Last Updated: Jun 16, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Boxer Versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Introduction
- Boxer versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Overview
- Boxer versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Boxer and the Welsh Springer Spaniel
- The Similarities Between the Boxer and the Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Size Comparison of the Boxer versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Appearance (Colors) of the Boxer and the Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Lifespan of Boxer versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Temperament of the Welsh Springer Spaniel Versus the Boxer
- The Intelligence of the Boxer versus the Intelligence of the Welsh Springer Spaniel
- The Popularity of Boxer versus Popularity of Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Tolerates Being Alone: Boxer versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Do Boxers shed more than Welsh Springer Spaniels?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Boxer or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Boxer or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
- Are Boxers good family dogs? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?
- Is the Boxer Easier to Train than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
- Which one drools more, the Boxer or the Welsh Springer Spaniel
- How Kid-friendly are Boxers and Welsh Springer Spaniels?
- Does the Boxer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
- Do Boxers Bark and Howl? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?
- Can Boxers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Boxer vs. Welsh Springer Spaniel
- Can Boxers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Boxer Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Boxer versus Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which One is a Better Pet?
Boxer Versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Boxer and the Welsh Springer Spaniel? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Boxer and the Welsh Springer Spaniel better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Boxer and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Boxer and the Welsh Springer Spaniel is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Boxer and for the Welsh Springer Spaniel. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Boxer and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Boxer or the Welsh Springer Spaniel.
Boxer versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Overview
Both the Boxer and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are similar in size. The Boxer and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are both medium-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Boxer belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
On the other hand, the Welsh Springer Spaniel belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
Boxer versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Boxer to the Welsh Springer Spaniel based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Boxer and the Welsh Springer Spaniel
| Factor | Boxer | Welsh Springer Spaniel |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 21 to 25 inches at the shoulder | 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 60 to 70 pounds | 35 to 55 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $1530 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1000 – $1800 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 83.9 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data | |
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 11 | 128 |
| Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) | 48 | 31 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Boxer in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Welsh Springer Spaniel. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Boxer is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Welsh Springer Spaniel is 79 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Welsh Springer Spaniel, we still believe that the Boxer is a better pet than the Welsh Springer Spaniel.
This is because Boxers are much cuter but you cannot put a score on cuteness. If you could put a score on cuteness, then the Boxer will come out on top.
Also, we are biased in favor of the Boxer :-). We are for the Boxer. So get a Boxer!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Boxer and the Welsh Springer Spaniel
Below is a list of where the Boxer and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are most different:
The Similarities Between the Boxer and the Welsh Springer Spaniel
The Boxer and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Boxer and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Boxer versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Boxer and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.
The Boxer weighs 60 to 70 pounds when fully grown. The Boxer is 21 to 25 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Welsh Springer Spaniel weighs 35 to 55 pounds when fully grown. The Welsh Springer Spaniel is 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Appearance (Colors) of the Boxer and the Welsh Springer Spaniel
Boxer Colors
The Boxer comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- White / Cream
- Brindle
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Black
- Bicolor
- Brown / Chocolate
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
The Boxer comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- Black
- White / Cream
- Brown / Chocolate
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
- Brindle
Welsh Springer Spaniel Colors
The Welsh Springer Spaniel comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Apricot / Beige
- Brown / Chocolate
The Welsh Springer Spaniel comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- White / Cream
Lifespan of Boxer versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
The lifespan of the Boxer is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of the Boxer is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of the Welsh Springer Spaniel is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Welsh Springer Spaniel is 12.5 years.
The Welsh Springer Spaniel live longer than the Boxer.
Temperament of the Welsh Springer Spaniel Versus the Boxer
The Welsh Springer Spaniel has a better temperament than the Boxer.
This is because the temperament score for the Welsh Springer Spaniel is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Boxer is 83.9 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 83.9 percent, the Boxer has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Welsh Springer Spaniel has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Boxer and the Welsh Springer Spaniel by measuring the temperaments of 472 Boxers and 6 Welsh Springer Spaniels.
The Intelligence of the Boxer versus the Intelligence of the Welsh Springer Spaniel
| Boxer | Welsh Springer Spaniel | |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligence Rank | 48 out of 130 dog breeds | 31 out of 130 dog breeds |
| Trainability | Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 Repetitions | Tend To Learn New Commands After 15 To 25 Repetitions |
Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.
According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:
Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.
This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.
To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.
Prof. Coren found that the Boxer has an obedience intelligence rank of 48 out of 130 dog breeds. The Boxer belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Boxers tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.
The Welsh Springer Spaniel has an obedience intelligence rank of 31 out of 130 dog breeds. The Welsh Springer Spaniel belongs to the `Above Average Working Dogs` category. This means that Welsh Springer Spaniels tend to learn new commands after 15 to 25 repetitions.
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is more intelligent than the Boxer.
However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.
The Popularity of Boxer versus Popularity of Welsh Springer Spaniel
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Boxer and the Welsh Springer Spaniel over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Boxer is more popular with dog owners than the Welsh Springer Spaniel. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Boxer is 11 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Welsh Springer Spaniel is 128 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Boxer
Popularity of Welsh Springer Spaniel
| Year | Boxer Popularity Rank | Welsh Springer Spaniel Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 7 | 124 |
| 2014 | 8 | 133 |
| 2015 | 10 | 128 |
| 2016 | 10 | 123 |
| 2017 | 11 | 133 |
| 2018 | 11 | 128 |
| 2019 | 14 | 130 |
| 2020 | 14 | 128 |
| 2021 | 14 | 126 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Boxer versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
Boxers do not like to be left alone.
Welsh Springer Spaniels do not like to be left alone.
Do Boxers shed more than Welsh Springer Spaniels?
Boxers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Welsh Springer Spaniels shed moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Boxer or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Boxers are very easy to groom.
Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Boxer or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Boxers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Welsh Springer Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Are Boxers good family dogs? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?
Boxers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Welsh Springer Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Boxer Easier to Train than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Boxers are very easy to train.
Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Boxer or the Welsh Springer Spaniel
Boxers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Welsh Springer Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Boxers and Welsh Springer Spaniels?
Boxers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Welsh Springer Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Boxer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Boxers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Welsh Springer Spaniels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Boxers Bark and Howl? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?
Boxers bark and howl, but not very much.
Welsh Springer Spaniels are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Boxers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
Boxers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Welsh Springer Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Boxer vs. Welsh Springer Spaniel
Boxers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Welsh Springer Spaniels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Boxers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
Boxers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Welsh Springer Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.
Is the Boxer Better for Apartment Owners than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Boxers adapt very well to apartment living.
Welsh Springer Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Boxer or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Boxers are OK for new dog owners.
Welsh Springer Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.
Boxer Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Boxer compares to other breeds aside from the Welsh Springer Spaniel. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Boxer to other breeds:
Boxer versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Boxer versus Sussex Spaniel Boxer versus Canaan Dog Boxer versus Pug Boxer versus Yorkipoo Boxer versus Hovawart Boxer versus Maltipoo Boxer versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Boxer versus Pyredoodle Boxer versus Maremma Sheepdog Boxer versus Cockapoo Boxer versus Bluetick Coonhound Boxer versus Pekingese Boxer versus Berger Picard Boxer versus Affenhuahua Boxer versus Chinook
Conclusion: Boxer versus Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Boxer and the Welsh Springer Spaniel better suits you and your family.