Breed Comparison: Welsh Springer Spaniel Versus Westiepoo

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Welsh Springer Spaniel Versus Westiepoo: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel and for the Westiepoo. 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Welsh Springer Spaniel or the Westiepoo.

Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Westiepoo: Overview

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

Furthermore, 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.

On the other hand, the Westiepoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Westiepoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Welsh Springer Spaniel to the Westiepoo 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo

Factor Welsh Springer Spaniel Westiepoo
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Height 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder 11 to 17 inches
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Weight 35 to 55 pounds 20 to 35 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Easy To Train 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $1150 – $1850
Average Price No Data $1480
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination by the age of 2, then at ages 5 and 7
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Westiepoo. 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel is 79 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Westiepoo is 83 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Westiepoo is a better pet than the Welsh Springer Spaniel. So, you should get the Westiepoo!

    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 Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo

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

  • Both the Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo are very playful.
  • Both the Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo are very easy to train.
  • Both the Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Welsh Springer Spaniel and the Westiepoo require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

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

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

    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.

    On the other hand, Westiepoos weigh 20 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Westiepoos are 11 to 17 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Westiepoo

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

    The lifespan of Westiepoos is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Westiepoos is 13.5 years.

    Westiepoos live longer than Welsh Springer Spaniels.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Westiepoo

    Welsh Springer Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Westiepoos do not like to be left alone.

    Do Welsh Springer Spaniels shed more than Westiepoos?

    Welsh Springer Spaniels shed moderately.

    Westiepoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

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

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

    Westiepoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to groom.

    Westiepoos are very easy to groom.

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

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

    Westiepoos 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.

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

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

    Westiepoos bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Westiepoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs. Westiepoo

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

    Westiepoos have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

    Westiepoos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Westiepoos get along very well with other dogs.

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

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Welsh Springer Spaniels and Westiepoos?

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

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

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Westiepoos are very easy to train.

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    Westiepoos adapt moderately well to apartment living.

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.

    Westiepoos are very good for new dog owners.

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

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Westiepoo

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

  • Schnoodle (78 percent match with Westiepoo). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Schnoodle.
  • American Hairless Terrier (82 percent match with Westiepoo). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Hairless Terrier.
  • Cockalier (79 percent match with Westiepoo). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Cockalier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Westiepoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Westiepoo versus Belgian Malinois     Westiepoo versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Westiepoo versus Beagle     Westiepoo versus German Shepherd Dog     Westiepoo versus Saluki     Westiepoo versus Golden Retriever     Westiepoo versus Bordoodle     Westiepoo versus Shiloh Shepherd     Westiepoo versus American Hairless Terrier     Westiepoo versus Havanese     Westiepoo versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Westiepoo versus Shiba Inu     Westiepoo versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Westiepoo versus Irish Water Spaniel     Westiepoo versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Westiepoo versus Field Spaniel     Westiepoo versus Lancashire Heeler     Westiepoo versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Westiepoo versus Lhasapoo     Westiepoo versus Lakeland Terrier     Westiepoo versus Australian Terrier     Westiepoo versus Irish Water Spaniel     Westiepoo versus Peek A Poo     Westiepoo versus Mudi     Westiepoo versus Aussiedoodle     

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