English Cocker Spaniel vs King Charles Spaniel

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

English Cocker Spaniel vs King Charles Spaniel
English Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
English Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
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General Details
English Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
14-17 Inches
10-11 Inches
Weight
26-35 Pounds
8-14 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
English Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1860 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
English Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
English Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
English Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
55-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Energy Level
Medium
Low
Exercise Required
Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
14 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Low
Grooming Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
Medium to High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
English Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
English Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
English Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Mitral valve disease
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Patent ductus arteriosus
Open fontanel
Umbilical hernias
Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Cleft palate
Retinal dysplasia
Seborrheic dermatitis
Fused toes
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Cocker Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Silky
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
English Cocker Spaniel
King Charles 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
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