Breed Comparison: Pyrenean Mastiff Versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

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Pyrenean Mastiff Versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Introduction

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

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

Pyrenean Mastiff versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Pyrenean Mastiff 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 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.

Pyrenean Mastiff versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff and the Welsh Springer Spaniel

Factor Pyrenean Mastiff Welsh Springer Spaniel
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 1/5
Life Span 10 to 13 years 10 to 15 years
Weight 130 to 200 pounds 35 to 55 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 3/5
Height 24 to 31 inches 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 4/5
Easy To Train 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 4/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 1/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 11.5 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 Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff. 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 Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff and the Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

  • Pyrenean Mastiffs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them. However, Welsh Springer Spaniels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Pyrenean Mastiffs can be left alone for some time without problems. However, Welsh Springer Spaniels do not like to be left alone.
  • Pyrenean Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool. However, Welsh Springer Spaniels do not have the tendency to drool.

    • The Similarities Between the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Welsh Springer Spaniel have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff and the Welsh Springer Spaniel can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Welsh Springer Spaniel get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Welsh Springer Spaniel get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Welsh Springer Spaniel have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Welsh Springer Spaniel do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.

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

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs weigh 130 to 200 pounds when fully grown. Pyrenean Mastiffs are 24 to 31 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 Pyrenean Mastiff versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

    The lifespan of Pyrenean Mastiffs is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Pyrenean Mastiffs is 11.5 years.

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels live longer than Pyrenean Mastiffs.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Pyrenean Mastiff versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Pyrenean Mastiffs can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Do Pyrenean Mastiffs shed more than Welsh Springer Spaniels?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs shed moderately.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Pyrenean Mastiff or the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Pyrenean Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.

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

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to groom.

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs 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 Pyrenean Mastiffs Bark and Howl? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can Pyrenean Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Pyrenean Mastiff vs. Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Pyrenean Mastiffs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

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

    Can Pyrenean Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs 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 Pyrenean Mastiff or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs get along very well with other dogs.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Pyrenean Mastiffs good family dogs? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs 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 Pyrenean Mastiffs and Welsh Springer Spaniels?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Pyrenean Mastiff Easier to Train than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are fairly easy to train.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Is the Pyrenean Mastiff Better for Apartment Owners than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pyrenean Mastiff

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

  • Central Asian Shepherd Dog (74 percent match with Pyrenean Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Central Asian Shepherd Dog.
  • Estrela Mountain Dog (75 percent match with Pyrenean Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Estrela Mountain Dog.
  • Spanish Mastiff (72 percent match with Pyrenean Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Spanish Mastiff.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Pyrenean Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Welsh Springer Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

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