a list of where the Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel are most different:

  • Beagliers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Sussex Spaniels can tolerate cold weather.
  • Beagliers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Sussex Spaniels 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 Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel

The Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel are most similar:

  • Both the Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel are not easy to train.
  • Both the Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel 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 Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel are very playful.

Size Comparison of Beaglier versus Sussex Spaniel

Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel.

Beagliers weigh 10 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Beagliers are 12 to 16 inches when fully grown.

On the other hand, Sussex Spaniels weigh 35 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Sussex Spaniels are 1 foot, 1 inch to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the sho when fully grown.

Lifespan of Beaglier versus Sussex Spaniel

The lifespan of Beagliers is between 10 to 15 years . The average lifespan of Beagliers is 12.5 years.

The lifespan of Sussex Spaniels is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Sussex Spaniels is 12.5 years.

Tolerates Being Alone: Beaglier versus Sussex Spaniel

Beagliers do not like to be left alone.

Sussex Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

Do Beagliers shed more than Sussex Spaniels?

Beagliers shed moderately.

Sussex Spaniels shed moderately.

Which one drools more, the Beaglier or the Sussex Spaniel

Beagliers do have a very low tendency to drool.

Sussex Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

Which is Easier to Groom, the Beaglier or the Sussex Spaniel?

Beagliers are very easy to groom.

Sussex Spaniels are very easy to groom.

Does the Beaglier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sussex Spaniel?

Beagliers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

Sussex 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.

Do Beagliers Bark and Howl? What about Sussex Spaniels?

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

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

Can Beagliers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sussex Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?

Beagliers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

Sussex Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

Wanderlust Potential: Beaglier vs. Sussex Spaniel

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

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

Can Beagliers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sussex Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

Sussex Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Beaglier or the Sussex Spaniel?

Beagliers get along very well with other dogs.

Sussex Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

Are Beagliers good family dogs? What about Sussex Spaniels?

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

Sussex Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

How Kid-friendly are Beagliers and Sussex Spaniels?

Beagliers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

Is the Beaglier Easier to Train than the Sussex Spaniel?

Beagliers are not easy to train.

Sussex Spaniels are fairly easy to train.

Is the Beaglier Better for Apartment Owners than the Sussex Spaniel?

Beagliers adapt very well to apartment living.

Sussex Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Beaglier or the Sussex Spaniel?

Beagliers are very good for new dog owners.

Sussex Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.

Conclusion: Beaglier versus Sussex 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 Beaglier and the Sussex Spaniel better suits you and your family.