Cheerful
Intelligent
Social
Gentle
Courageous
Loyal
Sweet

Affectionate
Active
Playful
Intelligent
Loyal
Friendly
Stubborn

Newfoundlands shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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

Choose a Newfoundland if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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

Canada

Wales

tibetan mastiff

english springer spaniel, cocker spaniel

1700s

1600s

Working (AKC:1886)
Guardian Dog (UKC)

Sporting (AKC:1906)
Gun Dog Breeds (UKC)

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Cream
Pied
Brindle

White
Red

Newfoundlands have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Welsh Springer Spaniels have medium-length coats.

A Newfoundland can have a litter of 9-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Welsh Springer Spaniel can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Newfoundlands are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

The Newfoundland breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Cataract
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Glaucoma

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Elbow
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Newfoundlands are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Newfoundland has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Newfoundlands need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Welsh Springer Spaniels require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Newfoundlands have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Newfoundland excessively drools, consider a different breed if not appealing.

Welsh Springer Spaniel minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Newfoundland dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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.

Newfoundland dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

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.

Making friends, Dog Parks, Catch treats, Attention, Shopping, Slow walking, Sniffing, Walk, Play, Groom, Cuddle, Swim, Eat

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Newfoundland, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Welsh Springer Spaniel, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Newfoundlands 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.

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.

Newfoundlands have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 130-150 pound (59 - 68 kg) Newfoundland feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 40-55 pound (18 - 25 kg) Welsh Springer Spaniel feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Newfoundland is somewhere $4.20 - $4.80 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Newfoundland is between $126 - $143. This makes an average of $1512 - $1716 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 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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

Newfoundlands are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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.

Newfoundlands are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Newfoundlands are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

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

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

Newfoundlands have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Welsh Springer Spaniels are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.