Belgian Malinois vs English Cocker Spaniel

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

Belgian Malinois vs English Cocker Spaniel
Belgian Malinois
English Cocker Spaniel
Belgian Malinois
English Cocker Spaniel
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General Details
Belgian Malinois
English Cocker Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Height
22-28 Inches
14-17 Inches
Weight
55-75 Pounds
26-35 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Belgian Malinois
English Cocker Spaniel
Origin Country
Belgium
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1891 AD
1860 AD
Temperament
Belgian Malinois
English Cocker Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Belgian Malinois
English Cocker Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Belgian Malinois
English Cocker Spaniel
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Belgian Malinois
English Cocker Spaniel
Energy Level
High to Very High
Medium
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Belgian Malinois
English Cocker Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Medium to High
Shedding
Medium
Medium to High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Belgian Malinois
English Cocker Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Belgian Malinois
English Cocker Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Belgian Malinois
English Cocker Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Belgian Malinois
English Cocker Spaniel
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Belgian Malinois
English Cocker Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Eye problems
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Belgian Malinois
English Cocker Spaniel
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Belgian Malinois
English Cocker Spaniel
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Gray
Gray
Liver
Liver
Red
Red
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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