English Cocker Spaniel vs German Spitz

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

English Cocker Spaniel vs German Spitz
English Cocker Spaniel
German Spitz
English Cocker Spaniel
German Spitz
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General Details
English Cocker Spaniel
German Spitz
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
13-15 Years
Height
14-17 Inches
11-14 Inches
Weight
26-35 Pounds
23-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
English Cocker Spaniel
German Spitz
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Germany
Origin Year
1860 AD
-4000 BC
Temperament
English Cocker Spaniel
German Spitz
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
English Cocker Spaniel
German Spitz
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Cocker Spaniel
German Spitz
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
German Spitz
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
12 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
German Spitz
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
Medium to High
Low to Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Cocker Spaniel
German Spitz
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
English Cocker Spaniel
German Spitz
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
English Cocker Spaniel
German Spitz
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Cocker Spaniel
German Spitz
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
English Cocker Spaniel
German Spitz
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Luxating patella
Progressive retinal atrophy
Dental problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Cocker Spaniel
German Spitz
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
English Cocker Spaniel
German Spitz
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
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