Cocker Spaniel vs Pug

Compare the Cocker Spaniel to the Pug. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Cocker Spaniels and Pugs.

Cocker Spaniel vs Pug
Cocker Spaniel
Pug
Cocker Spaniel
Pug
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General Details
Cocker Spaniel
Pug
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
14-15 Inches
10-14 Inches
Weight
24-28 Pounds
13-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Below Average
History
Cocker Spaniel
Pug
Origin Country
Suriname
China
Origin Year
1800 AD
-206 BC
Temperament
Cocker Spaniel
Pug
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Cocker Spaniel
Pug
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Living Environment
Cocker Spaniel
Pug
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Cocker Spaniel
Pug
Energy Level
Medium
Low
Exercise Required
Low to Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
12 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low
Grooming Needs
Cocker Spaniel
Pug
Coat Maintenance
High
High
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Medium
High
Drool
None to Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cocker Spaniel
Pug
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Cocker Spaniel
Pug
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Cocker Spaniel
Pug
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cocker Spaniel
Pug
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Cocker Spaniel
Pug
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Glaucoma
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia
Primary seborrhea
Idiopathic epilepsy
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Corneal ulcer
Proptosis
Distichiasis
Dry eye
Cheyletiella dermatitis
Pug dog encephalitis
Nerve degeneration
Demodectic mange
Staph infection
Yeast infection
Hemivertebra
Vaccination sensitivity
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cocker Spaniel
Pug
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Cocker Spaniel
Pug
Breed Colors
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