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- Clumber Spaniel Versus French Spaniel: Introduction
- Clumber Spaniel versus French Spaniel: Overview
- Clumber Spaniel versus French Spaniel: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Clumber Spaniel and the French Spaniel
- The Similarities Between the Clumber Spaniel and the French Spaniel
- Size (Weight and Height) of Clumber Spaniel versus French Spaniel
- Price of Clumber Spaniel versus Price of French Spaniel
- Health Problems of Clumber Spaniel versus Health Problems of French Spaniel
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Clumber Spaniel or the French Spaniel?
- Do Clumber Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about French Spaniels?
- Tolerates Being Alone: Clumber Spaniel versus French Spaniel
- Can Clumber Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can French Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
- How Kid-friendly are Clumber Spaniels and French Spaniels?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Clumber Spaniel or the French Spaniel?
- Is the Clumber Spaniel Easier to Train than the French Spaniel?
- Wanderlust Potential: Clumber Spaniel vs. French Spaniel
- Can Clumber Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can French Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Are Clumber Spaniels good family dogs? What about French Spaniels?
- Do Clumber Spaniels shed more than French Spaniels?
- Which one drools more, the Clumber Spaniel or the French Spaniel
- Does the Clumber Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the French Spaniel?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Clumber Spaniel
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the French Spaniel
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Clumber Spaniel versus French Spaniel. Which One is a Better Pet?
Clumber Spaniel Versus French Spaniel: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Clumber Spaniel and the French Spaniel? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Clumber Spaniel and the French 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 Clumber Spaniel and the French Spaniel.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Clumber Spaniel and the French 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 Clumber Spaniel and for the French Spaniel. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Clumber Spaniel and the French Spaniel.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Clumber Spaniel or the French Spaniel
Clumber Spaniel versus French Spaniel: Overview
Both the Clumber Spaniel and the French Spaniel are similar in size. The Clumber Spaniel and the French Spaniel are both medium-sized dogs.
Furthermore, both the Clumber Spaniel and the French Spaniel are Sporting Dogs. This means both the Clumber Spaniel and the French Spaniel 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.
Clumber Spaniel versus French Spaniel: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Clumber Spaniel to the French 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.
| Factor | Clumber Spaniel | French Spaniel |
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| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 8 inches tall at the s | 21 to 24 inches. |
| Life Span | 12 to 12 years | 10 to 12 years. |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 85 pounds | 45 to 60 pounds. |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $2130 | $4250 |
| Price Range | $1650 – $2700 | $3875 – $4625 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Clumber 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 French 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 a Clumber Spaniel is 75 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a French Spaniel is 85 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the French Spaniel is a better pet than the Clumber Spaniel. So, you should get the French 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 Clumber Spaniel and the French Spaniel so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Clumber Spaniel and the French Spaniel
Below is a list of where the Clumber Spaniel and the French Spaniel are most different:
The Similarities Between the Clumber Spaniel and the French Spaniel
The Clumber Spaniel and the French Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Clumber Spaniel and the French Spaniel are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Clumber Spaniel versus French Spaniel
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Clumber Spaniel and the French Spaniel.
Clumber Spaniels weigh 55 to 85 pounds when fully grown. Clumber Spaniels are 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 8 inches tall at the s when fully grown.
On the other hand, French Spaniels weigh 45 to 60 pounds. when fully grown. French Spaniels are 21 to 24 inches. when fully grown.
Price of Clumber Spaniel versus Price of French Spaniel
The average price of the Clumber Spaniel puppy is $2130. The price of the Clumber Spaniel typically ranges from $1650 – $2700. However, the price of a Clumber Spaniel can be as low as $800 and as high as $2900. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 7 Clumber Spaniel puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the French Spaniel puppy is $4250. The price of the French Spaniel typically ranges from $3875 – $4625. However, the price of a French Spaniel can be as low as $3500 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 2 French Spaniel puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The French Spaniel is more expensive than the Clumber Spaniel.
| Clumber Spaniel | French Spaniel | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2130 | $4250 |
| Price Range | $1650 to $2700 | $3875 to $4625 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Clumber Spaniel and French Spaniel. For different price points, the charts show how many Clumber Spaniel puppies or how many French Spaniel puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Clumber Spaniels. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of French Spaniels
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Clumber Spaniel puppy or the French Spaniel puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Health Problems of Clumber Spaniel versus Health Problems of French Spaniel
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. Therefore, there is nothing like a perfect puppy.
