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- Estrela Mountain Dog Versus French Spaniel: Introduction
- Estrela Mountain Dog versus French Spaniel: Overview
- Estrela Mountain Dog versus French Spaniel: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Estrela Mountain Dog and the French Spaniel
- Size (Weight and Height) of Estrela Mountain Dog versus French Spaniel
- Price of Estrela Mountain Dog versus Price of French Spaniel
- Health Problems of Estrela Mountain Dog versus Health Problems of French Spaniel
- Does the Estrela Mountain Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the French Spaniel?
- Wanderlust Potential: Estrela Mountain Dog vs. French Spaniel
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Estrela Mountain Dog or the French Spaniel?
- Tolerates Being Alone: Estrela Mountain Dog versus French Spaniel
- Can Estrela Mountain Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can French Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Estrela Mountain Dog or the French Spaniel?
- Which one drools more, the Estrela Mountain Dog or the French Spaniel
- Do Estrela Mountain Dogs Bark and Howl? What about French Spaniels?
- Can Estrela Mountain Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can French Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Do Estrela Mountain Dogs shed more than French Spaniels?
- Is the Estrela Mountain Dog Easier to Train than the French Spaniel?
- Are Estrela Mountain Dogs good family dogs? What about French Spaniels?
- How Kid-friendly are Estrela Mountain Dogs and French Spaniels?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Estrela Mountain Dog
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the French Spaniel
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Estrela Mountain Dog versus French Spaniel. Which One is a Better Pet?
Estrela Mountain Dog Versus French Spaniel: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Estrela Mountain Dog 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 Estrela Mountain Dog 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 Estrela Mountain Dog and the French Spaniel.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Estrela Mountain Dog 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 Estrela Mountain Dog 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 Estrela Mountain Dog 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 Estrela Mountain Dog or the French Spaniel
Estrela Mountain Dog versus French Spaniel: Overview
A very important difference between the Estrela Mountain Dog and the French Spaniel is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Estrela Mountain Dog is a large-sized dog while the French Spaniel is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Estrela Mountain Dog 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.
On the other hand, the French 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.
Estrela Mountain Dog versus French Spaniel: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Estrela Mountain Dog 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 | Estrela Mountain Dog | French Spaniel |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 11 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years. |
| Easygoing | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 24 to 30 inches | 21 to 24 inches. |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 75 to 130 pounds | 45 to 60 pounds. |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $2000 | $4250 |
| Price Range | $2000 – $2000 | $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 Estrela Mountain Dog 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 Estrela Mountain Dog is 85 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 not better or worse than the Estrela Mountain Dog. So, you can get the French Spaniel or the Estrela Mountain Dog!
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 Estrela Mountain Dog and the French Spaniel so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Estrela Mountain Dog and the French Spaniel
The Estrela Mountain Dog and the French Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Estrela Mountain Dog and the French Spaniel are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Estrela Mountain Dog versus French Spaniel
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Estrela Mountain Dog and the French Spaniel.
Estrela Mountain Dogs weigh 75 to 130 pounds when fully grown. Estrela Mountain Dogs are 24 to 30 inches 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 Estrela Mountain Dog versus Price of French Spaniel
The average price of the Estrela Mountain Dog puppy is $2000. The price of the Estrela Mountain Dog typically ranges from $2000 – $2000. However, the price of a Estrela Mountain Dog can be as low as $2000 and as high as $2000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1 Estrela Mountain Dog 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 Estrela Mountain Dog.
| Estrela Mountain Dog | French Spaniel | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2000 | $4250 |
| Price Range | $2000 to $2000 | $3875 to $4625 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Estrela Mountain Dog and French Spaniel. For different price points, the charts show how many Estrela Mountain Dog puppies or how many French Spaniel puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Estrela Mountain Dogs. 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 Estrela Mountain Dog 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 Estrela Mountain Dog 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 Estrela Mountain Dog 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 Estrela Mountain Dog is prone to more genetic health problems than the French Spaniel.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Estrela Mountain Dog than for the French Spaniel.
4 health tests are recommended for Estrela Mountain Dog while 3 tests are recommended for the French Spaniel.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Estrela Mountain Dogs and in French Spaniels.
Estrela Mountain Dog Health Problems
Estrela Mountain Dogs are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Estrela Mountain Dog 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 Estrela Mountain Dog puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Estrela Mountain Dog 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 Estrela Mountain Dogs for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Estrela Mountain Dogs 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.
Is the Estrela Mountain Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the French Spaniel?
Estrela Mountain Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.
French Spaniels do not adapt well to apartment living.
Does the Estrela Mountain Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the French Spaniel?
Estrela Mountain Dogs 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.
French Spaniels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Wanderlust Potential: Estrela Mountain Dog vs. French Spaniel
Estrela Mountain Dogs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
French Spaniels do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Estrela Mountain Dog or the French Spaniel?
Estrela Mountain Dogs require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
French Spaniels are moderately easy to groom.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Estrela Mountain Dog or the French Spaniel?
Estrela Mountain Dogs are OK for new dog owners.
French Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.
Tolerates Being Alone: Estrela Mountain Dog versus French Spaniel
Estrela Mountain Dogs can be left alone only for a short time.
French Spaniels can be left alone only for a short time.
Can Estrela Mountain Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can French Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
Estrela Mountain Dogs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
French Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Estrela Mountain Dog or the French Spaniel?
Estrela Mountain Dogs get along fairly well with other dogs.
French Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Which one drools more, the Estrela Mountain Dog or the French Spaniel
Estrela Mountain Dogs drool moderately.
French Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.
Do Estrela Mountain Dogs Bark and Howl? What about French Spaniels?
Estrela Mountain Dogs bark and howl, but not very much.
French Spaniels are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Estrela Mountain Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can French Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
Estrela Mountain Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.
French Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.
Do Estrela Mountain Dogs shed more than French Spaniels?
Estrela Mountain Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
French Spaniels shed moderately.
Is the Estrela Mountain Dog Easier to Train than the French Spaniel?
Estrela Mountain Dogs are very easy to train.
French Spaniels are very easy to train.
Are Estrela Mountain Dogs good family dogs? What about French Spaniels?
Estrela Mountain Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
French Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Estrela Mountain Dogs and French Spaniels?
Estrela Mountain Dogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
French Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Estrela Mountain Dog
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Estrela Mountain Dog 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 Estrela Mountain Dog:
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 Estrela Mountain Dog and how the French Spaniel compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Estrela Mountain Dog and of the French Spaniel to other breeds:
Estrela Mountain Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds
Estrela Mountain Dog versus Peek A Poo Estrela Mountain Dog versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Estrela Mountain Dog versus Brussels Griffon Estrela Mountain Dog versus Tibetan Terrier Estrela Mountain Dog versus Kai Ken Estrela Mountain Dog versus Shichon Estrela Mountain Dog versus Shetland Sheepdog Estrela Mountain Dog versus Golden Retriever Estrela Mountain Dog versus Australian Shepherd Estrela Mountain Dog versus Papillon
French Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
French Spaniel versus Cesky Terrier French Spaniel versus Xoloitzcuintli French Spaniel versus Alaskan Klee Kai French Spaniel versus Beagle French Spaniel versus Samoyed French Spaniel versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog French Spaniel versus Biewer Terrier French Spaniel versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog French Spaniel versus Hovawart French Spaniel versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Conclusion: Estrela Mountain Dog 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 Estrela Mountain Dog and the French Spaniel better suits you and your family.