English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier

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

English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Rat Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Rat Terrier
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General Details
English Cocker Spaniel
Rat Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-18 Years
Height
14-17 Inches
10-18 Inches
Weight
26-35 Pounds
10-24 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
English Cocker Spaniel
Rat Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United States
Origin Year
1860 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
English Cocker Spaniel
Rat Terrier
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
Above Average
Personality
English Cocker Spaniel
Rat Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Cocker Spaniel
Rat Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Rat Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
27 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Rat Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low to Medium
Shedding
Medium to High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Cocker Spaniel
Rat Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
English Cocker Spaniel
Rat Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
English Cocker Spaniel
Rat Terrier
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Cocker Spaniel
Rat Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-18 Years
Health Concerns
English Cocker Spaniel
Rat Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Heart problems
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Cocker Spaniel
Rat Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
English Cocker Spaniel
Rat 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
Black and White
Black and White
Black, Tan, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Blue, White, and Tan
Blue, White, and Tan
White
White
White and Apricot
White and Apricot
White and Black
White and Black
White and Blue
White and Blue
White and Chocolate
White and Chocolate
White and Fawn
White and Fawn
White and Lemon
White and Lemon
White and Red
White and Red
White and Silver
White and Silver
White and Tan
White and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Blue, and Fawn
White, Blue, and Fawn
White, Chocolate, and Tan
White, Chocolate, and Tan
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