Bedlington Terrier vs Cocker Spaniel

Compare the Bedlington Terrier to the Cocker Spaniel. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Bedlington Terriers and Cocker Spaniels.

Bedlington Terrier vs Cocker Spaniel
Bedlington Terrier
Cocker Spaniel
Bedlington Terrier
Cocker Spaniel
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General Details
Bedlington Terrier
Cocker Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
15-17 Years
12-15 Years
Height
15-17 Inches
14-15 Inches
Weight
18-23 Pounds
24-28 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Bedlington Terrier
Cocker Spaniel
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Suriname
Origin Year
1782 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Bedlington Terrier
Cocker Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Bedlington Terrier
Cocker Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Bedlington Terrier
Cocker Spaniel
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Bedlington Terrier
Cocker Spaniel
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Bedlington Terrier
Cocker Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
High
Shedding
None to Low
Medium
Dander
None to Low
Medium
Drool
Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bedlington Terrier
Cocker Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Bedlington Terrier
Cocker Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Bedlington Terrier
Cocker Spaniel
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Average
None
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Average
None
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bedlington Terrier
Cocker Spaniel
Average Lifespan
15-17 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Bedlington Terrier
Cocker Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Kidney issues
Eye problems
Thyroid disorders
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Glaucoma
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia
Primary seborrhea
Idiopathic epilepsy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bedlington Terrier
Cocker Spaniel
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Curly
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Bedlington Terrier
Cocker Spaniel
Breed Colors
Blue
Liver
Sandy
Black
Black and Tan
Black and White
Blue Roan
Brown
Brown Roan
Buff
Buff and White
Cream
Golden
Red
Red Roan
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