English Cocker Spaniel vs Golden Retriever

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

English Cocker Spaniel vs Golden Retriever
English Cocker Spaniel
Golden Retriever
English Cocker Spaniel
Golden Retriever
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General Details
English Cocker Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
14-17 Inches
21-24 Inches
Weight
26-35 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
English Cocker Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1860 AD
1865 AD
Temperament
English Cocker Spaniel
Golden Retriever
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
Golden Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Cocker Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
High
Grooming Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium to High
Shedding
Medium to High
Medium to High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Cocker Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
English Cocker Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
English Cocker Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Above 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
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Cocker Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
English Cocker Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Subaortic Stenosis
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Cocker Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
English Cocker Spaniel
Golden Retriever
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
Dark Golden
Dark Golden
Gold
Gold
Light Golden
Light Golden
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