English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shepherd

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

English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shepherd
English Cocker Spaniel
German Shepherd
English Cocker Spaniel
German Shepherd
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General Details
English Cocker Spaniel
German Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-14 Years
Height
14-17 Inches
22-26 Inches
Weight
26-35 Pounds
75-95 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
English Cocker Spaniel
German Shepherd
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Germany
Origin Year
1860 AD
1899 AD
Temperament
English Cocker Spaniel
German Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
English Cocker Spaniel
German Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Cocker Spaniel
German Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
40-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
German Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
High
Grooming Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
German Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium to High
Shedding
Medium to High
High
Dander
Medium
High
Drool
None
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Cocker Spaniel
German Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
English Cocker Spaniel
German Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
English Cocker Spaniel
German Shepherd
Aggression
None
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Cocker Spaniel
German Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
English Cocker Spaniel
German Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Cushing's syndrome
Bloat
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Cherry eye
Lens luxation
Panosteitis
Megaesophagus
Hypertrophic osteodystrophy
Degenerative myelopathy
Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency
Retinal dysplasia
Seborrheic dermatitis
Heart problems
Blindness
Diabetes
Wobbler Syndrome
Osteochondrosis
Cruciate ligament rupture
Pannus
Digestive problems
Lupus
Vitiligo
Paralysis
Perianal fistula
Chronic diarrhea
Nail bed disease
Myasthenia gravis
Hemophilia A
Hemophilia B
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Cocker Spaniel
German Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
English Cocker Spaniel
German Shepherd
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
Black
Black and Cream
Black and Cream
Black and Red
Black and Red
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue
Blue
Gray
Gray
Liver
Liver
White
White
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