Which is Better between the Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel? A Very Detailed Review.

Dachshund versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

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Dachshund Versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dachshund 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 Dachshund 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Dachshund 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 Dachshund or the Welsh Springer Spaniel

Dachshund versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

Dachshund versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Overview

A very important difference between the Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Dachshund is a tiny-sized dog while the Welsh Springer Spaniel is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Dachshund belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

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.

Dachshund versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Dachshund 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.

Factor Dachshund Welsh Springer Spaniel
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 15 years
Weight 16 to 32 pounds 35 to 55 pounds
General Health 2/5 4/5
Easy To Train 2/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 1/5
Height 8 inches to 9 inches tall at the shoulder 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1730 No Data
Price Range $1000 – $2000 No Data
Temperament Score 69.4 percent 100.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination by the age of 2, then at ages 5 and 7
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 11 128
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 49 31

    *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 Dachshund 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 a Dachshund is 69 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Welsh Springer Spaniel is 79 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Welsh Springer Spaniel is a better pet than the Dachshund. So, you should get the Welsh Springer 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 Dachshund 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 Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Below is a list of where the Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are most different:

  • Dachshunds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Welsh Springer Spaniels can tolerate cold weather.
  • Dachshunds are not easy to train. However, Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to train.
  • The Similarities Between the Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    The Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are most similar:

  • Both the Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Welsh Springer 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 Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are very playful.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Dachshund versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.

    Dachshunds weigh 16 to 32 pounds when fully grown. Dachshunds are 8 inches to 9 inches tall at the shoulder 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.

    Temperament of the Welsh Springer Spaniel Versus the Dachshund

    The Welsh Springer Spaniel has a better temperament than the Dachshund.

    This is because the temperament score for the Welsh Springer Spaniel is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Dachshund is 69.4 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and they are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 69.4 percent, the Dachshund has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Welsh Springer Spaniel has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel by measuring the temperaments of 49 Dachshunds and 6 Welsh Springer Spaniels.

    Adopting the Dachshund versus Adopting the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Dachshunds and many Welsh Springer Spaniels are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Dachshund named Slinky that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Dachshunds like Slinky on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Dachshunds, Welsh Springer Spaniels are also available for adoption. For example, Cai is a Male Welsh Springer Spaniel that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Welsh Springer Spaniels like Cai that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Mr. Pickles – Courtesy Post – So Ca is the name of another Dachshund (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    You can find more Dachshunds and Welsh Springer Spaniels that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Intelligence of the Dachshund versus the Intelligence of the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Dachshund Welsh Springer Spaniel
    Intelligence Rank 49 out of 130 dog breeds 31 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After 15 To 25 Repetitions

    Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.

    According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.
  • Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.

    This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.

    To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.

    Prof. Coren found that the Dachshund has an obedience intelligence rank of 49 out of 130 dog breeds. The Dachshund belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Dachshunds tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.

    The Welsh Springer Spaniel has an obedience intelligence rank of 31 out of 130 dog breeds. The Welsh Springer Spaniel belongs to the `Above Average Working Dogs` category. This means that Welsh Springer Spaniels tend to learn new commands after 15 to 25 repetitions.

    The Welsh Springer Spaniel is more intelligent than the Dachshund.

    However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.

    The Popularity of Dachshund versus Popularity of Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Dachshund is more popular with dog owners than the Welsh Springer Spaniel. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Dachshund is 11 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Welsh Springer Spaniel is 128 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Dachshund

    Popularity of Dachshund

    Popularity of Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Popularity of Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Year Dachshund Popularity Rank Welsh Springer Spaniel Popularity Rank
    2013 10 124
    2014 11 133
    2015 13 128
    2016 13 123
    2017 13 133
    2018 12 128
    2019 11 130
    2020 10 128

    Health Problems of Dachshund versus Health Problems of Welsh Springer 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 Dachshund and the Welsh Springer 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 Dachshund is prone to more genetic health problems than the Welsh Springer Spaniel.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Dachshund than for the Welsh Springer Spaniel.

    5 health tests are recommended for Dachshund while 4 tests are recommended for the Welsh Springer Spaniel.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Dachshunds and in Welsh Springer Spaniels.

