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- Treeing Walker Coonhound Versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Introduction
- Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Overview
- Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Treeing Walker Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel
- The Similarities Between the Treeing Walker Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Size (Weight and Height) of Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Lifespan of Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Temperament of the Welsh Springer Spaniel Versus the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Adopting the Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Adopting the Welsh Springer Spaniel
- The Popularity of Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Popularity of Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Health Problems of Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Health Problems of Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Tolerates Being Alone: Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Do Treeing Walker Coonhounds shed more than Welsh Springer Spaniels?
- Which one drools more, the Treeing Walker Coonhound or the Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Treeing Walker Coonhound or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
- Does the Treeing Walker Coonhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
- Do Treeing Walker Coonhounds Bark and Howl? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?
- Can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Treeing Walker Coonhound vs. Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Treeing Walker Coonhound or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
- Are Treeing Walker Coonhounds good family dogs? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?
- How Kid-friendly are Treeing Walker Coonhounds and Welsh Springer Spaniels?
- Is the Treeing Walker Coonhound Easier to Train than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which One is a Better Pet?
Treeing Walker Coonhound Versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound or the Welsh Springer Spaniel.
Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Overview
A very important difference between the Treeing Walker Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Treeing Walker Coonhound is a large-sized dog while the Welsh Springer Spaniel is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Treeing Walker Coonhound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
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.
Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel
| Factor | Treeing Walker Coonhound | Welsh Springer Spaniel |
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| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 13 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| 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 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 45 to 80 pounds | 35 to 55 pounds |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $620 | No Data |
| Price Range | $300 – $850 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 62.5 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 127 | 128 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound is 66 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound. 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel
Below is a list of where the Treeing Walker Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are most different:
The Similarities Between the Treeing Walker Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel
The Treeing Walker Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Treeing Walker Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Treeing Walker Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds weigh 45 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Treeing Walker Coonhounds are 20 to 27 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
The lifespan of Treeing Walker Coonhounds is between 12 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Treeing Walker Coonhounds 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.
Temperament of the Welsh Springer Spaniel Versus the Treeing Walker Coonhound
The Welsh Springer Spaniel has a better temperament than the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
This is because the temperament score for the Welsh Springer Spaniel is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Treeing Walker Coonhound is 62.5 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 62.5 percent, the Treeing Walker Coonhound has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Welsh Springer Spaniel has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Treeing Walker Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel by measuring the temperaments of 8 Treeing Walker Coonhounds and 6 Welsh Springer Spaniels.
Adopting the Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Adopting the Welsh Springer Spaniel
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Treeing Walker Coonhounds 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound named Clifton that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Treeing Walker Coonhounds like Clifton on pefinder.com.
Also, like Treeing Walker Coonhounds, 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.
Barrel – Costa Mesa Location is the name of another Treeing Walker Coonhound (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
You can find more Treeing Walker Coonhounds and Welsh Springer Spaniels that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Popularity of Welsh Springer Spaniel
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Treeing Walker Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Treeing Walker Coonhound is more popular with dog owners than the Welsh Springer Spaniel. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Treeing Walker Coonhound is 127 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Welsh Springer Spaniel is 128 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Treeing Walker Coonhound
Popularity of Welsh Springer Spaniel
| Year | Treeing Walker Coonhound Popularity Rank | Welsh Springer Spaniel Popularity Rank |
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| 2013 | 101 | 124 |
| 2014 | 112 | 133 |
| 2015 | 117 | 128 |
| 2016 | 137 | 123 |
| 2017 | 131 | 133 |
| 2018 | 137 | 128 |
| 2019 | 129 | 130 |
| 2020 | 153 | 128 |
Health Problems of Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Health Problems of Welsh Springer Spaniel
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Treeing Walker Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Welsh Springer Spaniel is prone to the same number of genetic health problems as the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
4 health tests are recommended for Treeing Walker Coonhound while 4 tests are recommended for the Welsh Springer Spaniel.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Treeing Walker Coonhounds and in Welsh Springer Spaniels.
Treeing Walker Coonhound Health Problems
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Treeing Walker Coonhound puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Treeing Walker Coonhound puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Treeing Walker Coonhound breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Treeing Walker Coonhounds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Treeing Walker Coonhounds here.
Welsh Springer Spaniel Health Problems
Welsh Springer Spaniels are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Welsh Springer Spaniel puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Welsh Springer Spaniel puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Welsh Springer Spaniel breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Welsh Springer Spaniels for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Welsh Springer Spaniels here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
Treeing Walker Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.
Welsh Springer Spaniels do not like to be left alone.
Do Treeing Walker Coonhounds shed more than Welsh Springer Spaniels?
Treeing Walker Coonhounds shed moderately.
Welsh Springer Spaniels shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Treeing Walker Coonhound or the Welsh Springer Spaniel
Treeing Walker Coonhounds 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are very easy to groom.
Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to groom.
Does the Treeing Walker Coonhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Treeing Walker Coonhounds have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Welsh Springer Spaniels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Treeing Walker Coonhounds Bark and Howl? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?
Treeing Walker Coonhounds 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 Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
Treeing Walker Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Welsh Springer Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Treeing Walker Coonhound vs. Welsh Springer Spaniel
Treeing Walker Coonhounds 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 Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
Treeing Walker Coonhounds 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Treeing Walker Coonhounds get along fairly well with other dogs.
Welsh Springer Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Are Treeing Walker Coonhounds good family dogs? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?
Treeing Walker Coonhounds 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 Treeing Walker Coonhounds and Welsh Springer Spaniels?
Treeing Walker Coonhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Welsh Springer Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Treeing Walker Coonhound Easier to Train than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are not easy to train.
Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to train.
Is the Treeing Walker Coonhound Better for Apartment Owners than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Treeing Walker Coonhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Welsh Springer Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Treeing Walker Coonhound or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Treeing Walker Coonhounds 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound:
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 Treeing Walker Coonhound and how the Welsh Springer Spaniel compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Treeing Walker Coonhound and of the Welsh Springer Spaniel to other breeds:
Treeing Walker Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Welsh Springer Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Conclusion: Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel better suits you and your family.