Differences and Similarities between the English Toy Spaniel and the Shiranian.

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English Toy Spaniel Versus Shiranian: Introduction

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

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

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 Shiranian

English Toy Spaniel versus Shiranian: Overview

Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Shiranian are similar in size. The English Toy Spaniel and the Shiranian are both small-sized dogs.

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 Shiranian belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

English Toy Spaniel versus Shiranian: Comparison Table

The table below compares the English Toy Spaniel to the Shiranian 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 Shiranian
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 1/5 3/5
Height 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder 7 to 12 inches
Life Span 10 to 12 years 12 to 16 years
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 4/5
General Health 2/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 2/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 4/5
Weight 8 to 14 pounds 4 to 16 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 14.0 years
Average Price $2350 $1230
Price Range $2250 – $2525 $925 – $1200
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar 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 Shiranian. 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 Shiranian is 84 out of 125.

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

    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 Shiranian so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the English Toy Spaniel and the Shiranian

    Below is a list of where the English Toy Spaniel and the Shiranian are most different:

  • English Toy Spaniels are prone to nip and chew at things. However, Shiranians are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • English Toy Spaniels have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets. However, Shiranians have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • English Toy Spaniels shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Shiranians do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    • The Similarities Between the English Toy Spaniel and the Shiranian

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

  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Shiranian do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Shiranian cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Shiranian cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Shiranian do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Shiranian have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Shiranian do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Shiranian have low exercise needs.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Shiranian adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Shiranian are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Shiranian 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 Shiranian get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Shiranian are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Shiranian are very playful.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Shiranian are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

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

    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, Shiranians weigh 4 to 16 pounds when fully grown. Shiranians are 7 to 12 inches when fully grown.

    Price of English Toy Spaniel versus Price of Shiranian

    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 Shiranian puppy is $1230. The price of the Shiranian typically ranges from $925 – $1200. However, the price of a Shiranian can be as low as $400 and as high as $4800. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 35 Shiranian puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The English Toy Spaniel is more expensive than the Shiranian.

    English Toy Spaniel Shiranian
    Average Price $2350 $1230
    Price Range $2250 to $2525 $925 to $1200

    The charts below show the price distribution for the English Toy Spaniel and Shiranian. For different price points, the charts show how many English Toy Spaniel puppies or how many Shiranian 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 Shiranians

    A breakdown of the prices of Shiranians

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the English Toy Spaniel puppy or the Shiranian 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.

    Tolerates Being Alone: English Toy Spaniel versus Shiranian

    English Toy Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Shiranians do not like to be left alone.

    How Kid-friendly are English Toy Spaniels and Shiranians?

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

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

    Can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shiranians Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

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

    Can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shiranians Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Shiranians cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which one drools more, the English Toy Spaniel or the Shiranian

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

    Shiranians do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Wanderlust Potential: English Toy Spaniel vs. Shiranian

    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.

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

    Is the English Toy Spaniel Easier to Train than the Shiranian?

    English Toy Spaniels are fairly easy to train.

    Shiranians are not easy to train.

    Do English Toy Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Shiranians?

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

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

    Is the English Toy Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Shiranian?

    English Toy Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    Shiranians adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    English Toy Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.

    Shiranians are very good for new dog owners.

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

    English Toy Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Shiranians get along fairly well with other dogs.

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

    English Toy Spaniels are very easy to groom.

    Shiranians require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

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

    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.

    Shiranians 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 Shiranians?

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

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

    Do English Toy Spaniels shed more than Shiranians?

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

    Shiranians do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

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

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shiranian

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

  • Pomapoo (75 percent match with Shiranian). Here is our comparison of the English Toy Spaniel vs Pomapoo.
  • Shichon (74 percent match with Shiranian). Here is our comparison of the English Toy Spaniel vs Shichon.
  • Shihpoo (76 percent match with Shiranian). Here is our comparison of the English Toy Spaniel vs Shihpoo.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    English Toy Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    English Toy Spaniel versus Lagotto Romagnolo     English Toy Spaniel versus Papillon     English Toy Spaniel versus Australian Cattle Dog     English Toy Spaniel versus American Staffordshire Terrier     English Toy Spaniel versus Affenpinscher     English Toy Spaniel versus Dachshund     English Toy Spaniel versus Pomsky     English Toy Spaniel versus Bordoodle     English Toy Spaniel versus Silky Terrier     English Toy Spaniel versus Scottish Deerhound     

    Shiranian Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Shiranian versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Shiranian versus Chow Chow     Shiranian versus Black Russian Terrier     Shiranian versus American Water Spaniel     Shiranian versus Doberman Pinscher     Shiranian versus Miniature Schnauzer     Shiranian versus German Pinscher     Shiranian versus English Setter     Shiranian versus Dachshund     Shiranian versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     

    Conclusion: English Toy Spaniel versus Shiranian. 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 Shiranian better suits you and your family.