Cocker Spaniel vs Shiba Inu

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

Cocker Spaniel vs Shiba Inu
Cocker Spaniel
Shiba Inu
Cocker Spaniel
Shiba Inu
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General Details
Cocker Spaniel
Shiba Inu
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-16 Years
Height
14-15 Inches
13-17 Inches
Weight
24-28 Pounds
15-23 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Cocker Spaniel
Shiba Inu
Origin Country
Suriname
Japan
Origin Year
1800 AD
-300 BC
Temperament
Cocker Spaniel
Shiba Inu
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Cocker Spaniel
Shiba Inu
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Cocker Spaniel
Shiba Inu
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Cocker Spaniel
Shiba Inu
Energy Level
Medium
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Low to Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low
Grooming Needs
Cocker Spaniel
Shiba Inu
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None to Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cocker Spaniel
Shiba Inu
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Cocker Spaniel
Shiba Inu
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Cocker Spaniel
Shiba Inu
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
None
None
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cocker Spaniel
Shiba Inu
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-16 Years
Health Concerns
Cocker Spaniel
Shiba Inu
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Glaucoma
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia
Primary seborrhea
Idiopathic epilepsy
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Glaucoma
Spinning
Chylothorax
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cocker Spaniel
Shiba Inu
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Cocker Spaniel
Shiba Inu
Breed Colors
Black
Black and Tan
Black and White
Blue Roan
Brown
Brown Roan
Buff
Buff and White
Cream
Golden
Red
Red Roan
Black and Tan
Cream
Red
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