Rosaline Posted December 26, 2011 Share Posted December 26, 2011 I had done all my research and decided that a Welsh Springer Spaniel was the dog for us, so came to this forum to do some more research, and now a Brittany is in the running! How do I decide?! We have a big yard, but dog will be part of the family, so fine to come inside. I work from home, and am planning on taking the dog with me whenever possible (so school run, dog friendly cafe down the road etc) so socialisation isn't a problem. We also have the time to devote to training, brushing and exercise. Main priority is to be great with kids. Both seem to fit this profile, is there anything I'm missing? And pros and cons anyone can offer? Also in these two breeds, is there much difference in temperament between male and female? Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RallyValley Posted December 26, 2011 Share Posted December 26, 2011 I think your only answer will be to go and meet both breeds and make your own judgement. ;) Lots of info in the Brittany thread too. Of all the Britt's I have met I have only found the usual male/female differences - boys can be a bit sookier, girls are wily, boys are bigger and boofier and the girls more petite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zug Zug Posted December 26, 2011 Share Posted December 26, 2011 Love Welshies! I suspect both breeds would fit the bill. I agree - meet both breeds then let your heart decide. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosaline Posted December 26, 2011 Author Share Posted December 26, 2011 I think your only answer will be to go and meet both breeds and make your own judgement. ;) Lots of info in the Brittany thread too. Of all the Britt's I have met I have only found the usual male/female differences - boys can be a bit sookier, girls are wily, boys are bigger and boofier and the girls more petite. We are going to meet a Brittany breeder, but the Welshie would have to come from interstate. (I have met and loved a couple of Welshies, but haven't met a Brittany before, which is why I'm currently swaying toward the Welshie!). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dogsfevr Posted December 26, 2011 Share Posted December 26, 2011 From what i have seen at shows & from people who have the breeds . Welshies are more softer & gentlier Brittanies more active & wanting to work I love the Welshies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ons Posted December 26, 2011 Share Posted December 26, 2011 I was told that welshies bark at everything that moves, don't know if that is true or not Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Staff'n'Toller Posted December 26, 2011 Share Posted December 26, 2011 We have a client with two gorgeous Welshes at work, they are very quiet. They are the only Welsh SS I have had a lot of contact with though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helen Posted December 26, 2011 Share Posted December 26, 2011 I will add what I said here in the Brittany thread in case anyone else is interested: Hi. I looked at Welshies very carefully before choosing Brittanys, I know a few Welshie breeders. Welshies have more coat They are shorter in. leg and heavier in body I would say they are not much different as far as exercise requirements go The biggest decider for me was temperament, and in my opinion Brittanys were the big winners. Brittanys were more outgoing and much less timid/shy (sorry Welshie people). When I looked at Brittanys the personalities of the dogs I met were so much better.I got what I wanted, a breed of dog that is super intelligent, and is so very affectionate with people, not only do they love their owners but everyone else as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helen Posted December 26, 2011 Share Posted December 26, 2011 (edited) By the way did I did forget to mention Brittanys make great cafe visiting dogs :D We go for a walk with friends and our dogs and stop at the cafes 1/2 way, this one is of Bella while we were out socalising a friend's puppy. Chazer is fantastic, he just lies down on his side and chills. The dogs we go with sometimes bark at things going past, my dogs just wonder what the fuss is lOL Edited December 26, 2011 by helen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosaline Posted December 27, 2011 Author Share Posted December 27, 2011 By the way did I did forget to mention Brittanys make great cafe visiting dogs :D We go for a walk with friends and our dogs and stop at the cafes 1/2 way, this one is of Bella while we were out socalising a friend's puppy. Chazer is fantastic, he just lies down on his side and chills. The dogs we go with sometimes bark at things going past, my dogs just wonder what the fuss is lOL Awwwww! