English Cocker Spaniel vs Italian Greyhound

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

English Cocker Spaniel vs Italian Greyhound
English Cocker Spaniel
Italian Greyhound
English Cocker Spaniel
Italian Greyhound
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General Details
English Cocker Spaniel
Italian Greyhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
14-17 Inches
13-15 Inches
Weight
26-35 Pounds
7-14 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
English Cocker Spaniel
Italian Greyhound
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Turkey
Origin Year
1860 AD
-1000 BC
Temperament
English Cocker Spaniel
Italian Greyhound
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
Italian Greyhound
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Living Environment
English Cocker Spaniel
Italian Greyhound
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
60-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Italian Greyhound
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Low
Grooming Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Italian Greyhound
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low
Shedding
Medium to High
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Cocker Spaniel
Italian Greyhound
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
English Cocker Spaniel
Italian Greyhound
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
English Cocker Spaniel
Italian Greyhound
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below 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
Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Cocker Spaniel
Italian Greyhound
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
English Cocker Spaniel
Italian Greyhound
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Drug sensitivity
Eye problems
Thyroid disorders
Alopecia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Cocker Spaniel
Italian Greyhound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
English Cocker Spaniel
Italian Greyhound
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 White
Black and White
Blue
Blue
Blue Fawn
Blue Fawn
Blue Fawn and White
Blue Fawn and White
Brindle
Brindle
Chocolate
Chocolate
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
Red Fawn
Red Fawn
Red Fawn and White
Red Fawn and White
Seal
Seal
White
White
White and Black
White and Black
White and Blue
White and Blue
White and Fawn
White and Fawn
White and Red
White and Red
White and Seal
White and Seal
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