English Cocker Spaniel vs English Setter

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

English Cocker Spaniel vs English Setter
English Cocker Spaniel
English Setter
English Cocker Spaniel
English Setter
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General Details
English Cocker Spaniel
English Setter
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
14-17 Inches
23-27 Inches
Weight
26-35 Pounds
45-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
English Cocker Spaniel
English Setter
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1860 AD
1825 AD
Temperament
English Cocker Spaniel
English Setter
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
English Cocker Spaniel
English Setter
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Cocker Spaniel
English Setter
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
English Setter
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
21 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
English Setter
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
Medium to High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Cocker Spaniel
English Setter
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
English Cocker Spaniel
English Setter
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
English Cocker Spaniel
English Setter
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Cocker Spaniel
English Setter
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
English Cocker Spaniel
English Setter
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Heart problems
Eye diseases
Hemophilia A
Lysosomal storage diseases
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Cocker Spaniel
English Setter
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Silky
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
English Cocker Spaniel
English Setter
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blue Roan
Blue Roan
Golden
Golden
Liver
Liver
Orange and White
Orange and White
Orange Roan
Orange Roan
Red
Red
Sable
Sable
Blue belton
Blue belton
Blue belton and tan
Blue belton and tan
Lemon belton
Lemon belton
Liver belton
Liver belton
Orange belton
Orange belton
White
White
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