Differences and Similarities between the Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.

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Kooikerhondje Versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer 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 Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer 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 Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer 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 Kooikerhondje and for the Welsh Springer 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 Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Kooikerhondje or the Welsh Springer Spaniel.

Kooikerhondje versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

Kooikerhondje versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Overview

Both the Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are similar in size. The Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are both medium-sized dogs.

Furthermore, both the Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are Sporting Dogs. This means both the Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.

Kooikerhondje versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Kooikerhondje to the Welsh Springer 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 Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel

Factor Kooikerhondje Welsh Springer Spaniel
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Easy To Train 1/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 14 years 10 to 15 years
Height 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 4/5
Weight 20 to 25 pounds 35 to 55 pounds
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 12.5 years
Price Range No Data No Data
Average Price No Data No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination by the age of 2, then at ages 5 and 7
  • Hip Dysplasia
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Kooikerhondje 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 Welsh Springer 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 Kooikerhondje is 70 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Welsh Springer Spaniel is 79 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Welsh Springer Spaniel is a better pet than the Kooikerhondje. So, you should get the Welsh Springer 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 Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Below is a list of where the Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are most different:

  • Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train. However, Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to train.
  • Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly. However, Welsh Springer Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    • The Similarities Between the Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    The Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are most similar:

  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are very playful.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Kooikerhondje versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.

    Kooikerhondjes weigh 20 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Kooikerhondjes are 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Welsh Springer Spaniels weigh 35 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Welsh Springer Spaniels are 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Kooikerhondje versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

    The lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is 13.0 years.

    The lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniels is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniels is 12.5 years.

    Kooikerhondjes live longer than Welsh Springer Spaniels.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Kooikerhondje versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Kooikerhondjes do not like to be left alone.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Do Kooikerhondjes shed more than Welsh Springer Spaniels?

    Kooikerhondjes shed moderately.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Kooikerhondje or the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Kooikerhondjes do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Kooikerhondje or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to groom.

    Does the Kooikerhondje Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Kooikerhondjes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Kooikerhondjes Bark and Howl? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?

    Kooikerhondjes bark and howl, but not very much.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Kooikerhondjes can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Kooikerhondje vs. Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Kooikerhondjes have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Kooikerhondjes can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kooikerhondje or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Kooikerhondjes good family dogs? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?

    Kooikerhondjes are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Kooikerhondjes and Welsh Springer Spaniels?

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Kooikerhondje Easier to Train than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Is the Kooikerhondje Better for Apartment Owners than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Kooikerhondjes adapt very well to apartment living.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kooikerhondje or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Kooikerhondjes are OK for new dog owners.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kooikerhondje

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

  • Lakeland Terrier (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Lhasapoo (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Lhasapoo.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Welsh Springer 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel:

  • English Cocker Spaniel (78 percent match with Welsh Springer Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs English Cocker Spaniel.
  • Finnish Lapphund (78 percent match with Welsh Springer Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs Finnish Lapphund.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Kooikerhondje and how the Welsh Springer Spaniel compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Kooikerhondje and of the Welsh Springer Spaniel to other breeds:

    Kooikerhondje Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Welsh Springer Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Bull Terrier     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Pointer     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Manchester Terrier     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Bloodhound     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Italian Greyhound     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Belgian Malinois     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Giant Schnauzer     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Shichon     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Toy Fox Terrier     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Miniature Schnauzer     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Pyredoodle     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Goldendoodle     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Finnish Lapphund     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Doberman Pinscher     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Bordoodle     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Australian Cattle Dog     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Clumber Spaniel     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Sloughi     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Dalmatian     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus American Staffordshire Terrier     

    Conclusion: Kooikerhondje versus Welsh Springer 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 Kooikerhondje and the Welsh Springer Spaniel better suits you and your family.