    Dachshund Health Problems

    Dachshunds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Dachshund 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 Dachshund puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Dachshund 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 Dachshunds for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Dachshunds here.

    Welsh Springer Spaniel Health Problems

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Welsh Springer 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Welsh Springer 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 Welsh Springer Spaniels for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination by the age of 2, then at ages 5 and 7
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Welsh Springer Spaniels here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Dachshunds and Welsh Springer 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 Dachshund Breed is Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems.

    This is because the Dachshund ranks 6 out of 32 dog breeds for Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 175 Dachshunds, 2 of them had Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Dachshunds, and how common these diseases are in Dachshunds relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems: Rank 6 out of 32 Dog Breeds
  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 27 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 30 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 42 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 65 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 106 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 160 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 161 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel Breed is Thyroid problems.

    This is because the Welsh Springer Spaniel ranks 12 out of 115 dog breeds for Thyroid problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 1309 Welsh Springer Spaniels, 125 of them had Thyroid problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Welsh Springer Spaniels, and how common these diseases are in Welsh Springer Spaniels relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Thyroid problems: Rank 12 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 81 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 111 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 118 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Dachshund and in Welsh Springer Spaniel and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel:

    Disease Dachshund Rank Welsh Springer Spaniel Rank
    Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems 6 out of 32 dog breeds Not Common
    Dentition Database problems 27 out of 49 dog breeds Not Common
    Advanced Cardiac problems 30 out of 71 dog breeds Not Common
    Patella problems 42 out of 145 dog breeds Not Common
    Congenital Cardiac problems 65 out of 159 dog breeds Not Common
    Thyroid problems 106 out of 115 dog breeds 12 out of 115 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 160 out of 182 dog breeds 81 out of 182 dog breeds
    Hips problems 161 out of 198 dog breeds 111 out of 198 dog breeds
    Elbow problems Not Common 118 out of 144 dog breeds

    *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.

    Can Dachshunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Which one drools more, the Dachshund or the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Dachshunds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Is the Dachshund Easier to Train than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Dachshunds are not easy to train.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Dachshund versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Dachshunds can be left alone only for a short time.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Can Dachshunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dachshund or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Dachshunds get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Do Dachshunds shed more than Welsh Springer Spaniels?

    Dachshunds shed moderately.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels shed moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Dachshund or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Dachshunds are moderately easy to groom.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to groom.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Dachshund or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Dachshunds are very good for new dog owners.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.

    Are Dachshunds good family dogs? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Is the Dachshund Better for Apartment Owners than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Dachshunds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    How Kid-friendly are Dachshunds and Welsh Springer Spaniels?

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

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

    Does the Dachshund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Dachshunds 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.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Dachshunds Bark and Howl? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?

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

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Dachshund vs. Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

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

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dachshund

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

  • Dandie Dinmont Terrier (71 percent match with Dachshund). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Dandie Dinmont Terrier.
  • Lhasa Apso (71 percent match with Dachshund). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Lhasa Apso.
  • Manchester Terrier (75 percent match with Dachshund). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Manchester Terrier.
  • Miniature Pinscher (72 percent match with Dachshund). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Miniature Pinscher.
  • 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:

  • English Cocker Spaniel (78 percent match with Welsh Springer Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Dachshund vs English Cocker Spaniel.
  • Finnish Lapphund (78 percent match with Welsh Springer Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Dachshund vs Finnish Lapphund.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Dachshund and how the Welsh Springer Spaniel compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Dachshund and of the Welsh Springer Spaniel to other breeds:

    Dachshund Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Dachshund versus Valley Bulldog     Dachshund versus Irish Water Spaniel     Dachshund versus Whippet     Dachshund versus Mal Shi     Dachshund versus Shiloh Shepherd     Dachshund versus Havanese     Dachshund versus Newfoundland     Dachshund versus Belgian Malinois     Dachshund versus Kooikerhondje     Dachshund versus Neapolitan Mastiff     

    Welsh Springer Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Patterdale Terrier     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Cesky Terrier     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Bouvier des Flandres     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus English Springer Spaniel     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus English Springer Spaniel     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Siberian Husky     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Pointer     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Lancashire Heeler     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Brussels Griffon     

    Conclusion: Dachshund 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 Dachshund and the Welsh Springer Spaniel better suits you and your family.