German Spaniel (Wachtelhund)
VS
Phalène
German Spaniel (Wachtelhund) vs Phalène
Compare German Spaniel (Wachtelhund) and Phalène side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
German Spaniel (Wachtelhund)
Phalène
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
45 – 54 cm
27 – 28 cm
Weight
18 – 25 kg
2 – 6 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
2/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
2/5
Health
3/5
5/5
Grooming needs
3/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
1/5
3/5
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Characteristics
German Spaniel (Wachtelhund)
Quiet
Easy to train
Medium
Phalène
Great with kids
Low grooming
Stubborn
Tiny
Summary
About German Spaniel (Wachtelhund)
Medium, robust German hunting spaniel built for dense cover, with a thick, weather‑resistant coat in brown or brown-white. Very loyal, often one-person focused yet family friendly. Highly energetic, driven working gundog that needs intensive exercise and meaningful tasks; still uncommon outside Germany.
About Phalène
The Phalène is a small, elegant toy spaniel with drop ears, a long silky coat, and a white body marked in various colors. Lively yet sensitive and people‑oriented, it is highly trainable, enjoys dog sports, moderate daily exercise, and close companionship.
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