Differences and Similarities between the English Toy Spaniel and the Lancashire Heeler.

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English Toy Spaniel Versus Lancashire Heeler: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the English Toy Spaniel and the Lancashire Heeler? 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 English Toy Spaniel and the Lancashire Heeler 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 English Toy Spaniel and the Lancashire Heeler.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the English Toy Spaniel and the Lancashire Heeler 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 English Toy Spaniel and for the Lancashire Heeler. 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 English Toy Spaniel and the Lancashire Heeler.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the English Toy Spaniel or the Lancashire Heeler

English Toy Spaniel versus Lancashire Heeler: Overview

A very important difference between the English Toy Spaniel and the Lancashire Heeler is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The English Toy Spaniel is a small-sized dog while the Lancashire Heeler is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, the English Toy Spaniel belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

On the other hand, the Lancashire Heeler belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

English Toy Spaniel versus Lancashire Heeler: Comparison Table

The table below compares the English Toy Spaniel to the Lancashire Heeler 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 English Toy Spaniel Lancashire Heeler
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 1/5 3/5
Height 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 10 to 12 years 9 to 14 years
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
General Health 2/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 3/5
Weight 8 to 14 pounds 13 to 15 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 11.5 years
Average Price $2350 $200
Price Range $2250 – $2525 $200 – $200
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
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  • Collie Eye Anomaly
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Primary Lens Luxation
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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 English Toy 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 Lancashire Heeler. 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 English Toy Spaniel is 74 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Lancashire Heeler is 78 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Lancashire Heeler is a better pet than the English Toy Spaniel. So, you should get the Lancashire Heeler!

    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 English Toy Spaniel and the Lancashire Heeler so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the English Toy Spaniel and the Lancashire Heeler

    The English Toy Spaniel and the Lancashire Heeler are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the English Toy Spaniel and the Lancashire Heeler are most similar:

  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Lancashire Heeler cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Lancashire Heeler cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Lancashire Heeler do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Lancashire Heeler have low exercise needs.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Lancashire Heeler 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 English Toy Spaniel and the Lancashire Heeler get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Lancashire Heeler are very easy to groom.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Lancashire Heeler are very playful.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Lancashire Heeler are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of English Toy Spaniel versus Lancashire Heeler

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the English Toy Spaniel and the Lancashire Heeler.

    English Toy Spaniels weigh 8 to 14 pounds when fully grown. English Toy Spaniels are 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Lancashire Heelers weigh 13 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Lancashire Heelers are 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Price of English Toy Spaniel versus Price of Lancashire Heeler

    The average price of the English Toy Spaniel puppy is $2350. The price of the English Toy Spaniel typically ranges from $2250 – $2525. However, the price of a English Toy Spaniel can be as low as $2000 and as high as $2550. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 3 English Toy Spaniel puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Lancashire Heeler puppy is $200. The price of the Lancashire Heeler typically ranges from $200 – $200. However, the price of a Lancashire Heeler can be as low as $200 and as high as $200. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 4 Lancashire Heeler puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The English Toy Spaniel is more expensive than the Lancashire Heeler.

    English Toy Spaniel Lancashire Heeler
    Average Price $2350 $200
    Price Range $2250 to $2525 $200 to $200

    The charts below show the price distribution for the English Toy Spaniel and Lancashire Heeler. For different price points, the charts show how many English Toy Spaniel puppies or how many Lancashire Heeler puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of English Toy Spaniels. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of English Toy Spaniels. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Lancashire Heelers

    A breakdown of the prices of Lancashire Heelers

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the English Toy Spaniel puppy or the Lancashire Heeler 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 English Toy Spaniel versus Health Problems of Lancashire Heeler

    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 English Toy Spaniel and the Lancashire Heeler 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 English Toy Spaniel is prone to more genetic health problems than the Lancashire Heeler.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the English Toy Spaniel than for the Lancashire Heeler.

    4 health tests are recommended for English Toy Spaniel while 3 tests are recommended for the Lancashire Heeler.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in English Toy Spaniels and in Lancashire Heelers.

