Welsh Springer Spaniel has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Whoodle has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Unfortunately, the Welsh Springer Spaniel is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Whoodles are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Affectionate
Active
Playful
Intelligent
Loyal
Friendly
Stubborn

Playful
Friendly
Active
Energetic
Strong
Confident

Welsh Springer Spaniels are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Whoodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Welsh Springer Spaniels make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Whoodles are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Wales

United States

english springer spaniel, cocker spaniel

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier and Poodle

1600s

Mid 1900's

Brown
Amber

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

White
Red

Black
Red
Brown
Silver
Cream

Welsh Springer Spaniels are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Whoodles have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

While the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Whoodles typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Hip Dysplasia

Sebaceous Adenitis
Kidney Problems
Addison's Disease
Eye Diseases and Disorders

Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Glaucoma

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Allergies

Eye
Hip
Elbow
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Blood
Heart
Eye examination

Welsh Springer Spaniels thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Whoodles' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Welsh Springer Spaniel has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Whoodle has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Welsh Springer Spaniels are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Whoodles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Welsh Springer Spaniels bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Whoodles are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs may not be the best choice as guard dogs because they do not have a strong instinct to defend their territory.

While Whoodle dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Tracking, Barn hunt, Obedience, Rally, Field work, Trick Dog, Reading to, Conformation

Walking, Walks, fetch

In general most Welsh Springer Spaniels usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Whoodles usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Welsh Springer Spaniel should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Whoodle should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Welsh Springer Spaniel is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Whoodle is somewhere $2.10 - $2.50 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Welsh Springer Spaniel is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Whoodle is between $63 - $74. This makes an average of $756 - $888 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Whoodles have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

The Welsh Springer Spaniel is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

The Whoodle is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Welsh Springer Spaniels make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Whoodles are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Welsh Springer Spaniels are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Whoodles are not cat friendly.

Welsh Springer Spaniels are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Whoodles are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Welsh Springer Spaniels are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Whoodles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Welsh Springer Spaniels are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Whoodles may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.