Bearded Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel

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

Bearded Collie vs English Cocker Spaniel
Bearded Collie
English Cocker Spaniel
Bearded Collie
English Cocker Spaniel
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General Details
Bearded Collie
English Cocker Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Height
20-22 Inches
14-17 Inches
Weight
40-60 Pounds
26-35 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Bearded Collie
English Cocker Spaniel
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1500 AD
1860 AD
Temperament
Bearded Collie
English Cocker Spaniel
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
Bearded Collie
English Cocker Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Bearded Collie
English Cocker Spaniel
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-75 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Bearded Collie
English Cocker Spaniel
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Bearded Collie
English Cocker Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium to High
Shedding
Medium
Medium to High
Dander
Low to Medium
Medium
Drool
None to Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bearded Collie
English Cocker Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Bearded Collie
English Cocker Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Bearded Collie
English Cocker Spaniel
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bearded Collie
English Cocker Spaniel
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Bearded Collie
English Cocker Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Arthritis
Eye diseases
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bearded Collie
English Cocker Spaniel
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Bearded Collie
English Cocker Spaniel
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brown
Brown
Fawn
Fawn
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
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