English Springer Spaniel

Sporting · Medium

Poodle

Non-Sporting · Medium

English Springer Spaniel vs Poodle

Side-by-side comparison of the English Springer Spaniel and Poodle — size, temperament, shedding, trainability, cost, and compatibility ratings.

Quick comparison

Best for families

English Springer Spaniel

Based on good-with-kids rating

Easier to train

English Springer Spaniel

Based on trainability rating

Less shedding

Poodle

Based on shedding level

Better for apartments

Poodle

Based on apartment-friendly rating

Lower maintenance

English Springer Spaniel

Based on grooming needs

Longer lifespan

Poodle

Based on average lifespan

Detailed comparison

Physical traits

Trait	English Springer Spaniel	Poodle
Size	Medium	Medium
Height	19–20″	10–22″
Weight	40–50 lbs	6–70 lbs
Lifespan	12–14 yrs	10–18 yrs
Group	Sporting	Non-Sporting
Coat type	Double coat, medium length, feathered	Dense, curly, single coat, non-shedding

Temperament & behavior

Trait	English Springer Spaniel	Poodle
Energy level	High	High
Trainability	Very High	Very High
Barking level	Moderate	Moderate

Compatibility

Trait	English Springer Spaniel	Poodle
Good with kids	Very High	High
Good with dogs	High	High
Good with cats	Moderate	High
Apartment friendly	Low	High

Care requirements

Trait	English Springer Spaniel	Poodle
Shedding	Moderate	Very Low
Grooming needs	Moderate	Very High
Daily exercise	60–90 min	40–90 min
Daily food	1.5–2.5 cups	0.5–3 cups
Annual cost	$1 300–$2 100	$1 200–$2 800

Temperament