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- German Pinscher Versus Sussex Spaniel: Introduction
- German Pinscher versus Sussex Spaniel: Overview
- German Pinscher versus Sussex Spaniel: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the German Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel
- The Similarities Between the German Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel
- Size (Weight and Height) of German Pinscher versus Sussex Spaniel
- Lifespan of German Pinscher versus Sussex Spaniel
- Temperament of the Sussex Spaniel Versus the German Pinscher
- The Popularity of German Pinscher versus Popularity of Sussex Spaniel
- Tolerates Being Alone: German Pinscher versus Sussex Spaniel
- Do German Pinschers shed more than Sussex Spaniels?
- Which one drools more, the German Pinscher or the Sussex Spaniel
- Which is Easier to Groom, the German Pinscher or the Sussex Spaniel?
- Does the German Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sussex Spaniel?
- Do German Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Sussex Spaniels?
- Can German Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sussex Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: German Pinscher vs. Sussex Spaniel
- Can German Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sussex Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Pinscher or the Sussex Spaniel?
- Are German Pinschers good family dogs? What about Sussex Spaniels?
- How Kid-friendly are German Pinschers and Sussex Spaniels?
- Is the German Pinscher Easier to Train than the Sussex Spaniel?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Pinscher
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sussex Spaniel
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: German Pinscher versus Sussex Spaniel. Which One is a Better Pet?
German Pinscher Versus Sussex Spaniel: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the German Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the German 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 German Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the German 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 German 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 with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the German 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 German Pinscher or the Sussex Spaniel.
German Pinscher versus Sussex Spaniel: Overview
A very important difference between the German Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The German Pinscher is a medium-sized dog while the Sussex Spaniel is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the German 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.
German Pinscher versus Sussex Spaniel: Comparison Table
The table below compares the German 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.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the German Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel
| Factor | German Pinscher | Sussex Spaniel |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 14 years | 11 to 14 years |
| Height | 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder | 1 foot, 1 inch to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the sho |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 25 to 45 pounds | 35 to 45 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $2040 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1150 – $2688 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 91.9 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 135 | 171 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the German 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 the German Pinscher is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Sussex Spaniel is 100 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Sussex Spaniel is a better pet than the German 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 German 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 German Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel
Below is a list of where the German Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel are most different:
The Similarities Between the German Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel
The German Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the German Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of German Pinscher versus Sussex Spaniel
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the German Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel.
German Pinschers weigh 25 to 45 pounds when fully grown. German Pinschers are 17 to 20 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.
Lifespan of German Pinscher versus Sussex Spaniel
The lifespan of German Pinschers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of German Pinschers is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Sussex Spaniels is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Sussex Spaniels is 12.5 years.
German Pinschers live longer than Sussex Spaniels.
Temperament of the Sussex Spaniel Versus the German Pinscher
The Sussex Spaniel has a better temperament than the German Pinscher.
This is because the temperament score for the Sussex Spaniel is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the German Pinscher is 91.9 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 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 91.9 percent, the German Pinscher has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Sussex Spaniel has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the German Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel by measuring the temperaments of 37 German Pinschers and 4 Sussex Spaniels.
The Popularity of German 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 German Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the German Pinscher is more popular with dog owners than the Sussex Spaniel. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the German Pinscher is 135 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Sussex Spaniel is 171 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of German Pinscher
Popularity of Sussex Spaniel
| Year | German Pinscher Popularity Rank | Sussex Spaniel Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 130 | 162 |
| 2014 | 141 | 175 |
| 2015 | 138 | 173 |
| 2016 | 146 | 172 |
| 2017 | 136 | 161 |
| 2018 | 134 | 180 |
| 2019 | 123 | 176 |
| 2020 | 139 | 172 |
Tolerates Being Alone: German Pinscher versus Sussex Spaniel
German Pinschers can be left alone only for a short time.
Sussex Spaniels do not like to be left alone.
Do German Pinschers shed more than Sussex Spaniels?
German Pinschers shed moderately.
Sussex Spaniels shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the German Pinscher or the Sussex Spaniel
German Pinschers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Sussex Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the German Pinscher or the Sussex Spaniel?
German Pinschers are very easy to groom.
Sussex Spaniels are very easy to groom.
Does the German Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sussex Spaniel?
German Pinschers 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.
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 German Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Sussex Spaniels?
German Pinschers bark and howl, but not very much.
Sussex Spaniels are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can German Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sussex Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
German Pinschers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Sussex Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: German Pinscher vs. Sussex Spaniel
German Pinschers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Sussex Spaniels do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can German Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sussex Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
German Pinschers can tolerate hot weather.
Sussex Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Pinscher or the Sussex Spaniel?
German Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.
Sussex Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Are German Pinschers good family dogs? What about Sussex Spaniels?
German Pinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Sussex Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are German Pinschers and Sussex Spaniels?
German Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Sussex Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the German Pinscher Easier to Train than the Sussex Spaniel?
German Pinschers are very easy to train.
Sussex Spaniels are fairly easy to train.
Is the German Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Sussex Spaniel?
German Pinschers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Sussex Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the German Pinscher or the Sussex Spaniel?
German Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.
Sussex Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Pinscher
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the German 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 German 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 German Pinscher and how the Sussex Spaniel compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the German Pinscher and of the Sussex Spaniel to other breeds:
German Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
German Pinscher versus Mal Shi German Pinscher versus Miniature Schnauzer German Pinscher versus Pharaoh Hound German Pinscher versus Pomeranian German Pinscher versus Welsh Terrier German Pinscher versus Bolognese German Pinscher versus Beaglier German Pinscher versus Bolognese German Pinscher versus Weimaraner German Pinscher versus Bluetick Coonhound German Pinscher versus Puli German Pinscher versus Chinese Crested German Pinscher versus Irish Terrier German Pinscher versus Lhasapoo German Pinscher versus English Setter German Pinscher versus Bulldog German Pinscher versus Bulldog German Pinscher versus Norwegian Lundehund German Pinscher versus American Hairless Terrier German Pinscher versus Maremma Sheepdog German Pinscher versus Border Collie German Pinscher versus Shiranian German Pinscher versus Lhasapoo German Pinscher versus Chihuahua German Pinscher versus Lagotto Romagnolo
Sussex Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
Sussex Spaniel versus Field Spaniel Sussex Spaniel versus Braque du Bourbonnais Sussex Spaniel versus German Pinscher Sussex Spaniel versus Chow Chow Sussex Spaniel versus Akbash Sussex Spaniel versus Rottweiler Sussex Spaniel versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Sussex Spaniel versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Sussex Spaniel versus Papillon Sussex Spaniel versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Sussex Spaniel versus Komondor Sussex Spaniel versus Patterdale Terrier Sussex Spaniel versus Toy Poodle Sussex Spaniel versus Carolina Dog Sussex Spaniel versus German Wirehaired Pointer Sussex Spaniel versus Biewer Terrier Sussex Spaniel versus French Bulldog Sussex Spaniel versus Kuvasz Sussex Spaniel versus Skye Terrier Sussex Spaniel versus Doberman Pinscher Sussex Spaniel versus Fila Brasileiro Sussex Spaniel versus Australian Kelpie Sussex Spaniel versus German Longhaired Pointer Sussex Spaniel versus Labrador Retriever Sussex Spaniel versus Miniature Poodle
Conclusion: German 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 German Pinscher and the Sussex Spaniel better suits you and your family.