English Cocker Spaniel vs Miniature Poodle

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

English Cocker Spaniel vs Miniature Poodle
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Poodle
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Poodle
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General Details
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Poodle
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
14-15 Years
Height
14-17 Inches
10-15 Inches
Weight
26-35 Pounds
12-18 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Poodle
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1860 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Poodle
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
Miniature Poodle
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Poodle
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Poodle
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Poodle
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
High
Shedding
Medium to High
None
Dander
Medium
None
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Poodle
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Poodle
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Poodle
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Poodle
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
14-15 Years
Health Concerns
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Poodle
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Addison's disease
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Poodle
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
English Cocker Spaniel
Miniature Poodle
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
Apricot
Apricot
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brown
Brown
Cafe Au Lait
Cafe Au Lait
Cream
Cream
Gray
Gray
Red
Red
Silver
Silver
White
White
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