Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel Comparison – Which dog is better Ladykirk Spaniel or Deutscher Wachtel?

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Name	Tweed Water Spaniel	German Spaniel
Origins	United Kingdom	Germany
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Group	Extinct	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Ladykirk Spaniel Tweed Spaniel	Deutscher Wachtel Deutscher Wachtelhund German Quail Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel? Is the Tweed Water Spaniel bigger than the German Spaniel breed? Is a Tweed Water Spaniel smaller than a German Spaniel?	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel? Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel weight comparison:	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	40–55 pounds (18–25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel? Is a Tweed Water Spaniel taller than a German Spaniel?	Male: 20-24 inches (51-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 19–21 inch (48–54 cm), Female: 18–20 inch (45–52 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 22 inches (55.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 20 inch (51 cm), Female: 19 inch (48.5 cm)

Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Tweed Water Spaniel and German Spaniel?	Unavailable	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel?	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.	Average: The German Spaniel is a commonly available dog breed.

Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel smarter? Which is best? Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel intelligence:	Smart: The Tweed Water Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The German Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel trainability comparison. What's the difference between Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel?	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are very easy to train. See more.	German Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel?	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	German Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	German Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel? Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Agile Energetic Courageous Intelligent Friendly	Energetic Alert
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel?	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.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel?	High: Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: German Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel social needs comparison:	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel?	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the German Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel? Which can be better for hunting?	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	German Spaniel dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel playfulness comparison:	The Tweed Water Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.	German Spaniels are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel?	Average: The Tweed Water Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The German Spaniel 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 Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tweed Water Spaniel breed.	It is not recommended to keep the German Spaniel breed in the home.
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Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Tweed Water Spaniel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	German Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel?	Tweed Water Spaniel 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.	German Spaniel 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.

Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel?	The Tweed Water Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel?	Average The Tweed Water Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The German Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Tweed Water Spaniel and German Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Tweed Water Spaniel and German Spaniel?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Tweed Water Spaniel: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Spaniel: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.

Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel? Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel energy level comparison:	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.	German Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel?	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	German Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel? Does the Tweed Water Spaniel breed eat more than the German Spaniel breed?	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Tweed Water Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The German Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel coat comparison:	Feathered Curly Thick	Wavy Thick
Colors What are the original Tweed Water Spaniel and German Spaniel color? Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel color comparison:	Brown Liver	Brown Brown Roan Solid Red Red & White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel? Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel grooming comparison:	Average: The Tweed Water Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The German Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel? Do Tweed Water Spaniel dogs shed more than German Spaniel dogs?	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Spaniel 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: Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel?	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 Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel?	Medium ⏺ The Tweed Water Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel?	The Tweed Water Spaniel is an average drooler. See more.	The German Spaniel is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	German Spaniel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	German Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel?	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Spaniel dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel?	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	German Spaniel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel? Can a Tweed Water Spaniel and a German Spaniel be friends? Do Tweed Water Spaniel dogs get along with German Spaniel dogs?	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	German Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel?	Yes Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Tweed Water Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Tweed Water Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	German Spaniels are commonly okay with elderly people.

Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Tweed Water Spaniel or German Spaniel? 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.
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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel?	Yes Tweed Water Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Spaniel 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.
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.

Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Tweed Water Spaniel and German Spaniel have? Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel litter size comparison:	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Tweed Water Spaniel vs German Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	No data available

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