English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Terrier

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

English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Terrier
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General Details
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Maybe
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
14-17 Inches
16-18 Inches
Weight
26-35 Pounds
21-27 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Ireland
Origin Year
1860 AD
1875 AD
Temperament
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Terrier
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
40-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
High
Grooming Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
Medium to High
None to Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Terrier
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Above Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Wire
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Terrier
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
Red
Red
Red Wheaten
Red Wheaten
Wheaten
Wheaten
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