Cocker Spaniel vs King Charles Spaniel

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

Cocker Spaniel vs King Charles Spaniel
Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
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General Details
Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Height
14-15 Inches
10-11 Inches
Weight
24-28 Pounds
8-14 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Origin Country
Suriname
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1800 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
55-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Energy Level
Medium
Low
Exercise Required
Low to Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
14 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low
Grooming Needs
Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None to Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Glaucoma
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia
Primary seborrhea
Idiopathic epilepsy
Mitral valve disease
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Patent ductus arteriosus
Open fontanel
Umbilical hernias
Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Cleft palate
Retinal dysplasia
Seborrheic dermatitis
Fused toes
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Wavy
Silky
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blue Roan
Blue Roan
Brown
Brown
Brown Roan
Brown Roan
Buff
Buff
Buff and White
Buff and White
Cream
Cream
Golden
Golden
Red
Red
Red Roan
Red Roan
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