Is the Boykin Spaniel or the Drentsche Patrijshond better for families with children?

Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Drentsche Patrijshond are considered good with children when properly socialised and supervised.

Which sheds more, the Boykin Spaniel or the Drentsche Patrijshond?

The Boykin Spaniel and Drentsche Patrijshond shed a similar amount (medium).

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

Choose the Boykin Spaniel if you want a longer-lived breed.

Choose the Drentsche Patrijshond if you simply prefer the breed — it's very closely matched with the Boykin Spaniel on temperament, size and care.

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Is the Boykin Spaniel or the Drentsche Patrijshond better for families with children?: Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Drentsche Patrijshond are considered good with children when properly socialised and supervised.
Which sheds more, the Boykin Spaniel or the Drentsche Patrijshond?: The Boykin Spaniel and Drentsche Patrijshond shed a similar amount (medium).
Which is easier to train, the Boykin Spaniel or the Drentsche Patrijshond?: Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.