Czechoslovakian Vlcak vs Welsh Springer Spaniel
Breed Compatibility
56% Compatible
Energy Level
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Welsh Springer Spaniel: Energetic0.8
Very Compatible
Trainability
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: May be Stubborn0.2
Welsh Springer Spaniel: Easy Training0.8
Less Compatible
Grooming Needs
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: Weekly Brushing0.4
Welsh Springer Spaniel: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Czechoslovakian Vlcak1/5
Welsh Springer Spaniel5/5
Good with Other Dogs
Czechoslovakian Vlcak1/5
Welsh Springer Spaniel4/5
Good with Strangers
Czechoslovakian Vlcak3/5
Welsh Springer Spaniel1/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint development issue
PRA: Progressive retinal deterioration
Degenerative Myelopathy: Spinal cord disease
Bloat: Gastric torsion risk
Allergies: Environmental sensitivities
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Eye Problems: Various ocular conditions
Epilepsy: Neurological seizure disorder
Glaucoma: Increased eye pressure issue
Entropion: Inward rolling of eyelids
Thyroid Issues: Hormone imbalance risks
Pros & Cons Comparison
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Pros
Highly intelligent
Excellent guard dog
Athletic and agile
Strong bond with family
Cons
High exercise needs
Challenging to train
Not for novice owners
Strong prey drive
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Pros
Excellent family companion
Good with children
Trainable
Athletic
Affectionate
Cons
Needs regular exercise
Regular grooming required
Can be reserved with strangers
Moderate shedding
Czechoslovakian Vlcak Fun Fact
One of few recognized dog breeds with recent documented wolf ancestry, created through controlled breeding.
Welsh Springer Spaniel Fun Fact
Their distinctive red and white coat pattern has remained unchanged for centuries in Welsh hunting circles.
Heritage & Purpose
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Origin:
Developed in 1955 in Czechoslovakia through systematic breeding of German Shepherds with Carpathian wolves, creating military and border patrol working dogs.
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Origin:
Developed in Wales during the 1800s as skilled hunting companions, these spaniels excelled at flushing and retrieving game in challenging Welsh terrain.
Special Considerations
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Needs extensive socialization, high-intensity exercise, and experienced handling. Regular grooming during shedding seasons and consistent training essential.
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Weekly grooming sessions needed to maintain coat. Requires consistent exercise routine. Regular eye checks and hip evaluations recommended for preventive care.
Shedding
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