Is the English Springer Spaniel or the Small Munsterlander better for families with children?

Both the English Springer Spaniel and the Small Munsterlander are considered good with children when properly socialized and supervised.

Which sheds more, the English Springer Spaniel or the Small Munsterlander?

The English Springer Spaniel and Small Munsterlander shed a similar amount (medium).

Which is easier to train, the English Springer Spaniel or the Small Munsterlander?

Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.

Is English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander bigger?

English Springer Spaniel and Small Munsterlander are a similar size (Medium).

Which barks more, English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander?

Both bark a similar amount (medium).

Which is better for apartment living, English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander?

For apartment or apartment living, English Springer Spaniel and Small Munsterlander are an even match — either can work well.

English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander: Compared

English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander: full comparison

Trait	English Springer Spaniel	Small Munsterlander
Size	Medium	Medium
Energy level	Very High	Very High
Trainability	Very High	Very High
Friendliness	Very High	Very High
Good with children	Very High	Very High
Grooming needs	Medium	Medium
Shedding	Medium	Medium
Barking	Medium	Medium
Protectiveness	Low	Low
Adaptability	High	High
Typical lifespan	13 years	13 years
Hypoallergenic	No	No

Size and living space

The English Springer Spaniel is a mid-sized breed that settles into most homes, although a yard makes life easier. By comparison, the Small Munsterlander is a mid-sized breed that settles into most homes, although a yard makes life easier. Because they are a similar size, neither has a clear space advantage — both will suit the same kind of home.

Exercise and energy needs

The English Springer Spaniel is a true athlete that needs intense daily exercise and a job to do, or it will get restless. The Small Munsterlander is a true athlete that needs intense daily exercise and a job to do, or it will get restless. Their exercise needs are broadly the same, so this is unlikely to be a deciding factor.

Grooming and shedding

The English Springer Spaniel needs consistent brushing to keep the coat healthy and sheds moderately, with heavier blowouts as the seasons turn. The Small Munsterlander needs consistent brushing to keep the coat healthy and sheds moderately, with heavier blowouts as the seasons turn. Grooming upkeep is similar for both.

Temperament, training and family life

The English Springer Spaniel is exceptionally bright and absorbs new commands at speed, barks a fair amount, usually for a reason and is renowned for its patience and gentleness with children. The Small Munsterlander is exceptionally bright and absorbs new commands at speed, barks a fair amount, usually for a reason and is renowned for its patience and gentleness with children. On guarding instinct, English Springer Spaniel is not a natural guard and greets visitors warmly, whereas Small Munsterlander is not a natural guard and greets visitors warmly.

Which is better for…

For apartment or apartment living, English Springer Spaniel and Small Munsterlander are an even match — either can work well.
For families with young children, English Springer Spaniel and Small Munsterlander are an even match — either can work well.
For first-time dog owners, English Springer Spaniel and Small Munsterlander are an even match — either can work well.
For being left alone during the workday, English Springer Spaniel and Small Munsterlander are an even match — either can work well.
For allergy sufferers, English Springer Spaniel and Small Munsterlander are an even match — either can work well.

Which should you choose?

Choose the English Springer Spaniel if you simply prefer the breed — it's very closely matched with the Small Munsterlander on temperament, size and care.

Choose the Small Munsterlander if you simply prefer the breed — it's very closely matched with the English Springer Spaniel on temperament, size and care.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the English Springer Spaniel or the Small Munsterlander better for families with children?: Both the English Springer Spaniel and the Small Munsterlander are considered good with children when properly socialized and supervised.
Which sheds more, the English Springer Spaniel or the Small Munsterlander?: The English Springer Spaniel and Small Munsterlander shed a similar amount (medium).
Which is easier to train, the English Springer Spaniel or the Small Munsterlander?: Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.
Is English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander bigger?: English Springer Spaniel and Small Munsterlander are a similar size (Medium).
Which barks more, English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander?: Both bark a similar amount (medium).
Which is better for apartment living, English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander?: For apartment or apartment living, English Springer Spaniel and Small Munsterlander are an even match — either can work well.

English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander