Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel

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

Border Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel
Border Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Border Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
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General Details
Border Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
10-16 Inches
14-17 Inches
Weight
11-16 Pounds
26-35 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Border Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Origin Country
Unspecified
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1700 AD
1860 AD
Temperament
Border Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Border Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Border Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Border Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Border Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium to High
Shedding
Low
Medium to High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Border Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Border Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Border Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Border Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Border Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Heart murmurs
Hypothyroidism
Pulmonic stenosis
Malocclusions
Seizures
Cryptorchidism
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Border Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Scruffy
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Border Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue Grizzle
Blue Grizzle
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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