Pug
VS
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Pug vs Welsh Springer Spaniel
Compare Pug and Welsh Springer Spaniel 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
Pug
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
31 – 35 cm
45 – 48 cm
Weight
5 – 9 kg
16 – 20 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 14 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
1/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
4/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Pug
Great with kids
Small
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Pug
Small, sturdy companion dog with wrinkled face, curled tail and expressive eyes, usually 6–8 kg and suited to city homes. Affectionate, people focused and playful, needs moderate gentle exercise, close family contact, careful weight control and extra management in hot weather due to its short nose.
About Welsh Springer Spaniel
Medium, athletic red-and-white spaniel from Wales, bred as a steady gundog. Affectionate, people-focused and often strongly bonded to one person. Needs substantial daily exercise, training and mental work. Sensitive, generally healthy, with a weatherproof coat that enjoys mud and water.
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