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tassie Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 Of the ones I've seen (including Helen's kids :D ) I would agree - the Brittanies have been more outgoing, more interested in people in general - perhaps a little more wacky - but in a nice way . I've only seen a limited sample of Welshies - lovely dogs, well trained - and fabulous tracking dogs - but that's even when they're not meant to be trackng Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weibritty Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 Rosaline - I, like Helen, also looked at Welshies when looking for another dog years ago. As much as the Welshie really appealed to me, I decided against getting one and going with the Brittany. A decision I have not regretted. They are a great family dog. I preferred the Brittany size (mid), loved the shorter ears and coat and felt temperament-wise the Brittany was more biddable and outgoing over the Welshie. That's just my impression at the time from what I saw at shows etc. and what suited my needs in a dog. I love how Britts are very affectionate and adore people and are excellent with children. My girl has never been jumpy on people and is a very quiet dog. They are easy to train, but can be stubborn at times. Of the Welshies I've met, they seem like a lovely dog, have met a few that do tracking and agility and they are on my "would love to own one" list. In the end I think it just comes down to what breed ticks all the boxes to suit your familys needs. Best of luck in whichever breed you eventually choose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Heidi* Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 (edited) I am biased obviously, but if you have any specific questions about welshies i am more than happy to help where i can, feel free to pm me if i dont answer as i may not be on DOL to much over the next week, but will be checking my emails, as for kids, we have 3 here (soon to be 4 ) and Teegan is great with them, one is autistc, and Teegan has never been worried about any of his weird noises or things he does, but she has grown up with it, so i think it depends on how you socialize your dog when younger, there are definately welshies i know that are very shy of strangers for a while, but Teegan was out and about when a puppy and does not really have that issue, they will also (or teegan does) follow you everywhere in the house, so if you like to go to the loo or shower in peace dont pick a welshie ;) Edited December 27, 2011 by *Heidi* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Heidi* Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 I was told that welshies bark at everything that moves, don't know if that is true or not not ours, unless she sees a bird in the yard she does not bark LOL but i think she is a lazy bones, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RubyBlue Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 Not a huge factor for many but if you are really having trouble deciding then having the breeder be in the same state as you can be a benefit. For me it meant that I could visit her dogs and then my puppy several times before actually picking him up. Or as both breeds meet your criteria and go and visit a lot of breeders from both breeds and then pick the breeder and their dogs that you like best and go with a puppy from them. Good luck. Cant wait to hear what you decide on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Heidi* Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 What state are you in? I know it says QLD but that is the default state for DOL and sometimes it is not correct, there is a good WSS breeder in QLD you could talk to, even though they dont have puppies atm you might be able to go visit the dogs etc and ask questions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosaline Posted December 27, 2011 Author Share Posted December 27, 2011 Not a huge factor for many but if you are really having trouble deciding then having the breeder be in the same state as you can be a benefit. For me it meant that I could visit her dogs and then my puppy several times before actually picking him up. This is a plus, absolutely. I think I just have to go and meet the Brittany puppies and see the adult dogs and see if I fall in love with them as much as I have the Welshies. I did suggest one of each They are both such lovely dogs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helen Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 (edited) Of the ones I've seen (including Helen's kids :D ) I would agree - the Brittanies have been more outgoing, more interested in people in general - perhaps a little more wacky - but in a nice way . I've only seen a limited sample of Welshies - lovely dogs, well trained - and fabulous tracking dogs - but that's even when they're not meant to be trackng I am glad they are wacky in a nice way Instead I would say they are in love with life Edited December 27, 2011 by helen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B&B Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 (edited) Hello Rosaline, We have had Welshies for a number of years, breed and show. We live in Greenbank, Qld. If you want to talk to us or see our dogs please email us: [email protected] Regards, Bev & Bruce quote name='Rosaline' timestamp='1324895138' post='5647941'] I had done all my research and decided that a Welsh Springer Spaniel was the dog for us, so came to this forum to do some more research, and now a Brittany is in the running! How do I decide?! We have a big yard, but dog will be part of the family, so fine to come inside. I work from home, and am planning on taking the dog with me whenever possible (so school run, dog friendly cafe down the road etc) so socialisation isn't a problem. We also have the time to devote to training, brushing and exercise. Main priority is to be great with kids. Both seem to fit this profile, is there anything I'm missing? And pros and cons anyone can offer? Also in these two breeds, is there much difference in temperament between male and female? Thank you Edited December 27, 2011 by B&B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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