Both the Clumber Spaniel and the French Spaniel are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Clumber Spaniel is prone to more genetic health problems than the French Spaniel.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Clumber Spaniel than for the French Spaniel.
4 health tests are recommended for Clumber Spaniel while 3 tests are recommended for the French Spaniel.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Clumber Spaniels and in French Spaniels.
Clumber Spaniel Health Problems
Clumber Spaniels are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Clumber Spaniel puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Clumber Spaniel puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Clumber Spaniel breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Clumber Spaniels for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Clumber Spaniels here.
French Spaniel Health Problems
French Spaniels are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing French Spaniel puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a French Spaniel puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your French Spaniel breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen French Spaniels for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for French Spaniels here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in Clumber Spaniels and French Spaniels
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Clumber Spaniel Breed is Hips problems.
This is because the Clumber Spaniel ranks 9 out of 198 dog breeds for Hips problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 1237 Clumber Spaniels, 528 of them had Hips problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Clumber Spaniels, and how common these diseases are in Clumber Spaniels relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the French Spaniel Breed is Hips problems.
This is because the French Spaniel ranks 125 out of 198 dog breeds for Hips problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 254 French Spaniels, 23 of them had Hips problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in French Spaniels, and how common these diseases are in French Spaniels relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
The table below lists the common health problems in Clumber Spaniel and in French Spaniel and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Clumber Spaniel and the French Spaniel:
| Disease | Clumber Spaniel Rank | French Spaniel Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Hips problems | 9 out of 198 dog breeds | 125 out of 198 dog breeds |
| Eyes problems | 27 out of 182 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Elbow problems | 42 out of 144 dog breeds | Not Common |
*To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.
Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Clumber Spaniel or the French Spaniel?
Clumber Spaniels require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
French Spaniels are moderately easy to groom.
Do Clumber Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about French Spaniels?
Clumber Spaniels are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
French Spaniels are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Tolerates Being Alone: Clumber Spaniel versus French Spaniel
Clumber Spaniels do not like to be left alone.
French Spaniels can be left alone only for a short time.
Can Clumber Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can French Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
Clumber Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
French Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
How Kid-friendly are Clumber Spaniels and French Spaniels?
Clumber Spaniels get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
French Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Clumber Spaniel or the French Spaniel?
Clumber Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
French Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Is the Clumber Spaniel Easier to Train than the French Spaniel?
Clumber Spaniels are very easy to train.
French Spaniels are very easy to train.
Wanderlust Potential: Clumber Spaniel vs. French Spaniel
Clumber Spaniels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
French Spaniels do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Is the Clumber Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the French Spaniel?
Clumber Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.
French Spaniels do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Clumber Spaniel or the French Spaniel?
Clumber Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.
French Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.
Can Clumber Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can French Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
Clumber Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.
French Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.
Are Clumber Spaniels good family dogs? What about French Spaniels?
Clumber Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
French Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Do Clumber Spaniels shed more than French Spaniels?
Clumber Spaniels shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
French Spaniels shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Clumber Spaniel or the French Spaniel
Clumber Spaniels have a very high tendency to drool.
French Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.
Does the Clumber Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the French Spaniel?
Clumber Spaniels 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.
French Spaniels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Clumber Spaniel
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Clumber 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 Clumber Spaniel:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the French Spaniel
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the French 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 French Spaniel:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Clumber Spaniel and how the French Spaniel compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Clumber Spaniel and of the French Spaniel to other breeds:
Clumber Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
Clumber Spaniel versus American Eskimo Dog Clumber Spaniel versus Lhasa Apso Clumber Spaniel versus Shiranian Clumber Spaniel versus Canaan Dog Clumber Spaniel versus Toy Fox Terrier Clumber Spaniel versus American Eskimo Dog Clumber Spaniel versus Dutch Shepherd Clumber Spaniel versus Dogue de Bordeaux Clumber Spaniel versus Tibetan Mastiff Clumber Spaniel versus Westiepoo
French Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
French Spaniel versus Ibizan Hound French Spaniel versus Karelian Bear Dog French Spaniel versus Keeshond French Spaniel versus Boxerdoodle French Spaniel versus Barbet French Spaniel versus Belgian Malinois French Spaniel versus Doberman Pinscher French Spaniel versus King Shepherd French Spaniel versus Maltipoo French Spaniel versus Bich Poo
Conclusion: Clumber Spaniel versus French 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 Clumber Spaniel and the French Spaniel better suits you and your family.