Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Pomchi Versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Introduction
- Pomchi versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Overview
- Pomchi versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Pomchi and the Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Size (Weight and Height) of Pomchi versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Lifespan of Pomchi versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Tolerates Being Alone: Pomchi versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Do Pomchis shed more than Welsh Springer Spaniels?
- Which one drools more, the Pomchi or the Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Pomchi or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
- Does the Pomchi Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
- Do Pomchis Bark and Howl? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?
- Can Pomchis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Pomchi vs. Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Can Pomchis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Pomchi or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
- Are Pomchis good family dogs? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?
- How Kid-friendly are Pomchis and Welsh Springer Spaniels?
- Is the Pomchi Easier to Train than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pomchi
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Pomchi versus Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which One is a Better Pet?
Pomchi Versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Pomchi 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 Pomchi 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 Pomchi and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Pomchi 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 Pomchi 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 Pomchi 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 Pomchi or the Welsh Springer Spaniel.
Pomchi versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Overview
A very important difference between the Pomchi and the Welsh Springer Spaniel is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Pomchi is a tiny-sized dog while the Welsh Springer Spaniel is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Pomchi belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
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.
Pomchi versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Pomchi 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 Pomchi and the Welsh Springer Spaniel
Factor | Pomchi | Welsh Springer Spaniel |
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Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Life Span | 12 to 18 years | 10 to 15 years |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Easygoing | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Train | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 1/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Weight | 4 to 12 pounds | 35 to 55 pounds |
General Health | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Height | 6 to 10 inches | 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder |
Average Lifespan | 15.0 years | 12.5 years |
Average Price | $1000 | No Data |
Price Range | $650 – $1288 | No Data |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Pomchi 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 Pomchi is 78 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 Pomchi. 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 Pomchi and the Welsh Springer Spaniel so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Pomchi and the Welsh Springer Spaniel
The Pomchi and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Pomchi and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Pomchi versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Pomchi and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.
Pomchis weigh 4 to 12 pounds when fully grown. Pomchis are 6 to 10 inches 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 Pomchi versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
The lifespan of Pomchis is between 12 to 18 years. The average lifespan of Pomchis is 15.0 years.
The lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniels is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniels is 12.5 years.
Pomchis live longer than Welsh Springer Spaniels.
Tolerates Being Alone: Pomchi versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
Pomchis can be left alone only for a short time.
Welsh Springer Spaniels do not like to be left alone.
Do Pomchis shed more than Welsh Springer Spaniels?
Pomchis shed moderately.
Welsh Springer Spaniels shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Pomchi or the Welsh Springer Spaniel
Pomchis 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 Pomchi or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Pomchis require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to groom.
Does the Pomchi Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Pomchis 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 Pomchis Bark and Howl? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?
Pomchis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Welsh Springer Spaniels are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Pomchis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
Pomchis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Welsh Springer Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Pomchi vs. Welsh Springer Spaniel
Pomchis 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 Pomchis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
Pomchis can tolerate hot weather.
Welsh Springer Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Pomchi or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Pomchis get along fairly well with other dogs.
Welsh Springer Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Are Pomchis good family dogs? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?
Pomchis 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 Pomchis and Welsh Springer Spaniels?
Pomchis get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Welsh Springer Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Pomchi Easier to Train than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Pomchis are fairly easy to train.
Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to train.
Is the Pomchi Better for Apartment Owners than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Pomchis adapt very well to apartment living.
Welsh Springer Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Pomchi or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Pomchis are OK for new dog owners.
Welsh Springer Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pomchi
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pomchi 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 Pomchi:
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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Pomchi and how the Welsh Springer Spaniel compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Pomchi and of the Welsh Springer Spaniel to other breeds:
Pomchi Versus Other Dog Breeds
Pomchi versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Pomchi versus Boykin Spaniel Pomchi versus Australian Shepherd Pomchi versus Catahoula Bulldog Pomchi versus Akita Pomchi versus Lagotto Romagnolo Pomchi versus Norwegian Lundehund Pomchi versus Westiepoo Pomchi versus Bernedoodle Pomchi versus German Longhaired Pointer Pomchi versus Carolina Dog Pomchi versus Japanese Chin Pomchi versus Barbet Pomchi versus Sloughi Pomchi versus Peek A Poo Pomchi versus Bolognese Pomchi versus Patterdale Terrier Pomchi versus Italian Greyhound Pomchi versus American Pit Bull Terrier Pomchi versus Carolina Dog Pomchi versus Beagle Pomchi versus Finnish Lapphund Pomchi versus Tibetan Spaniel Pomchi versus Morkie
Welsh Springer Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Lhasapoo Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Beaglier Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Braque du Bourbonnais Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Silky Terrier Welsh Springer Spaniel versus English Cocker Spaniel Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Rottweiler Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Basset Hound Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Fila Brasileiro Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Chorkie Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Chinook Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Kerry Blue Terrier Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Lhasa Apso Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Cairn Terrier Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Shiranian Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Affenpinscher Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Welsh Springer Spaniel versus German Longhaired Pointer Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Australian Terrier Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Golden Retriever Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Japanese Chin Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Airedale Terrier Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Labrador Retriever Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Akbash
Conclusion: Pomchi 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 Pomchi and the Welsh Springer Spaniel better suits you and your family.