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Small Munsterlander vs Boykin Spaniel vs French Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Heidewachtel or Swamp Poodle or Canadian Setter? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel breeds.
Heidewachtel
Munster
Munsterlander
Small Munsterlander
Spion
Vorstehhund
Kleiner Münsterländer
Swamp Poodle
Boykin
Canadian Setter
French Setter
Epagneul Français
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Small Munsterlander vs Boykin Spaniel vs French Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg) 25-40 pounds (11-18 kg) 44-55 pounds (20-25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) 32.5 pounds (14.5 kg) 49.5 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Small Munsterlander or Boykin Spaniel or French Spaniel? Small Munsterlander vs Boykin Spaniel vs French Spaniel height comparison:
Male: 20–22 inches (50–56 cm), Female: 19–21 inches (48–54 cm) 15-18 inches (38-46 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (55-61 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (54-59 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 21.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20.5 inches (53.5 cm) 16.5 inches (42 cm) Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 22 inches (56.5 cm)

Small Munsterlander vs Boykin Spaniel vs French Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $800-$1000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Small Munsterlander or Boykin Spaniel or French Spaniel?
Frequent: The Small Munsterlander is easier than average to get.
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.

Small Munsterlander vs Boykin Spaniel vs French Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which is easiest to train?
Small Munsterlander dogs are very easy to train.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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French Spaniel dogs are hard to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which breed is most alert?
Small Munsterlander dogs are average watchdogs.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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French Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which breed is most protective?
Small Munsterlander dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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French Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Small Munsterlander vs Boykin Spaniel vs French Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel? Compare temperaments.
Happy
Intelligent
Affectionate
Strong
Willed
Attentive
Trainable
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Trainable
Eager
Companionable
Loving
Energetic
Intelligent
Adaptable
Calm
Tough
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Small Munsterlander dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: French Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Small Munsterlander vs Boykin Spaniel vs French Spaniel?
High: Small Munsterlander dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Boykin Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: French Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Small Munsterlander vs Boykin Spaniel vs French Spaniel social needs comparison:
Small Munsterlander dogs are a social breed.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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French Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Small Munsterlander is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Boykin Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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French Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
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.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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French Spaniel 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.
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Small Munsterlander vs Boykin Spaniel vs French Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Small Munsterlander barks occasionally.
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Average: The Boykin Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The French Spaniel rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which breed is most playful?
The Small Munsterlander is a playful breed.
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Average: Boykin Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: French Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Small Munsterlander breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Boykin Spaniel breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the French Spaniel breed.

Small Munsterlander vs Boykin Spaniel vs French Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which breed is most flexible?
Small Munsterlander dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Boykin Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: French Spaniel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Small Munsterlander or Boykin Spaniel or French Spaniel?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
French Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Small Munsterlander vs Boykin Spaniel vs French Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of biting somebody.

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The Boykin Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

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The French Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which uses mouth most during play?
Small Munsterlander dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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French Spaniel dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Small Munsterlander bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Boykin Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

French Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Small Munsterlander vs Boykin Spaniel vs French Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Small Munsterlander: 13 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Boykin Spaniel: 15 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of French Spaniel: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which handles climate changes best?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues?
Small Munsterlanders tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Boykin Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
French Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Small Munsterlander should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Boykin Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The French Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Small Munsterlander vs Boykin Spaniel vs French Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Small Munsterlander vs Boykin Spaniel vs French Spaniel health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Skin Irritation
Ear Infections
Vision Problems
Hypothyroidism
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Heart Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
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Small Munsterlander vs Boykin Spaniel vs French Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which breed is most active?
Small Munsterlander dogs are high-energy dogs.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
French Spaniel dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Small Munsterlander vs Boykin Spaniel vs French Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Small Munsterlander or Boykin Spaniel or French Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Small Munsterlander dogs need a lot of exercises.
Boykin Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
French Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Small Munsterlander or Boykin Spaniel or French Spaniel?
Small Munsterlander dogs don't need too much sleep.
Boykin Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
French Spaniel dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Small Munsterlander vs Boykin Spaniel vs French Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Small Munsterlander has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boykin Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the French Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which needs most food?
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day. 2-3 cup a day high-quality dry food formulated for adult dogs and made with high-quality animal proteins, divided into two meals.

Small Munsterlander vs Boykin Spaniel vs French Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. What colors are available?
White & Brown Brown White
Liver
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Small Munsterlander requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Boykin Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The French Spaniel doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which drools least?
The Small Munsterlander is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Boykin Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The French Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Boykin Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The French Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Thick
Feathered Wavy
Glossy
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Small Munsterlander or Boykin Spaniel or French Spaniel? Small Munsterlander or Boykin Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
Small Munsterlander dogs shed moderately.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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French Spaniel dogs are heavy shedders.
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Small Munsterlander vs Boykin Spaniel vs French Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which is best with kids?
Small Munsterlander dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
French Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Small Munsterlander dogs are generally with other pets.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
French Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Small Munsterlander or Boykin Spaniel or French Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
French Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Small Munsterlander or Boykin Spaniel or French Spaniel?
Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
French Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Small Munsterlander or Boykin Spaniel or French Spaniel?
Small Munsterlander dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
French Spaniel dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Small Munsterlander vs Boykin Spaniel vs French Spaniel?
Yes
Small Munsterlander dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Boykin Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
French Spaniel dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Small Munsterlander is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Boykin Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
French Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Small Munsterlanders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Boykin Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.
French Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.

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

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Small Munsterlander breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Boykin Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

French Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which has most military use?

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.

Small Munsterlander vs Boykin Spaniel vs French Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 5-7 puppies 3-7 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Small Munsterlander vs Boykin Spaniel vs French Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Small Munsterlander, Boykin Spaniel, and French Spaniel. Which has most recognition?
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Foundation Stock Service
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
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