Last Updated: Mar 21, 2022
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- Chihuahua Versus English Toy Spaniel: Introduction
- Chihuahua versus English Toy Spaniel: Overview
- Chihuahua versus English Toy Spaniel: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chihuahua and the English Toy Spaniel
- The Similarities Between the Chihuahua and the English Toy Spaniel
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chihuahua versus English Toy Spaniel
- Lifespan of Chihuahua versus English Toy Spaniel
- Price of Chihuahua versus Price of English Toy Spaniel
- The Popularity of Chihuahua versus Popularity of English Toy Spaniel
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chihuahua versus English Toy Spaniel
- Do Chihuahuas shed more than English Toy Spaniels?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chihuahua or the English Toy Spaniel?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chihuahua or the English Toy Spaniel?
- Are Chihuahuas good family dogs? What about English Toy Spaniels?
- Is the Chihuahua Easier to Train than the English Toy Spaniel?
- Which one drools more, the Chihuahua or the English Toy Spaniel
- How Kid-friendly are Chihuahuas and English Toy Spaniels?
- Does the Chihuahua Have a Higher Prey Drive than the English Toy Spaniel?
- Do Chihuahuas Bark and Howl? What about English Toy Spaniels?
- Can Chihuahuas Tolerate Cold Weather? And can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chihuahua vs. English Toy Spaniel
- Can Chihuahuas Tolerate Hot Weather? Can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Conclusion: Chihuahua versus English Toy Spaniel. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chihuahua Versus English Toy Spaniel: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chihuahua and the English Toy Spaniel? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Chihuahua and the English Toy Spaniel better suits you.We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Chihuahua and the English Toy Spaniel.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chihuahua and the English Toy Spaniel is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Chihuahua and for the English Toy Spaniel. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Chihuahua and the English Toy Spaniel.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Chihuahua or the English Toy Spaniel.
Read on.
Chihuahua versus English Toy Spaniel: Overview
A very important difference between the Chihuahua and the English Toy Spaniel is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chihuahua is a tiny-sized dog while the English Toy Spaniel is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Chihuahua and the English Toy Spaniel are Companion Dogs. This means both the Chihuahua and the English Toy Spaniel were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
Chihuahua versus English Toy Spaniel: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chihuahua to the English Toy Spaniel based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Chihuahua and the English Toy Spaniel
| Factor | Chihuahua | English Toy Spaniel |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 18 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 3 to 6 pounds | 8 to 14 pounds |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 6 inches to 9 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Average Lifespan | 14.0 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $1820 | $2980 |
| Price Range | $850 – $2500 | $2550 – $3500 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | ||
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 30 | 135 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chihuahua in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the English Toy Spaniel. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Chihuahua is 84 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the English Toy Spaniel is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chihuahua is a better pet than the English Toy Spaniel. So, you should get a Chihuahua!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chihuahua and the English Toy Spaniel
Below is a list of where the Chihuahua and the English Toy Spaniel are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chihuahua and the English Toy Spaniel
The Chihuahua and the English Toy Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chihuahua and the English Toy Spaniel are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chihuahua versus English Toy Spaniel
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chihuahua and the English Toy Spaniel.
Chihuahuas weigh 3 to 6 pounds when fully grown. Chihuahuas are 6 inches to 9 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, English Toy Spaniels weigh 8 to 14 pounds when fully grown. English Toy Spaniels are 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chihuahua versus English Toy Spaniel
The lifespan of Chihuahuas is between 10 to 18 years. The average lifespan of Chihuahuas is 14.0 years.
The lifespan of English Toy Spaniels is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of English Toy Spaniels is 11.0 years.
Chihuahuas live longer than English Toy Spaniels.
Go to this article to learn more about Chihuahua lifespan and how long Chihuahua live.
Price of Chihuahua versus Price of English Toy Spaniel
The average price of the Chihuahua puppy is $1820. The price of the Chihuahua typically ranges from $850 – $2500. However, the price of a Chihuahua can be as low as $100 and as high as $15500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1980 Chihuahua puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the English Toy Spaniel puppy is $2980. The price of the English Toy Spaniel typically ranges from $2550 – $3500. However, the price of the English Toy Spaniel can be as low as $2000 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 9 English Toy Spaniel puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The English Toy Spaniel is more expensive than the Chihuahua.
`| Chihuahua | English Toy Spaniel | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1820 | $2980 |
| Price Range | $850 to $2500 | $2550 to $3500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chihuahua and English Toy Spaniel. For different price points, the charts show how many Chihuahua puppies or how many English Toy Spaniel puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Chihuahuas. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of English Toy Spaniels
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chihuahua puppy or the English Toy Spaniel puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Go to this article to learn more about Chihuahua cost and price.
Check out our list of best Chihuahua breeders here
The Popularity of Chihuahua versus Popularity of English Toy Spaniel
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Chihuahua and the English Toy Spaniel over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Chihuahua is more popular with dog owners than the English Toy Spaniel. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Chihuahua is 30 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the English Toy Spaniel is 135 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Chihuahua
Popularity of English Toy Spaniel
| Year | Chihuahua Popularity Rank | English Toy Spaniel Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 22 | 135 |
| 2014 | 24 | 138 |
| 2015 | 28 | 129 |
| 2016 | 30 | 130 |
| 2017 | 32 | 134 |
| 2018 | 33 | 135 |
| 2019 | 35 | 139 |
| 2020 | 34 | 138 |
| 2021 | 37 | 137 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Chihuahua versus English Toy Spaniel
Chihuahuas do not like to be left alone.
English Toy Spaniels do not like to be left alone.
Do Chihuahuas shed more than English Toy Spaniels?
Chihuahuas do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Check out our articles to learn more on how to minimize shedding in Chihuahuas, and on how to groom a Chihuahua
English Toy Spaniels shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chihuahua or the English Toy Spaniel?
Chihuahuas are very easy to groom.
To learn more about how to properly groom a Chihuahua, check out our article on how to groom a Chihuahua.
Learn more on how to take care of a Chihuahua here.
English Toy Spaniels are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chihuahua or the English Toy Spaniel?
Chihuahuas do not get along well with other dogs.
English Toy Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Are Chihuahuas good family dogs? What about English Toy Spaniels?
Chihuahuas are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Chihuahua make a good addition to a family. They love kids and kids love them.
Learn about Chihuahua temperament here.
English Toy Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Chihuahua Easier to Train than the English Toy Spaniel?
Chihuahuas are very easy to train.
English Toy Spaniels are fairly easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Chihuahua or the English Toy Spaniel
Chihuahuas do have a very low tendency to drool.
English Toy Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Chihuahuas and English Toy Spaniels?
Chihuahuas get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
English Toy Spaniels do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Does the Chihuahua Have a Higher Prey Drive than the English Toy Spaniel?
Chihuahuas have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
English Toy Spaniels have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Chihuahuas Bark and Howl? What about English Toy Spaniels?
Chihuahuas bark and howl, but not very much.
English Toy Spaniels bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Chihuahuas Tolerate Cold Weather? And can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chihuahuas cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
English Toy Spaniels cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Chihuahua vs. English Toy Spaniel
Chihuahuas do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
English Toy Spaniels do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Chihuahuas Tolerate Hot Weather? Can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chihuahuas cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
English Toy Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Is the Chihuahua Better for Apartment Owners than the English Toy Spaniel?
Chihuahuas adapt very well to apartment living.
English Toy Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chihuahua or the English Toy Spaniel?
Chihuahuas are very good for new dog owners.
English Toy Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.
Conclusion: Chihuahua versus English Toy Spaniel. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Chihuahua and the English Toy Spaniel better suits you and your family.