I know that, when it comes to dog breeds, the first thing people want to see is pictures. So let’s start with a few pictures of English Toy Spaniel:
Note: If you a step-by-step guide on how to choose the best dog for you, click on the image above.
Traits and characteristics.
I would like to start with characteristics that are more important for a pet. They are:
- Child-friendly or not.
- Affectionate.
- Intelligence.
- Energy and the will to play.
Child-friendly (or not)
"1/10"
This dog breed is not recommended for kids.
Affectionate (or not)
"10/10"
They are definitely affectionate with their family members. Such a lovely dog!
Intelligence
"6/10"
This breed is about as intelligent as you would expect a dog to be.
Energy and the will to play
"6/10"
This breed has an average amount of energy. They will play and take naps from time to time.
Grooming (Is it easy?)
"8/10"
Definitely easy.
Do you live in a apartment?
These are traits that are usually more important for people living in small spaces:
- Adaptability to apartments.
- Amount Of Shedding.
- Drooling Potential.
- Exercise Needs.
- Tendency to bark.
Apartment Living
Are they suitable for apartment living?
"8/10"
They will generally live confortably in an apartment.
Amount Of Shedding
"10/10"
Expect lots of shedding from this dog breed.
Note: Lower score is better as it means less shedding.
Drooling Potential
"3/10"
You may see some occasional drools from your dog from time to time.
Note: Lower score is better as it means less drooling.
Exercise Needs
"3/10"
This breed will require some exercise but not too much.
Tendency to bark
"6/10"
They are know to bark when there is a reason for it. That should not be a problem if you train him not to.
Note: Lower score is better as it means less barking.
Can he be left alone?
"1/10"
This dog doesn’t like to be left alone and is likely going to suffer from separation anxiety.
Other Characteristics
These are traits that may or may not be important to you:
- Dog Friendly.
- Friendly Toward Strangers.
- Easy To Train.
- Potential For Playfulness.
Dog Friendly
"8/10"
They usually like to stay among other dogs.
Friendly Toward Strangers
"8/10"
They will generally welcome strangers.
Easy To Train
"6/10"
In time, this dog breed will complete his training.
Potential For Playfulness
"8/10"
This breed does like to play a lot.
References
You can check the references I used:
https://www.pets.gelsonluz.com/p/references.html
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