English Cocker Spaniel vs English Foxhound

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

English Cocker Spaniel vs English Foxhound
English Cocker Spaniel
English Foxhound
English Cocker Spaniel
English Foxhound
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General Details
English Cocker Spaniel
English Foxhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-13 Years
Height
14-17 Inches
21-25 Inches
Weight
26-35 Pounds
55-75 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
English Cocker Spaniel
English Foxhound
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1860 AD
1580 AD
Temperament
English Cocker Spaniel
English Foxhound
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
English Cocker Spaniel
English Foxhound
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Stubborn
Living Environment
English Cocker Spaniel
English Foxhound
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
40-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
English Foxhound
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
English Foxhound
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low
Shedding
Medium to High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Cocker Spaniel
English Foxhound
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
English Cocker Spaniel
English Foxhound
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
English Cocker Spaniel
English Foxhound
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Cocker Spaniel
English Foxhound
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-13 Years
Health Concerns
English Cocker Spaniel
English Foxhound
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Renal disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Cocker Spaniel
English Foxhound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
English Cocker Spaniel
English Foxhound
Breed Colors
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
Black, White, and Tan
Black, White, and Tan
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