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- Doberman Pinscher Versus Sussex Spaniel: Introduction
- Doberman Pinscher versus Sussex Spaniel: Overview
- Doberman Pinscher versus Sussex Spaniel: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel
- The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel
- Size (Weight and Height) of Doberman Pinscher versus Sussex Spaniel
- The Popularity of Doberman Pinscher versus Popularity of Sussex Spaniel
- Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sussex Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Doberman Pinscher or the Sussex Spaniel?
- Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sussex Spaniel?
- Do Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Sussex Spaniels?
- Tolerates Being Alone: Doberman Pinscher versus Sussex Spaniel
- Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. Sussex Spaniel
- How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and Sussex Spaniels?
- Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sussex Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than Sussex Spaniels?
- Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the Sussex Spaniel
- Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about Sussex Spaniels?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the Sussex Spaniel?
- Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the Sussex Spaniel?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Doberman Pinscher
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sussex Spaniel
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher versus Sussex Spaniel. Which One is a Better Pet?
Doberman Pinscher Versus Sussex Spaniel: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Doberman Pinscher and the Sussex 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 Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher or the Sussex Spaniel
Doberman Pinscher versus Sussex Spaniel: Overview
A very important difference between the Doberman Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Doberman Pinscher is a large-sized dog while the Sussex Spaniel is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Doberman Pinscher belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
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.
Doberman Pinscher versus Sussex Spaniel: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Doberman Pinscher 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.
| Factor | Doberman Pinscher | Sussex Spaniel |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 13 years | 11 to 14 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder | 1 foot, 1 inch to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the sho |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 60 to 80 pounds | 35 to 45 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.5 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $1910 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1100 – $2500 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 15 | 171 |
*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 Doberman Pinscher 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 a Doberman Pinscher is 81 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Sussex Spaniel is 100 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Sussex Spaniel is a better pet than the Doberman Pinscher. 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 Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel
Below is a list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel are most different:
The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel
The Doberman Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Doberman Pinscher versus Sussex Spaniel
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Doberman Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel.
Doberman Pinschers weigh 60 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Doberman Pinschers are 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder 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.
The Popularity of Doberman Pinscher versus Popularity of Sussex 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Doberman Pinscher is more popular with dog owners than the Sussex Spaniel. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Doberman Pinscher is 15 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Sussex Spaniel is 171 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Doberman Pinscher
Popularity of Sussex Spaniel
| Year | Doberman Pinscher Popularity Rank | Sussex Spaniel Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 12 | 162 |
| 2014 | 14 | 175 |
| 2015 | 14 | 173 |
| 2016 | 15 | 172 |
| 2017 | 16 | 161 |
| 2018 | 17 | 180 |
| 2019 | 19 | 176 |
| 2020 | 18 | 172 |
Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sussex Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
Doberman Pinschers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Sussex Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Doberman Pinscher or the Sussex Spaniel?
Doberman Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.
Sussex Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sussex Spaniel?
Doberman Pinschers 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.
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 Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Sussex Spaniels?
Doberman Pinschers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Sussex Spaniels are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Tolerates Being Alone: Doberman Pinscher versus Sussex Spaniel
Doberman Pinschers do not like to be left alone.
Sussex Spaniels do not like to be left alone.
Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. Sussex Spaniel
Doberman Pinschers do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Sussex 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 Doberman Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Sussex Spaniel?
Doberman Pinschers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Sussex Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Doberman Pinscher or the Sussex Spaniel?
Doberman Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.
Sussex Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.
How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and Sussex Spaniels?
Doberman Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Sussex Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sussex Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
Doberman Pinschers can tolerate hot weather.
Sussex Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.
Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than Sussex Spaniels?
Doberman Pinschers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Sussex Spaniels shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the Sussex Spaniel
Doberman Pinschers have a very high tendency to drool.
Sussex Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.
Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about Sussex Spaniels?
Doberman Pinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Sussex Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the Sussex Spaniel?
Doberman Pinschers are very easy to groom.
Sussex Spaniels are very easy to groom.
Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the Sussex Spaniel?
Doberman Pinschers are very easy to train.
Sussex Spaniels are fairly easy to train.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Doberman Pinscher
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sussex Spaniel
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Sussex 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 Sussex Spaniel:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Doberman Pinscher and how the Sussex Spaniel compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Doberman Pinscher and of the Sussex Spaniel to other breeds:
Doberman Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
Doberman Pinscher versus Pomsky Doberman Pinscher versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Doberman Pinscher versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Doberman Pinscher versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Doberman Pinscher versus Toy Poodle Doberman Pinscher versus Kooikerhondje Doberman Pinscher versus Flat-Coated Retriever Doberman Pinscher versus Boston Terrier Doberman Pinscher versus Vizsla Doberman Pinscher versus Dutch Shepherd
Sussex Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
Sussex Spaniel versus Ibizan Hound Sussex Spaniel versus Shih Tzu Sussex Spaniel versus Kuvasz Sussex Spaniel versus Karelian Bear Dog Sussex Spaniel versus Borzoi Sussex Spaniel versus Shichon Sussex Spaniel versus Chi-Poo Sussex Spaniel versus Shiloh Shepherd Sussex Spaniel versus Sealyham Terrier Sussex Spaniel versus Miniature Schnauzer
Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel better suits you and your family.