English Springer Spaniel vs Manchester Terrier

Sporting · Medium vs Terrier · Small

Quick take
  • English Springer Spaniel is the larger breed at 50–55 lbs (males) vs 12–22 lbs for the Manchester Terrier.
  • The Manchester Terrier typically lives longer (15–17 years).
  • The Manchester Terrier sheds less.

Side-by-side traits

TraitEnglish Springer SpanielManchester Terrier
Group
SportingTerrier
Size
MediumSmall
Origin
EnglandEngland
Height (male)
19–21"15–16"
Height (female)
18–20"15–16"
Weight (male)
50–55 lbs12–22 lbs
Weight (female)
40–50 lbs12–22 lbs
Lifespan
Average expected lifespan.
12–14 years15–17 years
Energy level
Daily activity needs.
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Trainability
How quickly the breed learns commands.
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Intelligence
Problem-solving ability.
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Exercise needs
Daily physical activity required.
High (4/5)Moderate (3/5)
Shedding
Lower = less hair around your home.
Moderate (3/5)Low (2/5)
Grooming effort
Brushing, bathing, professional grooming.
Moderate (3/5)Very Low (1/5)
Drooling
Lower = drier face and furniture.
Low (2/5)Very Low (1/5)
Barking
How vocal the breed is.
Moderate (3/5)High (4/5)
Good with kids
Very High (5/5)High (4/5)
Good with other dogs
High (4/5)Moderate (3/5)
Good with strangers
High (4/5)Moderate (3/5)
Protectiveness
Watchdog tendencies.
Low (2/5)Moderate (3/5)
Adaptability
Apartment / new environment tolerance.
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Coat length
mediumshort
Hypoallergenic
Lower-shedding, less dander.
NoNo
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About the English Springer Spaniel

The English Springer Spaniel is a friendly, playful, obedient gundog — bred to spring game from cover for the hunter's net or gun. Originally from England, this medium sporting breed typically weighs 50–55 lbs and lives 12–14 years. Breeders describe them as friendly, playful, obedient.

About the Manchester Terrier

The Manchester Terrier is a keen, devoted, observant English ratter — sleek black-and-tan terrier, gentleman's rat-pit champion. Originally from England, this small terrier breed typically weighs 12–22 lbs and lives 15–17 years. Breeders describe them as keen, devoted, observant.

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English Springer Spaniel health

Common health concerns reported in this breed:

  • Hip dysplasia
  • Eye conditions
  • Ear infections
  • Phosphofructokinase deficiency

Manchester Terrier health

Common health concerns reported in this breed:

  • Von Willebrand's disease
  • Heart problems
  • Eye disorders