Breed Comparison: Puggle Versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

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Puggle Versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Introduction

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

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

Puggle versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

Puggle versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Puggle 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.

Puggle versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Comparison Table

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

Factor Puggle Welsh Springer Spaniel
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 10 to 15 years
Height 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 18 to 30 pounds 35 to 55 pounds
Easy To Train 2/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 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
Intelligence 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 1/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1330 No Data
Price Range $995 – $1400 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 Puggle 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 Puggle is 85 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 Puggle is a better pet than the Welsh Springer Spaniel. So, you should get the Puggle!

    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 Puggle 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 Puggle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

  • Puggles are not easy to train. However, Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to train.

    • The Similarities Between the Puggle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

  • Both the Puggle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Puggle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Puggle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Puggle 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 Puggle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Puggle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Puggle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Puggle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Puggle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Puggle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Puggle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

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

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

    Puggles weigh 18 to 30 pounds when fully grown. Puggles are 13 to 15 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 Puggle versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

    The lifespan of Puggles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Puggles is 12.5 years.

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

    Adopting the Puggle versus Adopting the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Puggles 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 Puggle named 5820 Oliver that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Puggles like 5820 Oliver on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Puggles, 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 Puggle and the Welsh Springer Spaniel can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

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

    Also, Romeo is an adorable Male Welsh Springer Spaniel on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Puggles and Welsh Springer Spaniels are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

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

    Tolerates Being Alone: Puggle versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Do Puggles shed more than Welsh Springer Spaniels?

    Puggles shed moderately.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels shed moderately.

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

    Puggles 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 Puggle or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Puggles are very easy to groom.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to groom.

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

    Puggles 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 Puggles Bark and Howl? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?

    Puggles 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 Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Puggle vs. Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Puggles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily 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 Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Puggles 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 Puggle or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Puggles get along very well with other dogs.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

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

    Puggles 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 Puggles and Welsh Springer Spaniels?

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

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

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

    Puggles are not easy to train.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to train.

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

    Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Puggles 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 Puggle

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

  • Beaglier (75 percent match with Puggle). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Beaglier.
  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (71 percent match with Puggle). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Saint Berdoodle (72 percent match with Puggle). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Saint Berdoodle.
  • Skye Terrier (70 percent match with Puggle). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Skye Terrier.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Welsh Springer Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Kooikerhondje     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Miniature Pinscher     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Akita     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Doberman Pinscher     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Basset Hound     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Pointer     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Catahoula Bulldog     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus American Water Spaniel     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Tibetan Terrier     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Golden Retriever     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Chinese Crested     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Kai Ken     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Hovawart     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Maltese     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Chow Chow     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Carolina Dog     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Pomchi     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Afador     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Maltipoo     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Spinone Italiano     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Bedlington Terrier     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Chinook     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Shiranian     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Cane Corso     

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