English Cocker Spaniel vs Portuguese Water Dog

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

English Cocker Spaniel vs Portuguese Water Dog
English Cocker Spaniel
Portuguese Water Dog
English Cocker Spaniel
Portuguese Water Dog
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General Details
English Cocker Spaniel
Portuguese Water Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-14 Years
Height
14-17 Inches
17-22 Inches
Weight
26-35 Pounds
35-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
English Cocker Spaniel
Portuguese Water Dog
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Portugal
Origin Year
1860 AD
1297 AD
Temperament
English Cocker Spaniel
Portuguese Water Dog
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
Average
Personality
English Cocker Spaniel
Portuguese Water Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Cocker Spaniel
Portuguese Water Dog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Portuguese Water Dog
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
High
Grooming Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Portuguese Water Dog
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium to High
Shedding
Medium to High
None
Dander
Medium
None to Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Cocker Spaniel
Portuguese Water Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
English Cocker Spaniel
Portuguese Water Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
English Cocker Spaniel
Portuguese Water Dog
Aggression
None
None
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
None
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Cocker Spaniel
Portuguese Water Dog
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
English Cocker Spaniel
Portuguese Water Dog
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Addison's disease
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Ectropion
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Irritable bowel syndrome
Gangliosidosis
Hair Loss
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Cocker Spaniel
Portuguese Water Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Curly
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
English Cocker Spaniel
Portuguese Water Dog
Breed Colors
Black
Black and Tan
Black and White
Blue Roan
Golden
Liver
Orange and White
Orange Roan
Red
Sable
Black
Black and White
Brown
Brown and White
White
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