Boykin Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel

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

Boykin Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel
Boykin Spaniel
English Cocker Spaniel
Boykin Spaniel
English Cocker Spaniel
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General Details
Boykin Spaniel
English Cocker Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
14-18 Inches
14-17 Inches
Weight
25-40 Pounds
26-35 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Boykin Spaniel
English Cocker Spaniel
Origin Country
United States
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1900 AD
1860 AD
Temperament
Boykin Spaniel
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
Average
Above Average
Personality
Boykin Spaniel
English Cocker Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Boykin Spaniel
English Cocker Spaniel
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-85 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Boykin Spaniel
English Cocker Spaniel
Energy Level
Medium to High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Boykin Spaniel
English Cocker Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium to High
Shedding
Medium
Medium to High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Boykin Spaniel
English Cocker Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Boykin Spaniel
English Cocker Spaniel
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Boykin Spaniel
English Cocker Spaniel
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Boykin Spaniel
English Cocker Spaniel
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Boykin Spaniel
English Cocker Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Cushing's syndrome
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Heart problems
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Boykin Spaniel
English Cocker Spaniel
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Wavy
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Boykin Spaniel
English Cocker Spaniel
Breed Colors
Liver
Black
Black and Tan
Black and White
Blue Roan
Golden
Liver
Orange and White
Orange Roan
Red
Sable
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