English Cocker Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

Compare the English Cocker Spaniel to the Miniature Australian Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between English Cocker Spaniels and Miniature Australian Shepherds.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
13-15 Years
Height
14-17 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
26-35 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United States
Origin Year
1860 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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
Average
Personality
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
Medium to High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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