English Toy Spaniel has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Sealyham Terrier has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Unfortunately, the English Toy Spaniel is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Sealyham Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Affectionate
Happy
Playful
Gentle
Loving
Reserved

Alert
Outright
Tempered
Friendly
Calm
Fearless
Intelligent

English Toy Spaniels are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Sealyham Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

English Toy Spaniels make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Sealyham Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

England

Wales

spaniel

corgi, west highland white, wirehaired fox, and bull terriers

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers

1600s

1800s

Toy (AKC:1886)

Terrier (AKC:1911 & UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Pied

White
Pied
Cream
Brown
Blue

English Toy Spaniels have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Sealyham Terriers have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

An English Toy Spaniel can have a litter of 10-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Sealyham Terrier can have a litter of 14-16 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Entropion
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia

Retinal Dysplasia
Lens Luxation

Blood Test
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests

Eye
Hearing
Eye Examination

English Toy Spaniels have low energy levels, ideal for a relaxed lifestyle.

Sealyham Terriers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

English Toy Spaniel has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Sealyham Terrier has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

English Toy Spaniels require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Sealyham Terriers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

English Toy Spaniels require significant sleep and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with daytime naps.

Sealyham Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

English Toy Spaniel minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Sealyham Terrier is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

The English Toy Spaniel is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Sealyham Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

While English Toy Spaniel dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Sealyham Terrier dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

In general most English Toy Spaniels usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Sealyham Terriers usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Ideally, English Toy Spaniel should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Sealyham Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

The average cost of an English Toy Spaniel is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Sealyham Terrier is somewhere $1.20 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an English Toy Spaniel is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Sealyham Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

English Toy Spaniels are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Sealyham Terrier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

English Toy Spaniels have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

English Toy Spaniels have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Sealyham Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

English Toy Spaniels are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Sealyham Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.