English Cocker Spaniel vs Saint Bernard

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

English Cocker Spaniel vs Saint Bernard
English Cocker Spaniel
Saint Bernard
English Cocker Spaniel
Saint Bernard
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General Details
English Cocker Spaniel
Saint Bernard
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
8-10 Years
Height
14-17 Inches
25½-27½ Inches
Weight
26-35 Pounds
110-200 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
English Cocker Spaniel
Saint Bernard
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Switzerland
Origin Year
1860 AD
1695 AD
Temperament
English Cocker Spaniel
Saint Bernard
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
Saint Bernard
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Cocker Spaniel
Saint Bernard
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
20-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Saint Bernard
Energy Level
Medium
Low
Exercise Required
Medium
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Very High
Grooming Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Saint Bernard
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
Medium to High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Cocker Spaniel
Saint Bernard
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
English Cocker Spaniel
Saint Bernard
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
English Cocker Spaniel
Saint Bernard
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Above Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Cocker Spaniel
Saint Bernard
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
8-10 Years
Health Concerns
English Cocker Spaniel
Saint Bernard
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Bloat
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Cocker Spaniel
Saint Bernard
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
English Cocker Spaniel
Saint Bernard
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 and White
Brown and White
Mahogany and White
Mahogany and White
Orange and White
Orange and White
Red and White
Red and White
Rust and White
Rust and White
White and Brown
White and Brown
White and Orange
White and Orange
White and Red
White and Red
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