    English Toy Spaniel Health Problems

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

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation

    • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for English Toy Spaniels here.

    Lancashire Heeler Health Problems

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

  • Collie Eye Anomaly
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Primary Lens Luxation

    • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Lancashire Heelers here.

    Tolerates Being Alone: English Toy Spaniel versus Lancashire Heeler

    English Toy Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Lancashire Heelers can be left alone only for a short time.

    How Kid-friendly are English Toy Spaniels and Lancashire Heelers?

    English Toy Spaniels do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Lancashire Heelers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Lancashire Heelers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    English Toy Spaniels cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Lancashire Heelers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Lancashire Heelers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    English Toy Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Lancashire Heelers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which one drools more, the English Toy Spaniel or the Lancashire Heeler

    English Toy Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Lancashire Heelers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Wanderlust Potential: English Toy Spaniel vs. Lancashire Heeler

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

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

    Is the English Toy Spaniel Easier to Train than the Lancashire Heeler?

    English Toy Spaniels are fairly easy to train.

    Lancashire Heelers are fairly easy to train.

    Do English Toy Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Lancashire Heelers?

    English Toy Spaniels bark and howl, but not very much.

    Lancashire Heelers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Is the English Toy Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Lancashire Heeler?

    English Toy Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    Lancashire Heelers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the English Toy Spaniel or the Lancashire Heeler?

    English Toy Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.

    Lancashire Heelers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the English Toy Spaniel or the Lancashire Heeler?

    English Toy Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Lancashire Heelers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the English Toy Spaniel or the Lancashire Heeler?

    English Toy Spaniels are very easy to groom.

    Lancashire Heelers are very easy to groom.

    Does the English Toy Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Lancashire Heeler?

    English Toy 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.

    Lancashire Heelers 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.

    Are English Toy Spaniels good family dogs? What about Lancashire Heelers?

    English Toy Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Lancashire Heelers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Do English Toy Spaniels shed more than Lancashire Heelers?

    English Toy Spaniels shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Lancashire Heelers shed moderately.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the English Toy Spaniel

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the English Toy 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 English Toy Spaniel:

  • Japanese Chin (74 percent match with English Toy Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Lancashire Heeler vs Japanese Chin.
  • Pug (73 percent match with English Toy Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Lancashire Heeler vs Pug.
  • French Bulldog (74 percent match with English Toy Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Lancashire Heeler vs French Bulldog.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lancashire Heeler

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

  • Dalmatian (77 percent match with Lancashire Heeler). Here is our comparison of the English Toy Spaniel vs Dalmatian.
  • Boxerdoodle (79 percent match with Lancashire Heeler). Here is our comparison of the English Toy Spaniel vs Boxerdoodle.
  • Hovawart (77 percent match with Lancashire Heeler). Here is our comparison of the English Toy Spaniel vs Hovawart.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the English Toy Spaniel and how the Lancashire Heeler compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the English Toy Spaniel and of the Lancashire Heeler to other breeds:

    English Toy Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    English Toy Spaniel versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     English Toy Spaniel versus Sloughi     English Toy Spaniel versus Hovawart     English Toy Spaniel versus Portuguese Water Dog     English Toy Spaniel versus American Hairless Terrier     English Toy Spaniel versus Dalmatian     English Toy Spaniel versus Goldador     English Toy Spaniel versus Manchester Terrier     English Toy Spaniel versus Kooikerhondje     English Toy Spaniel versus Miniature Pinscher     

    Lancashire Heeler Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Lancashire Heeler versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Lancashire Heeler versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Lancashire Heeler versus Cavapoo     Lancashire Heeler versus Sussex Spaniel     Lancashire Heeler versus Vizsla     Lancashire Heeler versus Coton de Tulear     Lancashire Heeler versus Boxerdoodle     Lancashire Heeler versus Finnish Lapphund     Lancashire Heeler versus Irish Setter     Lancashire Heeler versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     

    Conclusion: English Toy Spaniel versus Lancashire Heeler. 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 English Toy Spaniel and the Lancashire Heeler better suits you and your family.