English Cocker Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog

Compare the English Cocker Spaniel to the Spanish Water Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between English Cocker Spaniels and Spanish Water Dogs.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Spanish Water Dog
English Cocker Spaniel
Spanish Water Dog
English Cocker Spaniel
Spanish Water Dog
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General Details
English Cocker Spaniel
Spanish Water Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-14 Years
Height
14-17 Inches
16-20 Inches
Weight
26-35 Pounds
30-50 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
English Cocker Spaniel
Spanish Water Dog
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Spain
Origin Year
1860 AD
1100 AD
Temperament
English Cocker Spaniel
Spanish Water Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
English Cocker Spaniel
Spanish Water Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Aggressive
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Cocker Spaniel
Spanish Water Dog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Spanish Water Dog
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
High
Grooming Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Spanish Water Dog
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low
Shedding
Medium to High
None
Dander
Medium
None to Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Cocker Spaniel
Spanish Water Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
English Cocker Spaniel
Spanish Water Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
English Cocker Spaniel
Spanish Water Dog
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Cocker Spaniel
Spanish Water Dog
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
English Cocker Spaniel
Spanish Water Dog
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Addison's disease
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Distichiasis
Cherry eye
Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency
Neuroaxonal dystrophy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Cocker Spaniel
Spanish Water Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Curly
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
English Cocker Spaniel
Spanish Water Dog
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
Beige
Beige
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Brown
Brown
Brown and White
Brown and White
White
White
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