Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Social
Aggressive
Cheerful

Affectionate
Active
Playful
Intelligent
Loyal
Friendly
Stubborn

United States

Wales

Boston Terrier, Labrador Retriever

english springer spaniel, cocker spaniel

Unknown

1600s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Brown
Black
White

White
Red

Boston Labs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Welsh Springer Spaniels have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Boston Lab can have a litter of 5-10 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel can have a litter of 12-15 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.

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Hip Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation

Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Glaucoma

X-Rays
Urinalysis
Full Blood Work
General Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Elbow
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Boston Labs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Welsh Springer Spaniels thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Boston Lab has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Welsh Springer Spaniel has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Boston Labs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Welsh Springer Spaniels are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Boston Lab dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

Fetch, Hide & Seek, Walking, Tug-of-war, Tug of War, Nature walk, Frisbee, Chase, Snuggles, Hike, Walk, Run, Nap, Dog Parks, Tag, Running, Shake, Swim, Dressing up

Tracking, Barn hunt, Obedience, Rally, Field work, Trick Dog, Reading to, Conformation

Boston Labs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Welsh Springer Spaniels are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Boston Lab, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Welsh Springer Spaniel, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Boston Labs usually need at least 120 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 Welsh Springer 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.

The Boston Lab is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 27-50 pound (12 - 23 kg) Boston Lab feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 40-55 pound (18 - 25 kg) Welsh Springer Spaniel feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The Boston Lab is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

The Welsh Springer Spaniel is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Boston Labs are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Welsh Springer Spaniels are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Boston Labs are highly friendly around strangers.

Welsh Springer Spaniels are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.