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

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Labradoodle Versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Labradoodle 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 Labradoodle 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 Labradoodle 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 Labradoodle or the Welsh Springer Spaniel.

Labradoodle versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

Labradoodle versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Overview

A very important difference between the Labradoodle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Labradoodle is a large-sized dog while the Welsh Springer Spaniel is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Labradoodle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

On the other hand, the Welsh Springer 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.

Labradoodle versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Labradoodle 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 Labradoodle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel

Factor Labradoodle Welsh Springer Spaniel
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 5/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 14 years 10 to 15 years
Low Prey Drive 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 1/5
Height 21 to 24 inches at the shoulder 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 4/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Weight 50 to 65 pounds 35 to 55 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1640 No Data
Price Range $1000 – $2000 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 Labradoodle 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 Labradoodle is 94 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 Labradoodle is a better pet than the Welsh Springer Spaniel. So, you should get the Labradoodle!

    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 Labradoodle 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 Labradoodle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

  • Labradoodles are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Welsh Springer Spaniels are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Labradoodles can be left alone for some time without problems. However, Welsh Springer Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    • The Similarities Between the Labradoodle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

  • Both the Labradoodle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Labradoodle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Labradoodle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Labradoodle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Labradoodle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Labradoodle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Labradoodle 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 Labradoodle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are very easy to train.
  • Both the Labradoodle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Labradoodle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Labradoodle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Labradoodle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Labradoodle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Labradoodle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Labradoodle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Labradoodle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are very playful.

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

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

    Labradoodles weigh 50 to 65 pounds when fully grown. Labradoodles are 21 to 24 inches 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 Labradoodle versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

    The lifespan of Labradoodles is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Labradoodles 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.

    Labradoodles live longer than Welsh Springer Spaniels.

    Adopting the Labradoodle versus Adopting the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Labradoodles and many Welsh Springer Spaniels are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Labradoodle named Ny-Pluto Adopted! that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Labradoodles like Ny-Pluto Adopted! on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Labradoodles, Welsh Springer Spaniels are also available for adoption. For example, Sage is a Male Welsh Springer Spaniel that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Welsh Springer Spaniels like Sage that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Labradoodle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Jj is the name of another Labradoodle (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    You can find more Labradoodles and Welsh Springer Spaniels that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Labradoodle versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Labradoodles can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Do Labradoodles shed more than Welsh Springer Spaniels?

    Labradoodles shed moderately.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels shed moderately.

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

    Labradoodles 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 Labradoodle or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Labradoodles are very easy to groom.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to groom.

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

    Labradoodles 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.

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

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

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

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

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

    Labradoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Labradoodle vs. Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

    Labradoodles can tolerate hot weather.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Labradoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

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

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Labradoodles and Welsh Springer Spaniels?

    Labradoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

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

    Labradoodles are very easy to train.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to train.

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

    Labradoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Labradoodles are very good for new dog owners.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Labradoodle

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

  • Goldendoodle (78 percent match with Labradoodle). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Goldendoodle.
  • Goldador (85 percent match with Labradoodle). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Goldador.
  • French Spaniel (78 percent match with Labradoodle). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs French Spaniel.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Labradoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Welsh Springer Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

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