Welsh Springer Spaniel
VS
Brittany (Breton)
Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Brittany (Breton)
Compare Welsh Springer Spaniel and Brittany (Breton) 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
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Brittany (Breton)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
45 – 48 cm
47 – 51 cm
Weight
16 – 20 kg
20 – 23 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 13 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
4/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
Characteristics
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Medium
Brittany (Breton)
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
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.
About Brittany (Breton)
The Brittany (Épagneul Breton) is a compact, athletic French gundog with a short or bobbed tail and easy‑care coat. Affectionate, sensitive, and highly energetic, it needs substantial daily exercise and gentle, positive training, thriving as both an active family companion and versatile hunting dog.
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