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Name	Boykin Spaniel	Kooikerhondje	Small Munsterlander
Origins	United States	Netherlands	Germany
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Swamp Poodle Boykin	Nederlandse Kooikerhondje Small Dutch Waterfowl Dog Kooiker Dog	Heidewachtel Munster Munsterlander Small Munsterlander Spion Vorstehhund Kleiner Münsterländer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Small Munsterlander? Which is the smallest dog, Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Small Munsterlander?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Kooikerhondje? Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander weight comparison:	25-40 pounds (11-18 kg)	20-40 pounds (9-18 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	32.5 pounds (14.5 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	Male: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Small Munsterlander? Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander height comparison:	15-18 inches (38-46 cm)	14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	Male: 20–22 inches (50–56 cm), Female: 19–21 inches (48–54 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	16.5 inches (42 cm)	15 inches (38.5 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20.5 inches (53.5 cm)

Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Small Munsterlander? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$600-$800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Small Munsterlander?	Very frequent: The Boykin Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Small Munsterlander is easier than average to get.

Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander trainability comparison.	Boykin Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Small Munsterlander dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Small Munsterlander?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Small Munsterlander dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Small Munsterlander? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Small Munsterlander dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Small Munsterlander? Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable Eager Companionable	Loving Alert Intelligent Territorial Lively Going Cheerful	Happy Intelligent Affectionate Strong Willed Attentive Trainable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Small Munsterlander dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander?	High: Boykin Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Kooikerhondje dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Small Munsterlander dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander social needs comparison:	Boykin Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Small Munsterlander dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Boykin Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Small Munsterlander is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Boykin Spaniel dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Small Munsterlander dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander playfulness comparison:	Average: Boykin Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Kooikerhondje is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Small Munsterlander is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander?	Average: The Boykin Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Kooikerhondje barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Small Munsterlander barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Small Munsterlander?	Very house-friendly dog the Boykin Spaniel breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Kooikerhondje indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Small Munsterlander breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Boykin Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Kooikerhondje dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Small Munsterlander dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Small Munsterlander?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Small Munsterlander dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Small Munsterlander?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boykin Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kooikerhondje bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Small Munsterlander bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Boykin Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kooikerhondje has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander mouthiness comparison:	Boykin Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Small Munsterlander dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander?	The Boykin Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Kooikerhondje is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Small Munsterlanders tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander health problems comparison:	Hypothyroidism Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Heart Disease Cushing's Syndrome	Cataracts Luxating Patella Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Kidney Issues Hereditary Necrotising Myelopathy Myositis	Hip Dysplasia Skin Irritation Ear Infections Vision Problems
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Boykin Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Kooikerhondje should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Small Munsterlander should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander lifespan comparison. How long do Boykin Spaniel, Kooikerhondje and Small Munsterlander breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Boykin Spaniel: 15 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Kooikerhondje: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Small Munsterlander: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kooikerhondje can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Small Munsterlander? Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander energy level comparison:	Boykin Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Small Munsterlander dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Small Munsterlander? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Boykin Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.	Kooikerhondje dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Small Munsterlander dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Small Munsterlander?	Boykin Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Small Munsterlander dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Small Munsterlander?	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boykin Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Kooikerhondje has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Small Munsterlander has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander coat comparison:	Feathered	Waterproof Wavy Thick Straight	Dense Thick
Colors What are the original Boykin Spaniel, Kooikerhondje and Small Munsterlander color?	Brown	Red White Orange	White & Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Small Munsterlander? Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander grooming comparison:	Average: The Boykin Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Kooikerhondje doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Small Munsterlander requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Small Munsterlander? Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or {name3 shedding:	Boykin Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs shed moderately. See more.	Small Munsterlander dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Small Munsterlander?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander?	Medium ⏺ The Boykin Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kooikerhondje has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Boykin Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Kooikerhondje is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Small Munsterlander is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Kooikerhondje dogs are generally with other pets.	Small Munsterlander dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Small Munsterlander? Which dog is more friendly?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Kooikerhondje dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Small Munsterlander?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Small Munsterlander dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Small Munsterlander?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Small Munsterlander?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Small Munsterlander dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander?	Yes Boykin Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Kooikerhondje dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Small Munsterlander dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Boykin Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kooikerhondje is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Small Munsterlander is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Boykin Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Kooikerhondjes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Small Munsterlanders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Boykin Spaniel or Kooikerhondje or Small Munsterlander? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander?	Yes Boykin Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kooikerhondje breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Small Munsterlander breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Boykin Spaniel and Kooikerhondje and Small Munsterlander have?	5-7 puppies	5-7 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Boykin Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje vs Small Munsterlander Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2018 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service

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