English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Water Spaniel

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

English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Water Spaniel
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Water Spaniel
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Water Spaniel
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General Details
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Water Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
14-17 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
26-35 Pounds
45-65 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Water Spaniel
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Ireland
Origin Year
1860 AD
1000 AD
Temperament
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Water Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Water Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Water Spaniel
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
40-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Water Spaniel
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Water Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
High
Shedding
Medium to High
None to Low
Dander
Medium
None to Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Water Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Water Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Water Spaniel
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Water Spaniel
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Water Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Hypothyroidism
Eye diseases
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Water Spaniel
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Curly
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Silky
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
English Cocker Spaniel
Irish Water Spaniel
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
Brown
Brown
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