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Weimaraner vs English Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Grey Ghost or Farm Collie or Welsh Cocker Spaniel? Find the right dog for you

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Name Weimaraner English Shepherd Welsh Springer Spaniel
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel breeds.
Grey Ghost
Weim
Weimaraner Vorstehhund
Farm Collie Welsh Cocker Spaniel
Welsh Starter
Welshie
Welsh Springer
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Weimaraner vs English Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is the largest?
Large Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg) Male: 45-60 pounds (21-28 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg) Male: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg), Female: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) Male: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) Male: 42.5 pounds (19 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Weimaraner or English Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Weimaraner vs English Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel height comparison:
Male: 24-24 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm) 18-23 inches (46-58 cm) Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm) 20.5 inches (52 cm) Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)

Weimaraner vs English Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1500-$2000 $800-$1000 $1200-$1400
Availability
Which is easier to get, Weimaraner or English Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Very frequent: The Weimaraner is quite easy to get.
Average: The English Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Welsh Springer Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Weimaraner vs English Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: Weimaraner is an excellent dog breed.
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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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Smart: The Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is easiest to train?
Weimaraner dogs are easy to train.
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English Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most alert?
Weimaraner dogs are average watchdogs.
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English Shepherd dogs are good watchdogs.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most protective?
Weimaraner dogs are average defenders.
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English Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Weimaraner vs English Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel? Compare temperaments.
Stubborn
Aloof
Energetic
Alert
Powerful
Intelligent
Social
Steady
Fast
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Adaptable
Active
Playful
Stubborn
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Weimaraner dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: English Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Welsh Springer 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: Weimaraner vs English Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?
High: Weimaraner dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: English Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Weimaraner vs English Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel social needs comparison:
Weimaraner dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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English Shepherd dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Weimaraner dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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English Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Welsh Springer 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?
Weimaraner dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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English Shepherd dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Welsh Springer 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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Weimaraner vs English Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal?
Average to High: The Weimaraner is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The English Shepherd rarely barks.
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Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most playful?
The Weimaraner is a highly playful breed.
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Average: English Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Weimaraner breed.
It is not recommended to keep the English Shepherd breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed.

Weimaraner vs English Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Weimaraner vs English Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Weimaraner has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The English Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Weimaraner bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Welsh Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Weimaraner vs English Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Weimaraner: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of English Shepherd: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniel: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer 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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The English Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Welsh Springer Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues?
Weimaraners tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
English Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Weimaraner should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The English Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Welsh Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Weimaraner vs English Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Weimaraner vs English Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Ectropion
Distichiasis
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Collie Eye Anomaly
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Glaucoma

Weimaraner vs English Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most active?
Weimaraner dogs are high-energy dogs.
English Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Weimaraner vs English Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Weimaraner or English Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Weimaraner dogs need a lot of exercises.
English Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Weimaraner or English Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Weimaraner dogs don't need too much sleep.
English Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.

Weimaraner vs English Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Weimaraner has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the English Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Welsh Springer Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which needs most food?
2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.

Weimaraner vs English Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. What colors are available?
Gray
Blue
Silver
Copper
Black
Tan
White
Brown
Sable
Yellow
Brindle
Tricolor
Red
White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Weimaraner requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The English Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which drools least?
The Weimaraner drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The English Shepherd drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Weimaraner has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The English Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Welsh Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Fluffy
Silky
Silky
Soft
Straight
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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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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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 Weimaraner or English Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Weimaraner or English Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Weimaraner dogs shed moderately.
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English Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Weimaraner vs English Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Good With Comparison

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

Weimaraner vs English Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer 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 Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best for SAR work?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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 Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Weimaraner breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

English Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Welsh Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer 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 Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer 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.

Weimaraner vs English Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has most puppies?
6-8 puppies 5-8 puppies, average 6 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer 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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Weimaraner vs English Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1943 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1914 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Weimaraner, English Shepherd, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Animal Research Foundation
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