English Springer Spaniel vs Puggle

Sporting · Medium vs Miscellaneous · Small

Quick take
  • English Springer Spaniel is the larger breed at 50–55 lbs (males) vs 18–30 lbs for the Puggle.
  • The English Springer Spaniel typically lives longer (12–14 years).
  • The English Springer Spaniel sheds less.
  • The English Springer Spaniel is generally more trainable.

Side-by-side traits

TraitEnglish Springer SpanielPuggle
Group
SportingMiscellaneous
Size
MediumSmall
Origin
EnglandUSA
Height (male)
19–21"13–15"
Height (female)
18–20"13–15"
Weight (male)
50–55 lbs18–30 lbs
Weight (female)
40–50 lbs18–30 lbs
Lifespan
Average expected lifespan.
12–14 years10–15 years
Energy level
Daily activity needs.
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Trainability
How quickly the breed learns commands.
High (4/5)Moderate (3/5)
Intelligence
Problem-solving ability.
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Exercise needs
Daily physical activity required.
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Shedding
Lower = less hair around your home.
Moderate (3/5)High (4/5)
Grooming effort
Brushing, bathing, professional grooming.
Moderate (3/5)Low (2/5)
Drooling
Lower = drier face and furniture.
Low (2/5)Low (2/5)
Barking
How vocal the breed is.
Moderate (3/5)Moderate (3/5)
Good with kids
Very High (5/5)Very High (5/5)
Good with other dogs
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Good with strangers
High (4/5)Very High (5/5)
Protectiveness
Watchdog tendencies.
Low (2/5)Low (2/5)
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 Puggle

The Puggle is a friendly, sociable, playful Pug × Beagle hybrid — pug face, beagle personality, perfect city dog. Originally from USA, this small miscellaneous breed typically weighs 18–30 lbs and lives 10–15 years. Breeders describe them as friendly, sociable, playful.

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English Springer Spaniel health

Common health concerns reported in this breed:

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

Puggle health

Common health concerns reported in this breed:

  • Hip dysplasia
  • Patellar luxation
  • Brachycephalic syndrome
  • Eye disorders